Buckingham Palace, London
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace
4.5
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Buckingham Palace is recognised around the world as the focus of national and royal celebrations as well as the backdrop to the regular Changing the Guard ceremony. Explore the magnificent State Rooms which are open to visitors for 10 weeks each summer and on selected dates during winter and spring. During a visit to Buckingham Palace, visitors can see the 19 magnificent State Rooms, which provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining. All rooms are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection.
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2-3 hours
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Neighbourhood: Westminster
If you only had an afternoon to experience London on a grand scale, Westminster would be a wise place to start. The ornate Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey sit adjacent at a corner of Parliament Square, and a short stroll along The Mall leads to Buckingham Palace. Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column are just up the road as well. As captivating as the architecture is, the wonders of Mother Nature are highlights of the area too. St James's Park (arguably London's loveliest), the expansive Green Park, and pedestrian friendly tree lined paths along the river showcase the exquisite manicure provided by English gardeners. Just beyond the landmarks and the gorgeous outdoor spaces, quiet residential squares and age old local pubs offer a more subdued take on this global seat of power in the heart of London.
How to get there
- Green Park • 8 min walk
- Hyde Park Corner • 10 min walk
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4.5
29,329 reviews
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anthony m
Leicester, UK8 contributions
May 2022
We visited for the garden party and it was such an amazing experience that we will never forget.
The whole experience was something that will stay with me.
The whole experience was something that will stay with me.
Written 26 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Kdjd
74 contributions
May 2022 • Family
Because of the Queens Jubilee you are unable to view the palace at all. The road is closed and you are unable to see any part of the front of the palace. Even getting to the palace was difficult because of closures on the road and in the park.
Written 24 May 2022
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Anthony M
9 contributions
May 2022
Everything was closed off due to preparations for the Queen's celebration. We couldn't get close enough to see anything.
Written 23 May 2022
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Maria S
Santiago, Chile3 contributions
Apr 2022
Closed as Jubilee in a couple of weeks time. Still a must see when in London as everyone loves the amazing Queen.
Written 22 May 2022
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Celia T
Canonsburg, PA12 contributions
Apr 2022
No tours going inside, so we just walked around the outside and enjoyed the flowers. The Victoria statue outside was being refurbished and had scaffold around it. But the flowers were full bloom and you really could smell them. Large gates separated you from the palace, but we were able to see the guards marching and standing at the ready. It was a can't-be-missed attraction for me.
Written 9 May 2022
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Nicolajane1112
Derbyshire, UK459 contributions
May 2022 • Family
Whilst on a trip to London this weekend, we decided to have a wander through Green Park and see Buckingham Palace. I've seen the Palace a few times on trips to London, but my daughter has never, so thought I'd take her for a quick look. We only saw from the outside and it was hard to get any quality pictures due to all the maintenance work going off at present.
Written 9 May 2022
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Loraine Oltmann
Curitiba, PR30 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Its Nice, But I only Saw outside, and its Far and has a Very huge gate and too many tourist. O recomend If you like the Queen story.
Written 7 May 2022
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Beverly M
Quincy, IL12 contributions
Apr 2022
Watched the changing of the guard and I highly recommend taking the time to do this. The respect and control they show, and precise movements of the guards is astounding.
Written 5 May 2022
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Deb
26 contributions
May 2022
Super to see the exterior of Buckingham Palace, although we missed the changing of the guard. The Royal Parks gardeners were preparing the flower beds for the next displays, and were giving away the tulip bulbs to visitors. They still have a lot more flower beds to do......
Written 5 May 2022
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Angus L
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK77 contributions
Apr 2022
We were part of the walking tour organised by the BigBus tours.
Thanks to Molly the tour guide, we saw the changing of the guard parades.
We went in April and the areas were thick with other tourist, so expect loads of crowds of people in the summer months.
Thanks to Molly the tour guide, we saw the changing of the guard parades.
We went in April and the areas were thick with other tourist, so expect loads of crowds of people in the summer months.
