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Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Tour from London

Name: Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Tour from London
Brand: Premium Tours
SKU: 2452L04
Price: 161.82 USD
Rating: 4.0 (190 reviews)

London, England

Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Day Trip from London

8 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Visit two of England's grandest royal residences on this day trip to Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace. Traveling from London by air-conditioned coach, enjoy an audio-guided tour of the magnificent State Rooms and treasures of Buckingham Palace, which was The Queen Elizabeth II’s residence in London. Then head for Windsor Castle in Windsor. Explore his majesty's royal palace, and enjoy a visit to St George’s Chapel. Depending on the day, view the Changing of the Guard. Finish off your tour with a stop at the famous Harrod's on your return to London.

Visit two of England's royal residences in one day
Walk through the grounds of Windsor Castle, which has more than 900 years of royal history
Take an audio tour at Buckingham Palace to learn about its role in the British monarchy
Round-trip transportation included for an added convenience

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Two royal residences in one day! Both Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle have ornately furnished rooms and priceless artifacts. The visit to Buckingham Palace is a special treat, as it's only open certain times of the year and you get to explore it on your own.

What's Included

Windsor Castle
The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace
Local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel pick-up & drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Victoria Coach Station
London SW1W 9RH, UK
Located a 7-minute-walk from Victoria Underground Station. Tour departs at 7.45am (Boarding starts at 7:30am)

Start time

07:45 AM

End point

Buckingham Palace Road
Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1, UK

What To Expect

After early morning pickup from central London, travel by air-conditioned coach to Buckingham Palace, the working headquarters of Queen Elizabeth.

Head inside and take an independent audio tour of the opulent State Rooms, used by the royal family to receive guests on state and public occasions. Learn about the history of the richly gilded rooms as you view the exquisite furnishings and some of the treasures of the Royal Collection that include paintings by Canaletto and Van Dyck, porcelain and other finery.

From Buckingham Palace, head to Windsor Castle. As you travel, hear how this vast fortress-palace is the world’s oldest occupied castle. Originally built by William the Conqueror in 1070, it boasts a long history as a royal residence, and is used today by Queen Elizabeth II as a weekend home and for state occasions.

On arrival, be one of the first to head inside, and explore independently. Walk around the grounds and the State Apartments, with their lavishly furnished chambers and halls, and marvel at stunning St George’s Chapel, the burial place of 10 sovereigns, including Henry VIII.

While in Windsor, take advantage of the opportunity to see St. George's Chapel. This beautiful chapel, the place of worship for the queen and the royal family, saw the much-celebrated wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 2018.

Your trip concludes back in London at the famous Harrod's Department Store, leaving you free to continue your London sightseeing or return to your hotel as you wish.

Windsor Castle

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

St. George's Chapel

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Harrods (Pass By)

Buckingham Palace

2 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
Please note that due to palace/castle restrictions, the guide will not accompany you inside the State Apartments
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation

Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Audio guide is available for Buckingham Palace visit.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Diane_B

Our Guide Dereck was very good at giving us the details of the day as far as timing. He was very knowledgeable as well.

Reviews

4.0

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The guide for the tours was great

Judy_A, Oct 2023

The tour of each was wonderful. The furnishings and paintings are amazing John was very knowledgeable. Saw the changing of the guards.

Not worth the money

Constance_R, Sep 2023

We booked a coach tour to Windsor Castle then Buckingham Palace. Lisa gave a little history on the ride to Windsor then on the way back her history was more of disrespecting Queen Camilla and Princess Di for their education level than anything else. This was not a guided tour but an unorganized coach ride starting in an overcrowded coach terminal then a crowded seat on the bus. Although we had until 1pm which was later than most groups, we still did not have enough time to do the castle, chapel and the doll house because the lines were long as well as having to walk all the way back to the coach parking area and trying to grab a bite to each since we had to be at coach terminal at 7:30 am for a 7:45 am departure which didn't happen until 8am because Lisa waited for 3 late arrivals and then Lisa waited until after 1pm until 1:07 pm for late returners. I mention this because Lisa did not wait for me and my elderly friend who walks slowly at Buckingham Palace when our que time was 2:45. Because it was raining when we arrived at Buckingham Palace, Lisa wanted to get our tickets early and asked us to be back at the gift shop for 2:30 when we got off bus at 2:21 and Lisa said we could go across the street for coffee or into the gift shop. We chose to go across the street and did not get back to the gift shop until 2:38 and Lisa was not there so we walked to Gate B at 2:40 and after much back and forth with the employees found out that Lisa had already checked in the group and we were denied entry. I then called Premium Tours and got someone on the phone right away who called Lisa for her to just say we were late and she left out tickets at the gate. Technically, we were not late for our que time and she should have waited for us just like she waited two times before for the actual late arrivals and late returners. We were at Gate B before our que time and Lisa should have waited. Premium tours was on my cell phone and had to work it out with Buckingham Palace manager to allow us entry because Lisa can not leave "tickets" but only had a voucher that had to be amended for us to be given entry.

