Buckingham Palace Exterior and Royal History Private Tour
At a glance
Buckingham Palace Exterior and Royal History Private Tour is a 2h – 6h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by UK Tours & Activites. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $258.39 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: City of Westminster tour with free entry to St Margaret's Church (4 and 5,5-hour options only), Buckingham Royal Heritage and Westminster Highlights Private Tour (only from the outside), 5-Stars Expert Guide who is fluent in the chosen language.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 6h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- German, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Adult 0–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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5,5H:Buckingham+Westminster+Tr
from $151.22
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes: This option includes a 1,5-hour private transfer and a 4-hour walking tour, with highlights such as Big Ben ,: Westminster Abbey, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKLO013 Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 13:30, 18:00
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2-hour: Buckingham Palace
from $44.35
Duration: 2 hours: Join this walking tour to learn about the British royal family and see Trafalgar Square, Admiralty Arch, Horse Guards Parade ,: St James Palace and the golden star - Buckingham Palace (outside only). Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKLO013
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00
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3,5H:Buckingham Palace & Trans
from $142.14
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: This option includes a 1,5-hour private transfer and a 2-hour walking tour, with highlights such as Trafalgar Square ,: and Buckingham Palace. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKLO013 Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00, 18:00
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4H:Buckingham Palace & Westmin
from $51.46
Duration: 4 hours: This option includes a 4-hour walking tour, with highlights such as Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Palace of Westminster ,: Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace (outside only). Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. UKLO013
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 13:30, 14:00, 18:00, 19:00
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2-hour: Buckingham Palace ENG
from $40.80
Duration: 2 hours: Book this tour to learn about the British royal family and see Trafalgar Square, Horse Guards Parade, St James Palace and the ,: golden star - Buckingham Palace (outside only). Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO013.
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00
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3,5H: Palace & Transfers ENG
from $138.72
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: This option includes a 1,5-hour private transfer and a 2-hour walking tour, with highlights such as Trafalgar Square and. ,: Buckingham Palace (outside only). Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO013. Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00
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4H: Palace & Westminster EN
from $48.04
Duration: 4 hours: Book this extended tour with a visit to St Margaret's Church and highlights such as Big Ben, Westminster Palace and Abbey. ,: Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace (outside only). Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO013.
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 13:30, 14:00, 18:00, 19:00
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5,5H: Palace,Westminster&TraEN
from $147.67
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes: This option includes a 1,5-hour private transfer and a 4-hour walking tour of Buckingham Palace (outside only) and Westminste ,: City with free entry to St Margaret's Church. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - UKLO013. Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 13:30, 18:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Choose one of our excellent tour options. Read the description of the options carefully as each option is different:
2-hour: Buckingham Palace
Book this tour to learn about the British royal family and see Trafalgar Square, Horse Guards Parade, St James Palace and the golden star - Buckingham Palace (outside only).
3,5-hour: Buckingham Palace & Transfers
This option includes a 1,5-hour private transfer and a 2-hour walking tour, with highlights such as Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace (outside only).
4-hour: Buckingham Palace & Westminster
Book this extended tour with a visit to St Margaret's Church and highlights such as Big Ben, Westminster Palace and Abbey, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace (outside only).
5,5-hour: Buckingham Palace, Westminster & Transfers
This option includes a 1,5-hour private transfer and a 4-hour walking tour of Buckingham Palace (outside only) and Westminster City with free entry to St Margaret's Church.
What's included
What's included
- City of Westminster tour with free entry to St Margaret's Church (4 and 5,5-hour options only)
- Buckingham Royal Heritage and Westminster Highlights Private Tour (only from the outside)
- 5-Stars Expert Guide who is fluent in the chosen language
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off by a private car (3,5 and 5,5-hour options only)
- Historical facts and anecdotes about the British Royal Family
Not included
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off by a private car (in 2 and 4-hour options)
- City of Westminster tour with free entry to St Margaret's Church (in 2 and 3,5-hour options)
- Tickets to Westminster Abbey (optional, paid on site)
- Tickets to Buckingham Palace
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 5m
Meet your guide in front of the Obelisk Charles James Napier, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DW, UK
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Stop 2 · 25m
see Buckingham Palace (exterior only) It is the official London residence of King Charles III and of England's most famous landmarks. Your royal adventure will begin at the historic Trafalgar Square, where you can find statues of James II, George IV and Charles I.
See Buckingham Palace and highlights of the City of Westminster, London! During this original tour you can learn more about the British constitutional monarchy, that is, the unique relationship between the Queen and the government. Admire the mighty Westminster Abbey and the Palace of Westminster, the center of British democracy. See iconic sights such as the Big Ben, Downing Street and other historic buildings and monuments along Whitehall. -
Stop 3 · 25m
Walk under the monumental Admiralty Arch and see the site of the famous Horse Guards Parade, always guarded by the Queen’s Cavalry.
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Stop 4 · 25m
Follow part of the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Walk through St James Park while listening to the story of the British royal family, from James VI and I (who united England and Scotland) to the present monarch, Charles III. Your Expert Guide will help you understand the family tree of the Windsor family, their titles, public roles and the royal lifestyle. You will see the 16th-century St James Palace and the iconic Queen Victoria Memorial with formal gardens.
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Stop 5 · 25m
See the striking 16th-century St James Palace and the iconic Queen Victoria Memorial with formal gardens. The tour will end at the gates of Buckingham Palace, where you can meet the Queen, or at least see her loyal guards in the famous red coats.
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Stop 6 · 2h 30m
Enjoy this exclusive royal history tour with private car transfers from your London accommodation. Avoid getting lost by booking a convenient pickup and drop-off service. We will organize a 5-Stars Driver and a private car exclusively for your group of friends/family so you won't have to share with other passengers.
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Stop 7 · 1h
Check out the highlights of the City of Westminster, London and you can learn more about the British constitutional monarchy, that is, the unique relationship between the Queen and the government. Admire the mighty Westminster Abbey and the Palace of Westminster, the center of British democracy. See iconic sights such as the Big Ben, Downing Street and other historic buildings and monuments along Whitehall.
highlights of the City of Westminster, London! During this original tour you can learn more about the British constitutional monarchy, that is, the unique relationship between the King and the government -
Stop 8 · 25m
Visit the Church of St Margaret's Church, known as the Church of the Members of Parliament, admire the mighty Westminster Abbey and the Palace of Westminster, the center of British democracy.
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the Obelisk Charles James Napier, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DW, UK
Traveller ratings
4.3
6 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 5
- 4 ★ 0
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 1
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions included in the itinerary depends on the selected option. Private car transfers and a guided tour of the City of Westminster are not included in the 2-hour option.
- Tickets to Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey are not included in the price, you will see them only from the outside.
- Guided tours inside St Margaret’s Church during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside. The church is usually open Monday to Sunday from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm.
- The 3,5- and 5,5-hour options include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer between the meeting point and the accommodation address provided when booking. Please note that the transfer time quoted is for information purposes only and can take longer or shorter depending on the distance and traffic.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Buckingham Palace Exterior and Royal History Private Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $258.39 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
City of Westminster tour with free entry to St Margaret's Church (4 and 5,5-hour options only); Buckingham Royal Heritage and Westminster Highlights Private Tour (only from the outside); 5-Stars Expert Guide who is fluent in the chosen language; Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off by a private car (3,5 and 5,5-hour options only); Historical facts and anecdotes about the British Royal Family.
Where does it start?
Meet your guide in front of the Obelisk Charles James Napier, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DW, UK
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
