Buckingham Palace State Rooms & Royal Walking Tour

Explore Iconic Royal Landmarks

Step inside Buckingham Palace with pre-reserved tickets for exclusive access to the magnificent State Rooms, open only a few months each year. Begin with a royal walking tour through Clarence House, St. James’s Palace, The Mall, and St. James’s Park, as your guide shares centuries of royal history. Then, venture beyond the Palace gates to explore ornate 19th-century salons, including the White Drawing Room and the regal Throne Room, recently used for the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Complete your visit with an audio-guided tour through the Palace’s grand spaces still used by the Royal Family today.

Meeting point

Canada Gate, S Carriage Dr, London, UK

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Canada Gate, South Carriage Drive, London W1J 7NT. (Please note, taxis will not be allowed to drop guests off at the meeting point).

End Location

Greater London, Buckingham Palace, London, GB

Duration

3 hours

Maximum number of participants

15 pax

Sites covered

• Clarence House, Cleveland Row, London, UK

• Constitution Hill, Constitution Hill, London, UK

• Buckingham Palace, London, UK

• The Mall, Windsor Road, London, UK

• Wellington Arch, Apsley Way, London, UK

• St James's Palace, Marlborough Road, London, UK

• St James Park, Hartington Road, London, UK

Inclusions

• Pre-reserved skip-the-line Buckingham Palace tickets (State Rooms)

• Local English-speaking guide

• Expertly guided walking tour of London

• Audio guide for Buckingham Palace

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the tour accessible for guests with mobility impairments or wheelchairs?

   Yes, accommodations can be made, but space is limited. Please email info@takewalks.com at the time of booking so arrangements can be confirmed.

2. When are the Buckingham Palace State Rooms open?

   The State Rooms are only open from July 11 to September 29 of the current year.

3. What language is the tour in?

   This tour is conducted in English.

4. How much walking is involved?

   As this is a walking tour, guests should be comfortable keeping a moderate pace.

5. Does the tour include the Changing of the Guard?

   No, the Changing of the Guard is not part of this tour.

6. Will I need to go through security?

   Yes, you’ll pass through an airport-style security check upon arrival.

7. Are there ever changes to the itinerary?

   Sites may occasionally close. If this happens, modifications will be communicated in advance when possible, or at the start of the tour if closures are last-minute.

8. Can the guide accompany guests inside Buckingham Palace?

   Live guides are not permitted inside the Palace. An audio guide is included for your visit to the State Rooms.

9. Are gratuities included?

   Tips are not included but are always appreciated by your guide.