Royal Tour + Buckingham Palace Entry - Semi-Private (Max 12)

From€165.5
2 hours
Max 12 people
London, United Kingdom

About this activity

A two-hour semi-private royal London walk for up to 12 guests, followed by reserved, unguided Buckingham Palace State Rooms entry. Allow about two more hours inside.

Highlights

  • Explore Hyde Park and St James’s Park with a local guide
  • See Wellington Arch and the Commonwealth Memorial Gates
  • Visit Buckingham Palace’s State Rooms with timed entry
  • Hear stories of Henry VIII and Queen Victoria
  • Learn about King Charles III, Queen Camilla and The Crown

Full description

Discover London’s royal history on a two-hour guided walk from Hyde Park Corner to Buckingham Palace. Pass Wellington Arch, the Commonwealth Memorial Gate, Constitution Hill, Green Park, Clarence House, St James’s Palace and the Queen Victoria Memorial as your guide shares stories of the monarchy. The walk ends with reserved, timed entry to Buckingham Palace State Rooms for an unguided visit at your own pace. Allow about two additional hours for the palace. Sites seen from outside are exterior views only, and the route may vary with access.

Discover London’s royal history on a two-hour guided walk from Hyde Park Corner to Buckingham Palace. Pass Wellington Arch, the Commonwealth Memorial Gate, Constitution Hill, Green Park, Clarence House, St James’s Palace and the Queen Victoria Memorial as your guide shares stories of the monarchy. The walk ends with reserved, timed entry to Buckingham Palace State Rooms for an unguided visit at your own pace. Allow about two additional hours for the palace. Sites seen from outside are exterior views only, and the route may vary with access. Your guide accompanies you on the outdoor walk; the Buckingham Palace visit is self-guided. Food, drinks, hotel transport, gratuities and luggage or coat storage are excluded.

Included / Excluded

  • 2-hour guided royal walking tour
  • Professional local tour guide
  • Timed Buckingham Palace State Rooms entry ticket
  • Semi-private group limited to 12 guests
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Luggage or coat storage

Itinerary

1

The Lodge Café, Hyde Park Corner

Meet your guide at The Lodge Café, Hyde Park Corner, for the royal walking tour.

Duration: 10 min
2

Hyde Park and Wellington Arch

Walk through Hyde Park and view Wellington Arch while hearing how royal London changed over centuries.

Duration: 20 min

Meeting point

Start Location

The Lodge Café meeting, Hyde Park Corner

FareHarbor location: The Lodge Café, 1 London, Hyde Park Corner, London W1J 7NT.

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Guided walking tour lasts 2 hours; Palace visit is self-guided.
  • Allow approximately 1.5–2.5 hours for the Palace; total experience about 4–4.5 hours.
  • Timed Palace entry is included; the guide does not accompany you inside.
  • Semi-private group limited to 12 guests.

Know before you go

  • Meet your guide at The Lodge Café, 1 London, Hyde Park Corner W1J 7NT.
  • Arrive early for your timed Buckingham Palace entry.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the 2-hour guided walk.
  • Bring an ID or a photo of an ID. For help, call +1 917 999 0380.
  • Check the reserved date and departure time in your confirmation.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

VIATOR
Jeffrey_P
Nov 2026
5.0

Absolutely amazing. Best guide EVER! From start to finish so much to see and learn. Our guide was a wealth of knowledge

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Oct 2026
5.0

Sergio es un excelente guía, conoce muy bien tema y es muy amable

VIATOR
Stephanie_L
Oct 2026
5.0

Excellent guide. Knowledgeable about art history and chose prominent and interesting works to highlight in the tour.

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