
Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket & Changing of the Guard Tour
Experience London’s royal heritage and pageantry on a 2.5-hour experience that combines a visit to Buckingham Palace with the Changing of the Guard. Enjoy the…
Operated by City Wonders UK
Overview
Experience London’s royal heritage and pageantry on a 2.5-hour experience that combines a visit to Buckingham Palace with the Changing of the Guard. Enjoy the colorful spectacle of the Changing of the Guard ceremony, and then enter the magnificent palace with a tour host for an independent audio tour of the State Rooms, an experience only available for two months of the year. Admire the lavish rooms that are used by the royals for State and ceremonial events, as you discover the palace’s history from the audio guide. Please note: Buckingham Palace is only open to the public for approx. eight weeks each year. Tickets sell out fast, so book now to avoid disappointment
What’s included
- Free time to explore Buckingham Palace at your own pace
- Expert English-speaking guide for the walking tour
- Changing of the Guard viewing: Foot Guards (Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun) or Horse Guards (Tue/Thu/Sat)
- Official Buckingham Palace self-guided audio guide available in 9 languages
- Pre-reserved entry to Buckingham Palace State Rooms (open July – September only)
- Audio headsets when required for clear commentary
- Insider commentary on royal history and traditions
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
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