Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour in London
London, United Kingdom

Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour

Outty Ranking 69 4.6 · 29 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $41

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69/100

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4.6/5

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Is Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour worth booking?

Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour is a 5-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $41 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
69 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (29)
Duration
5 hours
From
$41 per person

Discover London’s most famous Royal landmarks in just a few hours with an expert local guide Then head inside the most famous of them all, Buckingham Palace where you will enter the Kings Royal Residence and visit the S

What you get

  • Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket
  • 15+ Top Royal Sights of London
  • Small Tour Group Size
  • Fun local guide!

About this experience

Discover London’s most famous Royal landmarks in just a few hours with an expert local guide Then head inside the most famous of them all, Buckingham Palace where you will enter the Kings Royal Residence and visit the State Rooms! Along the way, your guide will tell you all about the history, culture & legends of the worlds best-loved Monarchy - it's the ultimate Royal adventure! Your tour starts with a walk through Green Park to Buckingham Palace, where we’ll watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony (Daily during the summer months) After witnessing this traditional ritual, we’ll head to Westminster. Sights we’ll see along the way include Downing Street, Westminster Abbey, Parliament Square, Horse Guard Parade, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament Our last stop in Westminster is Parliament Square where we will gaze upon the largest of all the Royal Palaces : The Palace of Westminster. Finally, it'll be time to see inside the world's most famous palace!

What's included

Included

  • Buckingham Palace Entrance Ticket
  • 15+ Top Royal Sights of London
  • Small Tour Group Size
  • Fun local guide!

Not included

  • Snacks
  • Hotel Pick up / Drop Off

What you'll see and do

  1. Buckingham Palace

    After a stroll through lovely Green Park, we reach Buckingham Palace - official home of the King! Your guide will tell stories of British Royal history as you admire this beautiful Palace. On certain days you can watch the world-famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and your guide will find the perfect viewing spot! Afterward, walk along the Royal Mall.

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Trafalgar Square

    Reaching this iconic public square, you’ll see Nelson’s Column, the stunning fountains, and famous buildings including The National Gallery.

    20 minutes here

  3. Continue to Horse Guards Parade, on the edge of stunning St. James Park. We’ll stop to admire its famous arch and iconic clock - a great photo opportunity!

    20 minutes here

  4. Whitehall

    Next, your guide will lead you to nearby Whitehall. This is home to many grand buildings and monuments, as well as Downing Street where British Prime Ministers have lived and worked since 1735!

    20 minutes here

  5. Houses of Parliament

    At Parliament Square, you’ll see the incredible Palace of Westminster (home to the Houses of Parliament) and the iconic Big Ben clock up close, as well as views of the London Eye and Churchill Statue.

    40 minutes here

  6. Westminster Abbey

    Continue to nearby Westminster Abbey - one of London’s most beautiful buildings with over 1000 years of history. This is where British Kings and Queens are crowned!

    20 minutes here

  7. Buckingham Palace

    After the walking tour, it’ll be time to explore the palace! With your ticket, enjoy a multi-language audio guide as you tour 19 magnificent state rooms filled with royal furniture and renowned art from the Royal Collection. You’ll also explore the beautiful royal gardens and the celebrated “Queen Victoria’s Palace” exhibition.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

London

•⁠ ⁠We meet outside of the Ritz hotel (Address: 150 Piccadilly) •⁠ ⁠Next to 2 red telephone boxes & 2 souvenir stands, underneath one of the Ritz signs •⁠ ⁠The nearest tube station is Green Park Underground station

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Please note that your walking tour guide will not join you at Buckingham Palace. Tickets and directions will be given at the end of your walking tour and an amazing audio guide will be available to enhance your visit once you arrive.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Top Sights Tours Group LLC

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 31 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

8 mentions

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

Knowledge and storytelling

8 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

2 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Traveler reviews

31 verified traveler reviews for Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Michael_M · August 2026

Fun tour in London

Our travel guide Will was great! Covered a lot of ground in 5 hours showing us the major points of interest. Tour was at a good pace and very doable. Will had some great stories and first hand insight on everything. Definitely time well spent if you are short on time but still want to see some of London. Getting to go inside Buckingham Palace was fantastic!

via Viator

Karen_S · August 2026

Ashley was fantastic and...

Ashley was fantastic and very informative while on the walking part of the tour - friendly and certainly knew his stuff and went above and beyond.

via Viator

Douglas_B · August 2026

Very fun and informative

Our guide Chris was very fun and very informative. He was able to get us wonderful views of the changing of the guard while avoiding the worst of the crowds. He was a gem of a guide.

via Viator

Ute_L · August 2026

Great tour!

Ashley was our tour guide, he is very knowledgeable and very witty.Spoke well, great communicator. Put some humor into his presentations. Was great in sharing information when asked

via Viator

G9160RLrebeccas · July 2026

Excellent experience. Our tour guide was a great presenter. He kept us interested during the entire tour.

Ash was an excellent tour guide. He is very knowledgeable of all the sites and presents it in such an interesting way. Great experience, fair admission fee, length of tour ideal.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Price range
$41 to $75
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
10
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 69

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)73
Review evidence (18% weight)45
Booking momentum (14% weight)37
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)45
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour cost?

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Prices start at $41 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 Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour take?

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Plan for about 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 Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 29 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 Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour?

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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 Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour?

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Around 10 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Full Royal Tour: Royal London & Buckingham Palace Tour 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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