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Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle Self-Guided Tour with Coach
From£102
10 hours
London, United Kingdom
About this activity
Experience the grandeur of Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle on this self-guided tour, complete with coach transportation and audio guides, offering flexibility and convenience.
Highlights
- Explore Buckingham Palace's opulent State Rooms
- Visit Windsor Castle's Round Tower and State Apartments
- Stroll through Windsor's charming town center
- Enjoy scenic views along the River Thames
- Discover the history of St. George’s Chapel
Full description
Visit Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle on this unescorted tour!
Meet your Golden Tours representative from 9:45am outside King's Gallery in Victoria, you will then be escorted to enter Buckingham Palace (5 min walk).
Buckingham Palace – Special Timed Entry With Audio Guide.
Special timed entry ensures a breathtaking visit to the official residence of Britain’s sovereigns since 1837.
By 12.45pm please make your own way to Bullied Way in Victoria for the Windsor Castle tour departing at 1:00pm.
Departing from central London, Your driver will take you straight to Windsor Castle for an extended visit at the historical site. Steeped in history, Windsor Castle perches proudly on a lush wooded hill overlooking the Thames. Dating back to Norman times, with sweeping landscaped gardens and round tower, it’s easy to see why it’s the King’s favourite weekend residence.
This tour is unescorted.
Included / Excluded
- Entry to Windsor Castle
- Entry to Buckingham Palace
- Multimedia guide in multiple languages
- Transportation to Windsor by air-conditioned coach
- Gratuities
- Food and beverages unless stated differently
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
Important information
Know before you book
- Photography is not permitted inside Buckingham Palace; mobile phones must be switched off in the State Rooms.
- Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; alternative arrangements will be provided on these days.
- Audio guides are available in multiple languages; select your preferred language upon arrival.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring the palaces and town center.
- Bring a valid ID for entry to the palaces.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly, as parts of the tour are outdoors.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Once booked, this tour cannot be cancelled
- You must meet the Golden Tours representative outside King's Gallery to be able to enter Buckingham Palace.
- To join the Windsor Castle tour you must go to Bus Stop 1 Bulleid Way in Victoria.
- St. George’s Chapel is also closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services.
- During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
- Buckingham Palace tickets purchased from Golden Tours cannot be converted into a 1-Year Pass.
- For safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Rooms. They must be checked in and reclaimed at the exit. Baby-carriers are available for loan.
- A one-way system operates along the entire visitor route for safety reasons.
- Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change.
- Clients that require mobility access must book directly with Buckingham Palace on (+44) (0)303 123 7324
- Use of mobile phones are permitted in the Palace garden. Mobile phones must be switched off elsewhere on the visitor route.
- 25 and 26 December – Castle completely closed.
- Photography is not permitted inside Buckingham Palace.
- Clients that require mobility access must book directly with Buckingham Palace.
- Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day.
- Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. A walking tour of the town will take place instead
Traveler reviews
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Great experience
John and Oliver were amazing!
cesargX4786JCAug 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Majestic palace.
First time visiting London, enjoyed the tour. It’s beautiful inside and outside palace. Loved learning about royal family.
katiasQ3902CGJul 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Brilliant, but need more time.
Brilliant. Just not enough time at Windsor. Such bad traffic getting there, we lost almost an hour. Give yourself as much time as possible. Pity we were not allowed to take photos, so many memories.
noelr190Jul 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Informed and professional
Armondo did a fabulous job as narrator and bus driver. He was informative and professional. We enjoyed our experience and would recommend it to others!
littledogpennyJul 9, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Nice and convenient way to see 3 iconic sights in 1 day
Guide Jason and Driver Lee were great
U6127NCmarthawJul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Once booked, this tour cannot be cancelled
You must meet the Golden Tours representative outside King's Gallery to be able to enter Buckingham Palace.
To join the Windsor Castle tour you must go to Bus Stop 1 Bulleid Way in Victoria.
St. George’s Chapel is also closed to visitors on Sundays as services are held throughout the day. Worshippers are welcome to attend the services.
During peak periods, additional vehicles without Wi-Fi may be used.
Buckingham Palace tickets purchased from Golden Tours cannot be converted into a 1-Year Pass.
For safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Rooms. They must be checked in and reclaimed at the exit. Baby-carriers are available for loan.
A one-way system operates along the entire visitor route for safety reasons.
Please note: the tour itinerary and order may change.
Clients that require mobility access must book directly with Buckingham Palace on (+44) (0)303 123 7324
Use of mobile phones are permitted in the Palace garden. Mobile phones must be switched off elsewhere on the visitor route.
25 and 26 December – Castle completely closed.
Photography is not permitted inside Buckingham Palace.
Clients that require mobility access must book directly with Buckingham Palace.
Our vehicles are modern, comfortable, and kept to the highest standards of cleanliness, including a deep clean every day.
Windsor Castle is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. A walking tour of the town will take place instead