Buckingham Palace Tickets

Opt for an exclusive look of the 19 lavish State Rooms for a glimpse into royal life.

• Get an exclusive peek inside Buckingham Palace and see the best of the monarchy during the King's 2-month open house.
• Walk through the Throne Room and the White Drawing Room and feast your eyes on masterpieces by legends like Rembrandt, Canaletto, and Rubens.
• Get the lowdown on Buckingham Palace with a multilingual multimedia guide as you discover Royal Collection treasures.
• Upgrade your tickets and go on a Royal London walking tour through Westminster or see the Changing of the Guards ceremony on a small group tour.

Inclusions

• Entry to Buckingham Palace
• Audio guide for Buckingham Palace in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL) with subtitles
• Headsets when necessary

Additional Paid Upgrades

• Royal walking tour before palace entry
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Changing of the Guard ceremony
• Small group tour

• For safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Rooms. They must be checked in and reclaimed at the exit. Baby carriers are available for loan.
• A one-way system operates along the entire visitor route, so be sure to check out the attractions thoroughly as you won’t be allowed to revisit them.
• This tour is not meant for individuals with impaired movement.
• Photography and filming are allowed for private use and only in the Palace Gardens.
• The Changing of the Foot Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (subject to availability). On other days, you will see the Changing of the Horse Guard instead

• You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Witness the iconic Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace.

• Catch the iconic Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays on a small group tour.
• On Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, witness the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace with a small group.
• Witness the Old Guard, in their vibrant red uniforms, being replaced by the New Guard in a formal ceremony as the regimental band plays a lively tune.
• Go on a 1.5-hour walking tour and stroll through St. James's Park, the Mall, and St. James's Palace, hearing stories from your English-speaking guide.
• Upgrade your tickets to get access to the Buckingham Palace State Rooms or a guided tour of Westminster Abbey, a World Heritage Site.

Inclusions

• Changing of the Guard Ceremony outside Buckingham Palace (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)
• Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)
• Expert English-speaking tour guide
• Small group tour
• Audio headsets

Additional Paid Upgrades

• 1.5-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace
• Entry to the Buckingham Palace State Rooms
• Guided tour of Westminster Abbey

• Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
• The Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. 
• Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, you’ll see the Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony instead.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Explore Westminster, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace with a guide in a small-group tour setting!

• From royal tombs to palace gates— explore Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace in one smooth walking tour.
• For a history lesson that feels like a page-turner, listen to your English-speaking guide at the Abbey—they'll keep it fun and lively!
• Skip the crowds—this tour has just 15-20 people, so you can actually interact with your expert guide and get the inside scoop!
• Customize your visit! Choose between a Westminster Abbey English, French, Spanish, or German guided tour or watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Inclusions

• Entry tickets to Westminster Abbey
• Small group of max 15-20 people
• Walking tour of the city of Westminster, including Big Ben

Additional Paid Upgrades

• Skip-the-line entry to Westminster Abbey
• Guided tour of Westminster Abbey
• Changing of the Guards ceremony
• Visit Big Ben
• Licensed English, German, Spanish or French-speaking guide

Exclusions

• Entry to Buckingham Palace
• Entry to Big Ben

Stop 1: Westminster Abbey

Stop 2: Palace of Westminster and Big Ben (entry not included)

Stop 3: Buckingham Palace (entry not included)

• Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
• Alcohol, sharp metallic tools or objects, food & beverages, and drones are not permitted on this experience.
• Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
• Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
• This experience is partially accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• With Braille and a hearing loop system, this experience is accessible for all.
• The venue provides free tickets for disabled individuals.
• For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
• Available facilities: restroom.
• Safety is a priority, so guests under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
• While there is no strictly enforced dress code, please note that the Abbey is a place of worship, and it is better to be dressed modestly
• Select the 9:.30am slot to enter Westminster Abbey anytime between 9:30am-12pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
• Select the 12pm slot to enter Westminster Abbey anytime between 12pm-3pm on weekdays and 12pm-2:30pm on Saturdays.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Choose between three options & see the State Rooms, Royal Mews, or King’s Gallery.

• Ready to feel like royalty? Visit any of these Buckingham Palace sites: the State Rooms inside the palace, or the exterior Royal Mews, or the King’s Gallery!
• Explore the elegant White Drawing Room with your ticket to the State Rooms, open from July 10 to September 28, 2025, before they sell out.
• Opt for the Royal Mews (open from March 13) ticket for a peek inside the working royal stables, where you’ll meet the magnificent Windsor Greys.
• Check out The King's Gallery to see post-Victorian artifacts at the The Edwardians: Age of Elegance exhibit. The Gallery shuts on March 10 and reopens on April 10.
• Step into the venue of iconic royal garden parties at the Palace Gardens, where you can admire the stunning rose garden and marvel at the enormous Waterloo Vase.

