Guided Tours

The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace Tickets

Name: The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace Tickets
Start: 2026-07-29T09:45:00
End: 2026-07-29T12:30:00
Location: Buckingham Palace

Duration

1 hr 30 mins - 3 hrs

Open today

9:30am - 7:30pm

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Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Guided tour

4.5/5(3,172)

Karin S

Family

Verified booking

4 days ago

The tour was great and very interesting especially with the headset and tablet. The only negative aspect being that the explanations and story telling in the tablet were only acustic (via headphones) My husband is death so it would have been helpful and customer friendly for people with hearing dissabilities to be able to read via subtitles with the same language choices as with the headphones. In todays advancing digital/ AI technologies this should not be complicated to implement. There were also no written tour descriptions in german only in english. I strongly recommend to add these subtitles to the tour as there are many more death people in this world. Thanking you in advance to take up this issue, Best regards Karin Schmidt

Jolanta W

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Visiting Buckingham Palace was an unforgettable experience. The palace is absolutely stunning, with beautiful architecture, and a fascinating history. The State Rooms were magnificent, and every room was filled with incredible artwork and royal treasures. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and well organised, making the visit enjoyable from start to finish. The audio guide was informative and easy to follow, providing interesting insights into the history of the British Royal Family. Everything was well managed, and despite the number of visitors, it never felt overcrowded. I would highly recommend Buckingham Palace to anyone visiting London. It is a truly iconic attraction and well worth the visit.

Nina G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Buckingham Palace. The whole place is very well secured, so you always feel safe. At the entrance, we picked up the free audio guides, which led us through every room and made the experience even more enjoyable (I highly recommend getting one). What will stay with me the most is the realization that you’re walking on the same floors and looking at the same things that the Queen, the King, and so many other famous people have seen before you. It truly made the visit feel special and unforgettable. Unfortunately you can't take any pictures with your phone.

Sian P

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The tour was superb the staff from the moment we arrived were friendly, courteous, enthusiastic, proud to be helping us and proud to be working at the palace. Visiting inside the palace state rooms was an immense pleasure and seeing where our Royal Family walk/work it was truly an honour. The Art work the designs everything was fabulous if Crown would open more rooms again I will be back for sure. Proud to be British and have our Royal Family (warts and all) what family does not have any? Long may they reign over us 💞

Katia R

Family

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Everything went very smoothly: we printed our tickets at the ticket office without any problems, and then they let us in 10 minutes before our reservation time. We just had to wait a little while to go through the bag check: you can bring a small backpack or bag, but it must be carried on your shoulder. The rooms were beautiful—it’s just a shame it got a little hot at times. After the tour, you reach the exit via a lovely walk in the shade through the palace gardens. Definitely recommended!

Enjoy walking through the State Rooms as you witness numerous masterpieces by legendary painters like Rembrandt, Canaletto, and Rubens.

Admire the antique French and English furniture scattered throughout the palace in the Green Drawing Room and the Ballroom.

Learn more about Buckingham Palace from a multilingual multimedia guide and exit to a small section of the manicured Palace Gardens that are open to the public.

Upgrade to see the Changing the Guard ceremony with a small group or go on an audio-guided or English-guided walking tour through the city of Westminster.

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 London walking tour before palace entry

Expert English-speaking guide

Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Chinese

Changing the Guard ceremony

Small group tour

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Sharon M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
What a spectacular and exquisite place to visit. Loved walking in the path where Queens and kings have walked a Royal children have played. Could hear their giggles running up and down that magnificent staircase. Will be a memory I will hold forever.
Maria C
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Our guide, Anne, gave us a very enjoyable and interesting tour before we entered the palace, explaining the neighborhood's origins and other interesting facts. I highly recommend it!
Sabine H
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It was really lovely and impressive. It was also nice to be led outside through the beautiful garden. The visit was well worth it for us.
Oscar P
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A legendary experience for my first time in London—a feast of art, beauty, and history. Plus, I got to enjoy the gardens. 100% recommended.
Karin S
Family
Verified booking
4 days ago
The tour was great and very interesting especially with the headset and tablet. The only negative aspect being that the explanations and story telling in the tablet were only acustic (via headphones) My husband is death so it would have been helpful and customer friendly for people with hearing dissabilities to be able to read via subtitles with the same language choices as with the headphones. In todays advancing digital/ AI technologies this should not be complicated to implement. There were also no written tour descriptions in german only in english. I strongly recommend to add these subtitles to the tour as there are many more death people in this world. Thanking you in advance to take up this issue, Best regards Karin Schmidt

Step inside one of the world’s most iconic royal residences with exclusive access to the Buckingham Palace State Rooms. This seasonal experience offers unparalleled insight into the heart of the British monarchy.

Getting started

Begin your royal adventure with timed-entry access to ensure a smooth experience. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a multilingual audio guide (available in 9 languages), allowing you to explore the Palace at your own pace while absorbing stories about Britain’s rich royal history.

What to expect

State Rooms

Wander through the State Rooms that serve as the official public spaces of the monarch. As you step through each ornately decorated room, your audio guide will share anecdotes and historical facts about the various monarchs who have lived there, the functions of the rooms, and the treasures housed within them.

Features:

Access to the State Rooms: Explore the decorated State Rooms used for official entertaining and ceremonial events by the British Royal Family.

Multimedia guide: Available in 9 languages, the audio commentary provides historical context, royal stories, and architectural insights, helping bring the Palace’s regal heritage to life.

Extras

Changing the Guard tour: Add a small-group tour to your experience and witness the famous Changing the Guard ceremony. Depending on your day of visit, see either the Foot Guards or the Horse Guards performing the traditional handover ritual in a 45-min display of military precision and pageantry.

Westminster walking tour: Choose to begin your experience with a guided walking tour of the Westminster area led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. Pass landmarks like St. James’s Palace, wander St. James’s Park (once home to a royal zoo), and stroll along The Mall, the ceremonial road leading up to Buckingham Palace.

What's not allowed

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.

Additional information

Photography and filming are allowed for private use and only in the Palace Gardens.

The Changing of the Foot Guards ceremony at Buckingham Palace takes place on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday (subject to availability). On Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, there is no Foot Guards ceremony—instead, you'll explore Westminster on a guided walking tour. The Horse Guards may be on parade, but it's not always guaranteed.

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