To castles in one day

RoyMagne_R, Sep 2023

The trip gave entetry to Windsor and Buckingham. It is possible to get ticket to both these destination with out this tour but then you do not get the buss ride.

Great Use of Time!

Carol_C, Sep 2023

This was an excellent, well-organized tour including both Windsor and Buckingham Palaces. Our guide was Toby and we could not always hear his commentary. From the beginning he explained that he would speak to one end of the group and repeat his remarks to the other end of the group. However, we felt that that he and we would have benefitted from an audio/headset arrangement so that we could fully appreciate the history and significance of each site.

Gorgeous interiors with lots of history

Dennis_P, Sep 2023

Always wanted to see the inside of Windsor and Buckingham. Both places did not disappoint. Gorgeous interiors with great history behind each one. Afternoon tea at Buckingham Palace cafe was one of the highlights.

great trip

Herberr_K, Sep 2023

Our guide was very knowledgeable keeping us informed about the important tidbits during our excursion.

Outstanding experience

Helen_M, Sep 2023

Seeing the resting place for the queen. Touring Buckingham Palace for ourselves. The pace of the tour was very appropriate.

Pretty good

jacques_l, Sep 2023

Although the guide was easy to understand it would have been nice to have the option of having him as a guide inside both places. Also should have been able to take the bus back to the starting point!

Great experience

William_M, Sep 2023

Stunning estates. Will never forget this experience! Definitely try to do Buckingham Palace if you’re there in the summer months.

A Dream come True

RColina_N, Aug 2023

The highlights for us were the magnificent Art collection in Buckingham palace and the historic St George’s chapel.

Tour with ease

STACY_S, Aug 2023

Just seeing the inside of castles. Viewing the Queens resting place. It was a memorable experience for sure

The Queen

Valerie_E, Aug 2023

Patrick our tour guide was great! I love all things royal and seeing these historical places in person was a dream come true!

Great in Windsor with Magnus. Let down some eith the Buckingham Palace part.

Jansen_C, Aug 2023

Windsor Castle tour guide was very good and stylish. Castle tour was very good and thorough. Felt a little cheated with the short Buckingham Palace tour and no information on how to get to the front of the Palace where we wanted to go all along.

Great Visit, excellent guide!

Ryan_W, Aug 2023

Steve our guide was. Excellent! He was funny and entertaining, made the most of our time by showing us around some Special spots in Windsor as opposed to just getting us in the queue right away. He provided great history and perspective on both visits and made it extra special.

Okay

JacquelynM_W, Aug 2023

Guide didn't really pay attention to visitors. Should have given us options. Left at Buckingham palace without any help getting back to origin.

Two of the best

Maryann_D, Aug 2023

Windsor castle was wonderful! Much bigger than expected but plenty time to do everything. Our guide Steve was very good. Gave us a lot of tips and history. The town of Windsor was a nice surprise. Buckingham palace was very good. Self guided as well but went much quicker.

As expected. Well done?

Jim_S, Aug 2023

Everything was well done. Plenty to see at Windsor Castle and Buckingham palace. You see many items and places of the Royal families over time. Recommended. We had a good time and for us the only way to ensure we got to do this. So don't hesitate if that is your need as well.

The tour guide was charming!

Damilola_O, Aug 2023

An amazing experience to Windsor Castle and Buckingham palace. The tour guide was extremely charming and polite and the ride to both venues was a pleasant one.

Good general Royal experience

Joseph_C, Aug 2023

Seeing the amazing art collection and a little of how the Royals live. Good general Royal experience.

Touring with a great...

Irene_M, Aug 2023

Touring with a great guide and bus driver. Time to see the rooms. Especially the coronation items and coach.

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