Buckingham Palace Exterior and Royal History Private Tour
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
- 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)
- 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
- 5-Stars Expert Guide who is fluent in the chosen language
- 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
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “3,5H: Palace & Transfers ENG”, “3,5H:Buckingham Palace & Trans”, “5,5H: Palace,Westminster&TraEN” and “5,5H:Buckingham+Westminster+Tr”.
For the options “4H:Buckingham Palace & Westmin”, “2-hour: Buckingham Palace ENG”, “2-hour: Buckingham Palace” and “4H: Palace & Westminster EN”.
Trafalgar Square
London WC2N 5DS, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Charles James Napier statue
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Buckingham Palace
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Admiralty Arch
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. James's Palace
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
London
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Westminster Abbey
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
St Margaret's Church
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
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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).
- 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).
- 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.
- 5-Stars Expert Guide who is fluent in the chosen language.
- 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.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Buckingham Palace Exterior and Royal History Private Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Buckingham Palace Exterior and Royal History Private 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
- 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)
- 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
- 5-Stars Expert Guide who is fluent in the chosen language
- 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
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
