If you can’t make the summer window, don’t panic. The Palace has a few special winter events too. For example, the Christmas at Buckingham Palace tours in December let you see the State Rooms decked out in festive bling. Or you can visit the Royal Mews (the stables with golden carriages) all year round. Because who doesn’t want to see the Gold State Coach up close?
A Royal Treat: Buckingham Palace Opens to the Public This Summer
Even the garden is a treat—the Garden Café opens during the summer tour, and you can sip tea where the Queen once walked her corgis. I mean, periwinkle scones just taste better with a side of history, don’t they?
Why this small fact can make your life more fun
Knowing when to visit isn’t just about logistics; it’s about unlocking a little adventure. Think about it: you’re standing in a room where kings and queens toasted treaties, where diplomats sweated through small talk, and where a dog once ate an important document (true story). Suddenly, history feels alive and playful.
It’s also a perfect excuse for a trip to London. You can pair it with a walk through St. James’s Park, fish and chips by the Thames, or a pub with a name like “The Carved Crown.” The Palace visit becomes the cherry on top of a deliciously fun day out.
Buckingham Palace Is Open to the Public This Summer: Dates, Tickets
