Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach

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Visit Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle on this unescorted tour!

Meet your Golden Tours representative from 9:45am outside King's Gallery in Victoria, you will then be escorted to enter Buckingham Palace (5 min walk).

Buckingham Palace – Special Timed Entry With Audio Guide.

Special timed entry ensures a breathtaking visit to the official residence of Britain’s sovereigns since 1837.

By 12.45pm please make your own way to Bullied Way in Victoria for the Windsor Castle tour departing at 1:00pm.

Departing from central London, Your driver will take you straight to Windsor Castle for an extended visit at the historical site. Steeped in history, Windsor Castle perches proudly on a lush wooded hill overlooking the Thames. Dating back to Norman times, with sweeping landscaped gardens and round tower, it’s easy to see why it’s the King’s favourite weekend residence.

This tour is unescorted.

What's Included

  • Entry to Windsor Castle
  • Entry to Buckingham Palace
  • Transportation to Windsor by air-conditioned coach
  • Gratuities
  • Food and beverages unless stated differently
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Buckingham Palace

Meet your tour representative in Victoria, London. They will escort you to Buckingham Palace (10 min walk), special timed entry ensures a breath-taking visit to the official residence of Britain’s sovereigns since 1837. Open for just 8 weeks a year, viewing the State rooms is an opportunity not to be missed! Marvel at the splendour of the rooms, used on official occasions by The King to entertain her guests. Be dazzled by the beautiful ballroom and throne room, before ending your royal tour with a walk through the stunning South Garden. At 1:30pm make your own way to the original meeting point in Victoria for the Windsor Castle tour departing at 1:45pm.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Windsor Castle

Departing from Central London, your driver will take you straight to Windsor Castle for an extended visit. Upon arrival at Windsor Castle audio guides are available in different languages. Steeped in history, Windsor Castle perches proudly on a lush wooded hill overlooking the Thames. Dating back to Norman times, with sweeping landscaped gardens and turreted Round Tower, it’s easy to see why it’s the King’s favourite weekend residence. Enjoy a fascinating through–the–keyhole peek at the lavish State Apartments, home to priceless artworks by Rembrandt and Leonardo da Vinci, and visit St. George’s Chapel, the atmospheric final resting place of former monarchs including Henry VIII. You can visit Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, a truly incredible structure complete with working lifts, running water, electricity, and wine bottles, all in miniature!This tour finishes at approximately 5:30pm in Kensington.Please note: this tour is unescorted
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

St. George's Chapel

Visit St. George’s Chapel, the atmospheric final resting place of former monarchs including Henry VIII. You can visit Queen Mary’s Dolls’ House, a truly incredible structure complete with working lifts, running water, electricity, and wine bottles, all in miniature!Please note: St. George’s Chapel is closed for visitors on Sundays.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A one-way system operates along the entire visitor route for safety reasons.
  • Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

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

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What's Included

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  • Entry to Windsor Castle
  • Entry to Buckingham Palace
  • Transportation to Windsor by air-conditioned coach
  • Multimedia guide in multiple languages
  • Gratuities
  • Food and beverages unless stated differently
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Once booked, this tour cannot be cancelled
  • You must meet the Golden Tours representative outside King's Gallery to be able to enter Buckingham Palace.
  • To join the Windsor Castle tour you must go to Bus Stop 1 Bulleid Way in Victoria.
  • St. George’s Chapel is also closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services.
  • During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
  • Buckingham Palace tickets purchased from Golden Tours cannot be converted into a 1-Year Pass.
  • 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 for safety reasons.
  • Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change.
  • Clients that require mobility access must book directly with Buckingham Palace on (+44) (0)303 123 7324
  • Use of mobile phones are permitted in the Palace garden. Mobile phones must be switched off elsewhere on the visitor route.
  • 25 and 26 December – Castle completely closed.
  • Photography is not permitted inside Buckingham Palace.
  • Clients that require mobility access must book directly with Buckingham Palace.
  • Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day.
  • Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. A walking tour of the town will take place instead
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 52 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST).

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