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Buckingham Palace Privileged Entrance Tickets with Guided Walking Tour
Get rare summer access to the royal State Rooms, only open July through September
What's included
Unlock exclusive access to the famous royal rooms
Expert English-speaking guide
Privileged entrance tickets to Buckingham Palace
Guided royal walking tour of St. James Park and the Mall
Audio guide for interior palace tour
Guide tips
Itinerary
Your tour begins near Buckingham Palace
Meet your expert guide in near Buckingham Palace. Look for the exact location on your booking voucher. Here, you’ll get a quick rundown of the itinerary before you set off on a walking tour of royal intrigue.
Wander St. James Park
Stroll through London's oldest Royal Park, a stunning 57-acre oasis that was once King Henry VIII's private hunting ground in the 16th century. Listen to fascinating stories as you walk past tranquil ponds, learning how this serene space evolved from a 13th-century leper colony into a royal retreat.
Stroll the Mall
Then walk along the famous Mall, the grand ceremonial route used by the Royal Family during official processions and the Changing of the Guard. Follow along as your expert guide shares tales of royal pageantry, helping you imagine gilded carriages rolling past.
Arrive at the Buckingham Palace gates
Stand before Buckingham Palace's opulent iron and gold gates as your guide reveals insider stories about the British monarchy. For many, this is the most of Buckingham palace that they'll ever see... but you're going inside! Follow your expert guide to the palace entry doors, where you'll be set up with verified tickets and an audio guide for self-guided exploration inside the palace walls.
Experience the Palace State Rooms
Once inside, ascend the grand staircase and step into the lavish State Rooms, only open to visitors for a few weeks each year. These ornate chambers are where the Royal Family entertains distinguished guests. Walk through spaces adorned with world-class paintings and vintage furniture dating back to the 1800s.
Discover the Throne Room
One of the most impressive stops is the crimson-red Throne Room, where you'll see the iconic Chairs of Estate used by Queen Victoria herself. Standing in this regal space, you'll feel the weight of centuries of British history and empire.
Your tour finishes inside Buckingham Palace
Your self-guided exploration ends whenever you're ready to leave. Take your time soaking in the royal atmosphere and exploring the palace at your own pace, there's no rush to leave this extraordinary glimpse into the British monarchy.
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Tue, 29 Sep 2026
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Important Details
Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Seasonal Availability: This tour operates July through September yearly.
Bag Policy: You'll need to store any strollers or large bags before entering security at Buckingham Palace, so it is best not to bring them. Smaller bags and purses are allowed. Water bottles are allowed, but food and drink cannot be consumed inside the palace.
Tour Changes: Itineraries are subject to change depending on Buckingham Palace operations.
Please Note: Guides are not permitted inside Buckingham Palace. After your comprehensive guided walking tour of St. James Park and the Mall, your guide will lead you to the palace entrance, verify your tickets, and provide you with your audio guides for your self-guided tour of the interior palace.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Guided royal walking tour of St. James’s Park and the Mall
Privileged access entry ticket to Buckingham Palace
Audio guide for interior palace tour
What to bring:
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera
Water bottle
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Very enjoyable and informative!
Bonnie S.
September 26, 2026
This tour was worth every penny and Chris was very accomodating to all members of the group!
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Christine C.
September 22, 2026
Excellent tour guide very knowledgeable and friendly
John N.
September 19, 2026
Lee was a great guide
Super Excellent!
Judy C.
September 12, 2026
We worked with Lee on this tour and he was great, super personable! Loved all the stops we made for the special shops and he even took a picture of my mom and I in front of the palace. 10/10!
Great Experience
Alison R.
September 12, 2026
Lee made our experience incredible. Very knowledgeable and personable. We would have done more tours with him, but ran out of time in London.
A treat peek inside
Steve S.
September 08, 2026
after spending the morning watching the changing of the guard, it was fascinating to get a look at what sits behind the gates.
Danielle C.
September 06, 2026
Lee is the greatest guide. Very knowledgeable historian and great sense of humour. All the best to Lee
Sabine G.
September 06, 2026
The tour guide was very friendly and provided us with a lot of interesting information. The visit to Buckingham Palace was outstanding.
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Jo S.
September 05, 2026
Great tour! Our guide was so informative and also personable. I found the history so fascinating. The portraits and rooms were magnificent.
A Must
Mark O.
September 05, 2026
We had a great guide. He was very knowledgeable and full of VERY interesting info. Buckingham Palace was truly amazing, especially if you are a fan of the Toyal Family.
Great Tour Guide!
Terri S.
August 31, 2026
David was the best!
Great tour
Betty B.
August 30, 2026
Guided walk was excellent; Guide knew all sorts of interesting facts that he shared. Seeing the inside of the palace was a treat.
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Janice H.
August 29, 2026
Was a fantastic tour Lee was very good at his job made us laugh had a lot of knowledge about London and the palace
Lovely introduction to the palace
Judith W.
August 24, 2026
Lee was a great guide, with a very engaging personality. The information he shared about St James Palace was particularly interesting, since we had just walked past it and had no idea of its significance in the royal family. I appreciated the few moments he stopped to take our pictures, since we don’t do selfies! The audio tour inside the magnificent staterooms was very crowded, but not a reflection of Lee, just a Sunday afternoon in August!
LARRY S.
August 22, 2026
Guide was informative and clever!!
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Marlene L.
August 20, 2026
David is very interested in the area around Buckingham and in the palace. It was a very good tour
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Sarah R.
August 02, 2026
My family of 5 very much enjoyed our walking tour with Ann P. Due to an unexpected running race near our meeting point, Ann adeptly adjusted our tour accordingly. She was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We entered beautiful Buckingham Palace smoothly. We enjoyed it all. Thank you.
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William P.
July 18, 2026
He was smart, pleasant, intelligent, person, and kind. His name is Lee.
Sophie was fabulous!
Sarah F.
September 27, 2025
This was an amazing tour made even more enjoyable by our lovely guide, Sophie. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the historical sites we visited while at the same time very lovely and entertaining! I highly recommend this tour.!
David J.
September 27, 2025
Jose F.
September 22, 2025
Colette L.
September 22, 2025
Fantastic Tour of London
Dave C.
September 22, 2025
This was the best tour I have ever been on. We were greeted by Sophie holding up a red 🚩 red flag on a pole. She was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable and answered all historic questions. Thank you for a great tour. Regards, Dave.
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Aria G.
September 16, 2025
From booking to entry, everything was simplistic and professional. The skip-the-line ticket made all the difference in enjoying our day fully.
Norman B.
September 15, 2025