Written 1 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Kate Tague
South Wales99 contributions
I am a big fan of the royals and always wanted to visit the palace. I’ve just looked online and the tickets are £65, I wondered if anyone has done this particular tour before and if you felt it was worth the admission fee? TIA
R1chardN
Surbiton, UK578 contributions
I visited the gardens only and numbers were well controlled. My wife visited the palace some years ago with our children and found it enthralling and worth the money.
I guess you do it for the experience and if the visit is of interest to you it is something you will not be able to do anywhere else.
Jacob Ganzfried
Petah Tiqwa, Israel
Hi
How do I know when the Buckingham Palas is open to visitors?
Where I can find the dates that Palace is open?
And what the rooms the visitor can visit?
Thanks
Mazzar
Horsham District, UK15 contributions
This place is awesome, we loved everything about this wonderful experience. looking forward to the beautiful afternoon Tea Experience. This is a place of opulence class and true grounder.
You must visit this may cost but it is sooooooooo worth it. The staff and Management are wonderful and great.
james h
Essex, UK7 contributions
If I book just a royal mews tour do you still get to go in the gardens? TIA
Jose Luis R
Mexico, Mexico51 contributions
You can visit the Royal Mews at your leisure using the complimentary multimedia tour, which lasts approximately 45 minutes. When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check. Read more about security & luggage in th eofficial website rct.uk / visit / the-royal-mews-buckingham-palace . ... You can take photographs in the Royal Mews.
だーなな
Sagamihara, Japan2 contributions
こんにちは。
2月にロンドン旅行をするものです。
旅行最終日と衛兵交代式が重なってしまい、見るから悩んでいます。
行進を見れればいいなと思っており、13時にはヒースロー空港についていたいので、ウェリントン兵舎の出発だけ見て空港に向かいたいのですが、通行止めなどの関係で動くのは難しいでしょうか?
教えていただきたいです。
ちかちゃんぶ~0820
Mie Prefecture, Japan3,159 contributions
昨年の11月に衛兵の交代式を見学しました。衛兵交代式は午前11時に始まりますが、交代式行進の見学時間は約10分ぐらいです。最低30分ぐらい前までに行かないと良い場所の確保が出来ません。ヒースロー空港への所要時間は交通手段にもよりますが、約1時間は必要と考えて下さい。バスなどの車での移動は渋滞に巻き込まれてしまう恐れがありますので、地下鉄利用がベターではないかと思いますよ。余談になりますが、衛兵の制服は赤色のイメージを想像すると思いますが、赤色は春から夏(4月1日から9月末)までで、冬は薄茶色❓グレーぽい制服ですよ。
Vann Nelk
Douala, Cameroon
Est-ce possible de voire ou saluer , la charmante reine d'Angleterre ?
andfrancisco
Villahermosa, Mexico359 contributions
Solo en fotografia, es muy dificil que te la puedas encontrar, a menos que sea una celebracion solemne, que en todo caso no creo que este abierto el castillo.
saludos
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Riga, Latvia135 contributions
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Rodrigo Soberanis Prado
Valladolid, Mexico264 contributions
Should I buy the ticket with advance ?
Lynda E
Welwyn Garden City, UK65 contributions
Yes definitely
Margherita 🌸
Cavarzere, Italy6 contributions
What time is the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace on Sunday Morning?
GeORgeziLLA
Port Orange, FL881 contributions
Its 10, but it get so crowded. Be there early like 40min.
Isletravelall
Avalon54 contributions
Do tickets need to be purchased in advance? I plan to be in London August 2020 and wondered the likelihood of walking up and purchasing tickets to tour Buckingham Palace. I usually don’t go to London at the time of year the palace is open. I would like to know if it is best to purchase as soon as they go on sale? Or wait and purchase the day that works best for me once there? I know the Queen is not in residence when the tours are offered, but wonder when are the dates announced?
Thank you!
DougofKentOhio
Kent Island, MD24 contributions
We purchased our tickets at the ticket office and not in advance. We only waited 15 minutes for the next tour. Maybe we just got lucky. ( this was in September- not prime time tourist season)
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- Buckingham Palace is open:
- Thu - Mon 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- We recommend booking Buckingham Palace tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 358 Buckingham Palace tours on Tripadvisor
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