Pass by Clarence House, a historic royal residence that has long been home to senior members of the royal family. Your guide shares stories about the royal household and daily life within these private walls, offering insight into how the monarchy functions today.

Make your way through Green Park and pause outside Clarence House, a beautiful nineteenth-century estate that the most recent generations of royals—including the current king himself—have called home.

See the striking red-brick façade of St. James’s Palace, the oldest royal palace in London. Built in the 16th century by Henry VIII, it remains an important working palace and the ceremonial heart of the British monarchy.

Stroll along The Mall, the magnificent tree-lined avenue used for royal processions, coronations and state celebrations. As you walk this famous route, your guide explains the pageantry and traditions that make British royal ceremonies so unique.

Stop by Wellington Barracks, home to the royal Foot Guards on duty in the area, and learn about who they are and how they protect the Royal Family.

For the highlight of your tour, head to the historic Royal State Rooms at Buckingham Palace. Only open to the public for a few months a year, this collection of ornate 19th-century salons and galleries will transport you straight to the heart of this storied institution. See the lavish White Drawing Room, Throne Room, and more magnificent spaces still used today by the Royal Family to entertain guests. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the State Rooms at your own pace with the informative audio guide.