The official residence of Elizabeth II, Queen of England. Buckingham Palace was first occupied by a British Sovereign in 1837. The Palace was originally known as Buckingham House and was subject to extensive interior and exterior redesign during the reigns of George III, George IV and William IV. Some rooms are open to the public and contain many priceless works of art, fine furniture and decoration from the Royal Collection. The State Rooms are open from August 8th to October 5th each year. Booking is essential for the Buckingham Palace tour.

Opening Times:
Open from August 8th until the October 5th
from 9.30 am - 4.30pm.
Booking is essential

  Hyde Park Corner, St James's Park

Tours:
Visit Buckingham Palace as part of this coach-and-boat tour - visit other major London landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, St Paul’s Cathedral and Big Ben, and enjoy a leisurely cruise along the Thames.

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