Summer Special: Buckingham Palace & Windsor Castle Tour
Overview
Visit two of England's most royal attractions on this day trip combining Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace. You'll be one of the first to enter Windsor Castle and discover centuries of royal history, before heading to Buckingham Palace, where you will be able to explore the rooms of this working palace at your leisure, soaking in the fine paintings, porcelain and furniture.
Special Exhibition This Summer: The King’s Tour Artists:
Explore over 70 remarkable artworks from His Majesty The King’s personal collection, many being shown to the public for the very first time, at the State Rooms in Buckingham Palace. For the past 40 years, The King has personally selected artists to join his official overseas tours, capturing the moments that inspired them. This special exhibition features the work of 42 artists, reflecting visits to 95 countries across 69 royal tours. Experience a unique perspective on royal travel through the eyes of some of the most talented artists.
What's Included
- Entry to Windsor Castle
- Comfortable travel by air-conditioned coach
- Entry to Buckingham Palace & the State Rooms (summer opening only)
- Expert local guide
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting Location
London SW1W 9RH
UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Buckingham Palace Road
London SW1, UK
What To Expect
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Windsor Castle
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
The State Apartments
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. George's Chapel
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Buckingham Palace
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Harrods (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Due to palace and castle regulations, the guide will not accompany guests inside the State Apartments at Windsor Castle or inside Buckingham Palace. The tour concludes at Buckingham Palace, where you are welcome to explore independently at your leisure. A team of palace guides will be available on-site to assist you during your visit
- Audio guide is available for Buckingham Palace visit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour 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.
- Entry to Windsor Castle.
- Comfortable travel by air-conditioned coach.
- Entry to Buckingham Palace & the State Rooms (summer opening only).
- Expert local guide.
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
The minimum age to participate is 3..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Summer Special: Buckingham Palace & Windsor Castle Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Summer Special: Buckingham Palace & Windsor Castle Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Entry to Windsor Castle
- Comfortable travel by air-conditioned coach
- Entry to Buckingham Palace & the State Rooms (summer opening only)
- Expert local guide
- Hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
- Due to palace and castle regulations, the guide will not accompany guests inside the State Apartments at Windsor Castle or inside Buckingham Palace. The tour concludes at Buckingham Palace, where you are welcome to explore independently at your leisure. A team of palace guides will be available on-site to assist you during your visit
- Audio guide is available for Buckingham Palace visit.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
