Buckingham Palace Tickets 2026
Skip-the-line access to Buckingham Palace | Changing of the Guard ceremony included
About Buckingham Palace Tickets
Step into the world of British royalty at Buckingham Palace! See the glamor of lavishly decorated rooms and learn about its history from an expert guide. Watch the Changing of the Guard outside and experience British culture.
Walk past the long queues and head straight inside, making the most of your visit without wasting time waiting.
Discover how Buckingham Palace became the official royal residence. Hear tales of Queen Victoria’s grand balls, Winston Churchill’s visits during WWII, and the traditions behind royal ceremonies still held today.
Experience the world-famous ceremony as the Queen’s Guards switch duties in perfect precision. Hear the stirring sounds of a military band.
Discover the grandeur of Buckingham Palace, explore the lavish rooms, and get a glimpse into the daily life of the British royal family.
Enjoy peace of mind with free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour. You can even reserve your spot now and pay later when it suits you.
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We learned lots of interesting information from our guide, which made the visit so much better! He taught us about the history of Buckingham Palace and what the royal family does there today, like events and dinners. Watching the changing of the guard was cool, too. It was a good way to take in British culture while in London.
Buckingham Palace is amazing to visit! It was great to witness all the extravagance of the royals and past styles. Everything inside is so opulent. It was also nice to see the art collection. Our guide found a great spot for us to watch the guards change. We learned a lot on the tour, so I definitely recommend this!
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Buckingham Palace Tickets
- Buckingham Palace ticket
- Skip-the-line entry
- Expert guide
- Audio guide
- English
SEE WHERE THE ROYAL FAMILY LIVES
Visit Buckingham Palace, residence of the British royal family and a working royal palace! An expert guide will accompany you and share stories about the palace's history and the lives of the royals who lived there. Hear about the life of Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth II, Edward VII, George V, and George VI. Your guide can also teach you about royal protocol. Inside the palace, you can explore the halls at your own pace with the official audio guide that contains more interesting information. Learn how Queen Victoria was the first sovereign to live at the palace and how the site started out as a plantation of mulberries! James I started the plantation for the purpose of keeping silkworms in the 17th century. Book your Buckingham Palace Tickets and learn more interesting facts about the palace!
WALK THROUGH THE STATE ROOMS
Enter the State Rooms to see where the British royal family entertain guests. One of them is the Throne Room, with two throne chairs. What is it used for? Well, ceremonies and other official events. The two throne chairs were made for Queen Elizabeth II's coronation ceremony in 1953. They were also used for the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge had their wedding photos taken here, too. Next is the ballroom, where you will feel like a royal as you walk around. Afterward, continue to the White Drawing Room, where the royal family meets before official events. The State Rooms are richly decorated, mostly because of George IV. The king had the palace redesigned and made it into a grand palace in the 19th century. The rooms feature great works of art, such as a painting by Van Dyck and sculptures by Canova. You can also see fine Sèvres porcelain and luxurious English and French furniture. Traditionally, Buckingham Palace was not open to the public. The State Rooms were opened in the 1990s. The purpose was to gather money for the repairs to Windsor Castle, which was damaged by a fire.
CHANGING OF THE GUARD
Together with your live guide, watch the Changing of the Guard. Learn about its history and meaning. It is the handover of duties between two groups of guards, and its actual name is Guard Mounting. The King's Guard will march, accompanied by the military band's sounds.
SEE OTHER FAMOUS SITES NEARBY
While you're already in the heart of royal and political London, don’t miss the chance to skip the line at Westminster Abbey – the site of royal weddings, coronations, and burials. Just a short walk away, continue your journey with a Houses of Parliament tour, where you can explore the iconic chambers and learn how British laws are made.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
How did Buckingham Palace get its name?
Buckingham Palace was named after John Sheffield, the Duke of Buckingham. There was a big house at the location of Buckingham Palace, and it was given to the duke in 1698. He did not like the house as he thought it was old-fashioned. He ordered a new house to be built, called the Buckingham House. When George IV became king, he had the house turned into a palace. The architect was later dismissed for spending too much on the palace's construction.
Book your Buckingham Palace Tickets and enjoy a visit to this lavishly decorated royal residence!
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- The Changing of the Guard is subject to change. If it is cancelled due to bad weather or other reasons, it will be replaced by a walking tour of Westminster city.
- Some days, you can see Foot Guards, and other days you can see Horse Guards.
- Free cancellations and reservations are available for these tickets.
Meeting Point
Meet your guide at Waterloo Place, 9 Carlton Terrace, London SW1Y 5AJ. They will be by the Duke of York column. Your guide will be carrying a "City Wonders" sign with the tour's name.
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- Expert tour guide
- Audio guide
- Skip-the-line access
- Easy booking process
- Reserve now & pay later
- Free cancellation
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