Inclusions

• Entry to Buckingham Palace grounds
• Multimedia guide in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL) with subtitles
• Entry to the State Rooms from July 10 to September 28 (as per option chosen)
• Entry to the Royal Mews from March 13 to November 2 (as per option chosen)
• Entry to The King’s Gallery from April 11 to November 23 (as per option chosen)

• This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• For your convenience, guide dogs are welcome to join you.
• Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
• Alcohol, drones, bicycles, folding bikes, roller-skates, skateboards, large luggage, and backpacks are not permitted on this experience.
• Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the Palace, Royal Mews, or The King’s Gallery.
• Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.
• Mobile phones must be switched off while inside the King’s Gallery.
• All visitors will be subject to airport-style security checks.
• Buckingham Palace State Room tickets tend to sell out quickly, but you can still visit the exteriors with the Royal Mews and the King’s Gallery tickets.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

See royal carriages and horses at the working stables at the Royal Mews.

• Visit one of the world’s finest working stables, The Royal Mews, and wonder at the grand travel arrangements of the Royal Family.
• Be dazzled by the historic Diamond Jubilee State Coach, Australian State Coach, and the 260-year-old Gold State Coach, and learn about their significance.
• Admire the incredible and gorgeous horses, the Windsor Greys, and the Cleveland Bays, that play a crucial role in drawing the coaches and carriages.
• Enjoy an interactive experience as you learn to tack up a wooden horse and learn the fascinating history of the stables from your multilingual multimedia guide.
• Upgrade to go on a small-group guided walking tour of the city of Westminster and catch the centuries-old Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Inclusions

• Entry into the Royal Mews
• Multimedia guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, and Mandarin

Additional Paid Upgrades

• Skip-the-line entry ticket to The Royal Mews
• Walking tour of Westminster
• Changing of the Guard ceremony (Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays)
• Changing of the Horse Guard Ceremony (Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday)
• Local English-speaking guide

• Pets are not permitted on this experience.
• For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
• Large bags are not allowed on this experience.
• Selfie sticks cannot be used near the horses.
• This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check.
• The Royal Mews are open for summer from March 13 to November 2, 2025. It is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, except July 10 to August 31, 2025 when it is open daily.
• The Royal Mews are closed on May 24, May 30, June 2, June 7, and June 14, 2025.
• Opening time for the Royal Mews is 10am. Last admission is at 4pm and closing time is 5pm.
• The Changing of the Foot Guard Ceremony at Buckingham Palace currently takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (subject to availability). On other days, you will see the Changing of the Horse Guard instead.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Perfect for art & history lovers, see changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection - new every visit.

• Discover hidden treasures at The King's Gallery and treat yourself to a wide-ranging assortment of art and historical artifacts.
• Go on a visual feast as the Gallery opens with its new exhibition, The Edwardians: Age of Elegance, an exhibit running from April 11 to November 23, 2025.
• Study the refined tastes of the Edwardian age, especially that of the couples King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and King George V and Queen Mary.
• Admire over 300 objects from the Royal Collection, including François Flameng’s portrait of Queen Alexandra, which features Queen Victoria’s crown.

Inclusions

• Entry into The Edwardians: Age of Elegance at the King’s Gallery (from April 10 to November 23, 2025)
• Multimedia guide in English

• The gallery is temporarily closed from March 10 to April 10, 2025.
• The gallery is only open from Thursday to Monday. From July 10 to August 31, the gallery is open every day.
• This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• For your convenience, your guide dogs are welcome to join you.
• All visitors will be subject to airport-style security checks.
• Eating and drinking are not permitted inside The King's Gallery, except for bottled water.
• Mobile phones must be switched off while inside the gallery.
• Prams/strollers will need to be left in a designated area at very busy times. In such circumstances, baby carriers and hip seats are available at no cost, subject to availability
• Pets are not permitted on this experience.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Combine British royalty and tradition with this combo.

• See the centuries-old Changing of the Guards ceremony on the Buckingham Palace grounds and then go on a 90-min Thames River cruise with afternoon tea.
• Spot other royal London attractions like St. Paul’s Cathedral and Big Ben on the cruise, and The Mall and St. James Palace on your guided walking tour.
• Feel like a British local as you witness the traditional Changing of the Guards ceremony and savor classic British teas and delicious scones on your cruise.
• Learn about both British experiences and traditions with live or pre-recorded commentary for a comprehensive understanding.

Inclusions

Changing of the Guards

• Changing of the Guard Ceremony outside Buckingham Palace
• 1.5-hour walking tour around Buckingham Palace
• Expert English-speaking tour guide 
• Small group tour at Buckingham Palace grounds
• Audio headsets for Changing of Guards ceremony

Afternoon Tea Cruise

• 1.5-hour Thames River cruise with British afternoon tea
• Afternoon tea and British snacks (menu [here])
• Live or pre-recorded commentary onboard

Changing of the Guard

• Your pets are not permitted on this experience.
• The Changing of the Foot Guards Ceremony takes place on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. Please note that if you book your tour on Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday, you’ll see the Changing of the Household Cavalry Ceremony instead.

Afternoon Tea Cruise

• Infants below 2 years will be charged the child rate.
• Some tables are situated in close proximity to other diners and are pre-allocated before boarding. All tables are fixed to the floor and cannot be moved. Window tables are available, which seats up to two people only. 
• The boat can cater to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free people but is unable to offer menus that are both vegan and gluten-free. Please get in touch with City Cruises on 0207 7400 400 at the time of booking to provide your dietary preferences.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.