Overview

By Royal Appointment, you and a loved one can head off to enjoy a tour around the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace, before enjoying a sparkling Afternoon Tea for Two at The Royal Horseguards Hotel in Embankment, London! Every summer, visitors to London have the unique opportunity to go inside one of the most instantly recognisable buildings in the world, and in the Capital itself; Buckingham Palace, and to tour its immaculately kept State Rooms that have welcomed Heads of State and hosted numerous official engagements for The Royal Family for centuries. As you might imagine, not only are these tickets much in demand, but security at the Palace is tight, so even though you’ll have advanced passes, be prepared for a wait to go through the various checks. From there, you’ll then enter the Palace to enjoy a tour through its 19 State Rooms, with audio guides available to highlight key features of each of these opulent looking rooms that have seen everything, from Barack Obama’s Presidential meeting with Queen Elisabeth II to Prince William and Princess Kate’s Royal Wedding. After your tour around the Palace, you’ll then head to the Royal Horseguards Hotel, to finish off your regal visit with a gorgeous sparkling afternoon tea, including a complimentary glass of Prosecco!

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Overview

The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace packages
See where official Royal events are held
Rare opportunity for the public to see
Afternoon tea or lunch at Royal Horseguards Hotel

What's Included

Entrance to The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace for two people
View 19 spectacular State Rooms used for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining by members of the Royal Family
The rooms boast paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Van Dyck along with some of the finest English and French furniture in the world
Visitors will be able to view ‘The King’s Tour Artists’ in the Ballroom of Buckingham Palace. This special exhibition is part of a visit to the Summer Opening of the State Rooms, featuring over 70 works of art from His Majesty's own collection, many on public display for the first time
Allow approximately 2-2.5 hours for your visit to the Palace State Rooms
Dining options are taken at The Royal Horseguards Hotel a short stroll along the Mall
Enjoy a sparkling afternoon tea (see menu for details)

Suitability

Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
Not suitable for spectators

Availability

State Room opening times:

9th July – 27th September 2026 Daily
From 1st – 28th September, closed Tuesday and Wednesday
Entry to the state rooms is only at 1:15pm
Royal Horseguards Hotel bookings are not available on Bank Holidays
Afternoon tea is served at either 3:00pm or 4:00pm (entry time of 1.30pm to the Palace)
Two-course meal is served. Lunch - Saturday and Sunday 12.30 – 3.30pm (time for placing last orders) no dinner on Saturday and Sunday. Monday – Friday 12.00pm - 3:30pm (time for placing last orders) Dinner 5.30 – 9.30pm (time for placing last orders)
Bookings must be made at least 14 working days in advance and are subject to availability

Please note: opening times and dates are subject to closure at short notice

Please note: It is recommended to book at least 14 days in advance of your preferred date

Please note: The state rooms are currently closed for the winter season; these will reopen in the summer (date to be confirmed)

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