
Skip the Line: Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Day Trip from London
- Location:London, United Kingdom
- Duration:7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- TOUR Code:2452L04
Visit two of England's most royal attractions on this day trip combining Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace. You'll gain fast-track access of Buckingham Palace and be one of the first to enter Windsor Castle. Even better, by booking your tour ahead of time you'll jump the queue. Don't waste time waiting in lines on vacation!
Highlights
- London day trip and skip-the-line tour to Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle
- Visit two of England's royal residences in one day
- See the Duchess of Cambridge's wedding dress - on display for a limited period!
- Take an audio tour at Buckingham Palace to learn about its role in the British monarchy
- Don't wait in line - book ahead for fast-track access
- Walk through the grounds of Windsor Castle, which has more than 900 years of royal history
- Hotel pickup included
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After an early start, you'll visit Windsor Castle, where more than 900 years of royal history await. Windsor Castle, the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, is today one of the official residences of Her Majesty The Queen. Walk through the magnificent grounds and explore the State Apartments. If you're lucky you may catch the official Changing of the Guard or soak up the splendor of St. George's Chapel. After your visit to Windsor, you'll take a drive through Runnymede, where King John signed the Magna Carta.
Skip the line and immerse yourself in the lavishly furnished rooms from the Royal Collection at Buckingham Palace in no time at all! The palace hosts many official events and receptions held by the Queen, so areas are exclusively opened for limited time only during the summer so book early!
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837, and today it is the Queen's official residence. Take the audio tour and learn about the royal history. Your visit is independent and will conclude here so you can explore at leisure.
Schedule Details
St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle
© The Royal Collection 2008 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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8:00am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Duration:7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Return details:Your visit to Buckingham Palace is independent and will conclude here so you can explore at your own leisure.
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Additional Information
- Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
- Transport by air-conditioned coach (maximum 50 people)
- Local guide
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines and entrance fees to Windsor and Buckingham Palace
- Hotel drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult
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