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With a magnificent interior and rich royal history, Buckingham Palace, which has served as the official London residence of Britain's monarchs since 1837, is one of the nation's most beloved landmarks. Enjoy wandering its regal chambers and State Rooms while browsing the Windsor's exceptional collection of fine art.
The London Eye occupies a prime riverside location right in the heart of the capital, directly opposite the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. At well over 100 metres, the Eye is one of the world's tallest observation wheels, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of London and its famous landmarks. The Eye is perhaps London’s most well-known attraction and is considered a 'must do' for locals and tourists alike.
Buckingham Palace Annual Summer Opening is from 20th July until 24th September 2023. Please note the State Rooms are not open on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
Admission is at 13:15 hrs.
Please select your time for the London Eye above.
Buckingham Palace, London SW1A 1AA
By train
London Victoria or London Charing Cross.
By underground
Victoria, Green Park, St. James's Park and Hyde Park Corner.
By coach / bus
Bus numbers 11, 211, C1 and C10 stop on Buckingham Palace Road. Victoria Coach Station is a 10-minute walk from the Palace.
The London Eye
By Tube: Waterloo is the closest tube station to the London Eye. Waterloo is about five minutes walking distance. Exit the station following signs for the South Bank. Embankment and Charing Cross stations are close together on the north side of the River Thames. Both tube stations are a ten-fifteen minute walk to reach the London Eye. From the station, cross over Hungerford Bridge.
By Train: The closest rail stations to the London Eye are Waterloo and Charing Cross.
Waterloo is the closest rail station to the London Eye. Waterloo is about five minutes walking distance; take exit six for the South Bank and follow the signs.
Charing Cross is about a fifteen minute walk to the London Eye. Cross over Hungerford Bridge.
By Bus: Buses to the London Eye include the 211, 77 and 381. The London Eye is on most London sightseeing bus tours and on the RV1 route that connects the London Eye to the Tate Modern and Covent Garden
- There is a lot to see and do at Buckingham Palace, so please allow enough time to make the most of your visit. We suggest between 2 and 2½ hours.
- You are advised to wear comfortable shoes, as the visitor route in summer includes a half-mile walk through the garden to the exit.
- There is no formal dress code required to enter the Palace.
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the entry time printed on your ticket.
- You are advised to wear comfortable shoes, as all events involve some walking.
- When you arrive, you will pass through an airport-style security check. Read more about security & luggage
- You cannot take photographs within the State Rooms.
Images courtesy Royal Collection Trust / © His Majesty King Charles III 2023
