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Buckingham Palace and the Queen’s Gallery

No visit to London would be complete without experiencing the pomp and ceremony of the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, but now visitors can actually get a peek inside during the annual summer opening of the State Rooms, and see some of the Queen’s private art collection at the newly opened Queen’s Gallery. Originally the town house of the Dukes of Buckingham, Buckingham Palace has served as the official London home of Britain’s monarchs since 1837. Look to see whether the Royal Standard (not the Union Flag) is flying, which indicates that the Queen is in residence.

Address: Buckingham Palace Road
Post code: SW1A 1AA
E-mail: bookinginfo@royalcollection.org.uk
Website: www.royal.gov.uk
Telephone: (0)20 7766 7300
Transport: Green Park underground station
Opening time: Various, see website for details.
Admission: State Rooms: £16.50 (adults), £9.50 (children under 17 years); concessions and combined tickets available. Queens Gallery: £8.50 (adults), ££4.25 (children under 17). Advance booking advised