Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace is one of the world’s most famous
buildings and one the most prominent London attractions; visiting this
historic home is quite possibly Number one on the list of the most
popular things to do in London. Buckingham Palace is most famously the
principal residence of Her Majesty Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke
of Edinburgh; the palace also houses the Duke of York, the Earl of
Wessex and the Countess of Wessex.
Many London tourists are happy to just witness the sheer scope of
Buckingham Palace from the outside. However, those with a greater thirst
for
London’s royal attractions can also enjoy the
Buckingham Palace Summer Opening (the official summer tour of the
palace which is open to the public); the ever popular
Changing of the Guard ceremony, which takes place most mornings at
11.30am, and is one of the most popular of London’s free attractions;
and finally the
Queen’s
Gallery, which allows London visitors to view pieces from the
prestigious Royal Collection.
Buckingham Palace was built in 1705 and then enlarged significantly in the 19th century. The palace has been the official home of the British Monarch since Queen Victoria became Queen in 1837.
Nearest Tube/Railway Station
Victoria (Victoria Line; District Line; Circle Line)Green Park (Piccadilly Line; Victoria Line; Jubilee Line)
Borough
London Borough of the City of WestminsterAdmission
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