Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty The Queen, as well as the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household. It is now one of the few working royal Palaces remaining in the world today. During 2010 the doors will be open to the public, to give you the once in a lifetime chance to see the residence of Her Majesty Elizabeth II.
The State Rooms - Open from 27th July - 1st October 2010
The State Rooms form the heart of the working palace and are lavishly furnished with some of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection - paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Poussin and Canaletto; sculpture by Canova; exquisite examples of Sèvres porcelain; and some of the finest English and French furniture.
The special exhibition at the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace in 2010 will give visitors a lively insight into the principal national and ceremonial events in the royal year. The Queen’s Year will include displays of ceremonial robes, gifts, uniforms, dresses and jewellery, as well as archive photography and film to evoke the many and varied aspects of the sovereign’s work.
The Queen's Gallery - Open all year round*
The Queen’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace is a permanent space dedicated to changing exhibitions of items from the Royal Collection, the wide-ranging collection of art and treasures held in trust by The Queen for the Nation.
The Royal Mews - Open from 28th March - 31st Oct 2010
One of the finest working stables in existence, the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace provides a unique insight into the department of the Royal Household that provides transport by road for The Queen and other members of the Royal Family. The Royal Mews houses the State vehicles, both horse-drawn carriages and motor cars, used for coronations, State Visits, royal weddings, the State Opening of Parliament and official engagements. Visitors can see the Gold State Coach which was last used during The Queen's Golden Jubilee in 2002 to carry Her Majesty and Prince Philip to the Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral.
* except selected dates.
Top Attractions
- The State Rooms
- Finest French and English Furniture
- The Royal Collection
- Paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, Poussin
- Plus find out more about the history of Buckingham Palace with free audio guide.
There are 3 different Buckingham Palace tickets available.
Ticket Information
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State Rooms
Open from 1 August - 29 September 2010. (last admission 15:45).
Admission is by timed ticket with entry every 15 minutes throughout the day. Tickets are valid only on the date and at the entrance time specified on the ticket. Regrettably, late-comers cannot be admitted. A visit lasts between 2 and 2½ hours.
DIRECTIONS
By train: London Victoria. (National Rail Enquiries Service 08457 484950 (UK)).
By underground: Victoria, Green Park and Hyde Park Corner.
By bus: Numbers 11, 211, 239, C1 and C10 stop on Buckingham Palace Road.
Proof of ID must be presented when redeeming this voucher.The Queens Gallery
Open daily, 10:00-17:30 (last admission 16:30) 26 July - 30 September, 09:30-17:30 (last admission 16:30) 4 March 2009 10:00-14:00 (last admission 13:00).
DIRECTIONS
Train: London Victoria. (National Rail Enquiries Service 08457 484950 (UK).
By Underground: Victoria, Green Park, and Hyde Park Corner.
By bus: Numbers 11, 211, 239, C1 and C10 stop on Buckingham Palace Road.
Proof of ID must be presented when redeeming this voucher.The Royal Mews
28 March - 31 October,open daily, except Friday 11:00 - 16:00 (last admission 15:15). Except: 26 July - 28 September, Open daily, 10:00 - 17:00 (last admission 16:15). Closed: 10 April and during State Visits.
DIRECTIONS
By train: London Victoria. (National Rail Enquiries Service 08457 484950 (UK).
By underground: Victoria, Green Park, and Hyde Park Corner.
By bus: Numbers 11, 211, 239, C1 and C10 stop on Buckingham Palace Road.
Proof of ID must be presented when redeeming this voucher.Find this attraction
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace Road, London,SW1A 1AA
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excellent day out, worth every penny
Dorothy Taylor - 18/09/2008
Totallly hassle free although it was extremely busy. Expected it to be really good but exceeded out expectations. Shall certainly use your service again - many thanks.
Susan Hartry - 02/09/2008
Took a friend for her 70th birthday treat. She thought it was wonderful and loved every second. We enjoyed it too, especially the state banquet room. The whole place is amazing.
Crystal Mcclean - 23/08/2008
Buckingham Palace was fantastic and would use your services again.
Beverley Walker - 16/08/2008
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