Buckingham Palace

Palace London, England, United Kingdom

What to expect

Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the King and a working royal palace. It is a focal point for national celebrations and commemorations, and the venue for many royal events and ceremonies. The Palace's State Rooms are open to visitors each summer, and guided tours are available throughout the year. The Palace also offers interactive workshops, tours, and learning activities for nursery, primary, and secondary pupils. Additionally, the Palace has accessible toilets, limited seating, and a multimedia guide available in British Sign Language and with subtitles. Registered assistance dogs are also welcome, and a number of staff are Dementia Friends

Plan your family visit to the Buckingham Palace with these blog insights 👇

Family trip to London with children

This family's experience:

Activities: We went to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace. We arrived a little early to get a good view near the Queen Victoria statue

Highlights: It's a real spectacle! The military fanfare and cavalry battalion were amazing. We all loved it! ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the State Rooms of Buckingham Palace with an audio guide, and walked through the palace gardens at the back

Highlights: My favorite stops were the Throne Room, the Picture Gallery and the Ballroom ✨

A walk around The Garden at Buckingham Palace

This family's experience:

Activities: We took Erin for a quick look through the gates where she loved to see the Queen’s Guard

Highlights: Erin loved to see the Queen’s Guard ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We watched the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, which is a popular free activity in London. We saw the Relief guard march up to change shifts and then explored nearby St James Park

Highlights: The kids loved watching the Changing of the Guard and exploring St James Park, which has a playground and lots of green space. We also enjoyed the traditional atmosphere of the event ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We cycled past Buckingham Palace as part of our bike tour and watched the Guard Ceremony

Highlights: We enjoyed watching the Guard Ceremony and learning about the history of the palace ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Buckingham Palace and saw the famous gates

Highlights: The kids were excited to see the palace, while we enjoyed the history and grandeur of the royal residence ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We witnessed the Changing of the Guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace, but the large crowd meant we didn't see much. We also admired the Victoria Memorial with its golden angel and enjoyed a picnic lunch at the nearby St. James's Park

Highlights: The children were excited to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony, even though the crowd was large. We enjoyed a peaceful picnic lunch at St. James's Park, admiring the lake and its avian inhabitants ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Buckingham Palace and watched the Changing of the Guard ceremony. The kids were impressed by the pomp and splendor of the ceremony. We also explored the State Rooms and enjoyed a walk in St James Park

Highlights: The Changing of the Guard ceremony was a highlight for both kids and adults. The State Rooms offered fun activities like a giant jigsaw puzzle and dress-up opportunities. We also enjoyed the walk in St James Park ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony

Highlights: The kids were captivated by the guards in their red uniforms and the pomp and ceremony of the event ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Buckingham Palace and watched the changing of the guard ceremony, which was fascinating for the kids

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the guards in their red uniforms and the ceremony was a great spectacle. The palace itself is beautiful and imposing ✨