Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach in London
London, United Kingdom

Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach

Outty Ranking 58 4.1 · 20 traveler reviews10.5 hoursFrom $92

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4.1/5

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Is Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach worth booking?

Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach is a 10.5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $92 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 20 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
4.1/5 (20)
Duration
10.5 hours
From
$92 per person

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)

What you get

    About this experience

    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 travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    20 verified traveler reviews for Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    cesargX4786JC · August 2026

    Great experience

    John and Oliver were amazing!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear you had a great experience and that John and Oliver made your day so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words!

    via Tripadvisor

    katiasQ3902CG · July 2026

    Majestic palace.

    First time visiting London, enjoyed the tour. It’s beautiful inside and outside palace. Loved learning about royal family.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your visit and had the opportunity to discover the beauty and history of the palace. It is wonderful to know that learning about the Royal Family made your experience even more memorable. We hope to welcome you back again on your next visit to London.

    via Tripadvisor

    noelr190 · July 2026

    Brilliant, but need more time.

    Brilliant. Just not enough time at Windsor. Such bad traffic getting there, we lost almost an hour. Give yourself as much time as possible. Pity we were not allowed to take photos, so many memories.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the tour overall. We appreciate your feedback regarding the time at Windsor Castle and the impact of traffic on the schedule, and we'll share your comments with the team. We hope to welcome you on another tour soon!

    via Tripadvisor

    littledogpenny · July 2026

    Informed and professional

    Armondo did a fabulous job as narrator and bus driver. He was informative and professional. We enjoyed our experience and would recommend it to others!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Armondo made your journey enjoyable with his informative and professional service. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!

    via Tripadvisor

    U6127NCmarthaw · July 2026

    Nice and convenient way to see 3 iconic sights in 1 day

    Guide Jason and Driver Lee were great

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and found it a convenient way to visit these iconic sights in one day. We will be sure to share your kind words with Jason and Lee. We are pleased to hear that they helped make your experience enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back on another tour soon.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    10.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
    7
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 58

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)56
    Review evidence (18% weight)40
    Booking momentum (14% weight)32
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)15
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach cost?

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    Prices start at $92 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach take?

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    Plan for about 10.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.

    Is Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 20 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach?

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    Around 7 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 10.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in London?

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    London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit London?

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    May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in London?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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