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The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace & Dining for Two
London SW1AREF: HLRPS1
- The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace packages
- See where official Royal events are held
- Rare opportunity for the public to see
- Afternoon tea or lunch at Royal Horseguards Hotel
What's Included
- Entrance to The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace for two people
- View 19 spectacular State Rooms used for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining by members of the Royal Family
- The rooms boast paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens and Van Dyck along with some of the finest English and French furniture in the world
- Allow approximately 2-2.5 hours for your visit to the Palace State Rooms
- Dining options are taken at The Royal Horseguards Hotel a short stroll along the Mall
- Choose from Afternoon tea, sparkling afternoon tea or a two-course meal (see menu for details)
What Can I Expect
Visit The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace and enjoy a reserved table at the Royal Horseguards Hotel! These packages for two include tickets to visit the stunning State Rooms at the Palace and an elegant dining option too.
Buckingham Palace, the King's official London residence, is probably one of the most famous buildings in the world - and one of very few to still be a working palace.
The impeccably-kept State Rooms rooms are opened to the public during the summer months only (as they are being used for official Royal Family engagements the rest of the year!), so it's a real coup to even get entry tickets.
Security, as you might expect, is extremely tight at the visitor entrance to the Palace, so be prepared for a bit of a wait, even with your advance tickets. It is, of course, very much worth it, when you see rooms such as the grandiose ballroom!
There's also the Music Room, where many Presidents, Kings, Queens and heads of Church have been greeted. It's as decadent as it looks on the television. You'll have to pinch yourself that you're standing where the late Queen Elizabeth II would have shaken hands with many dignitaries.
The Throne Room is an opulent affair, with a pair of throne chairs dominating the lavish red velvet-clad room. This is where the Prince and Princess of Wales were photographed after their wedding in 2011.
All in all, you will visit 19 State Rooms at Buckingham Palace. Visitor audio guides will explain the history and uses of each room, as well as pointing out some of the priceless artefacts from the Royal Collection. From Louis XIV chairs to Rembrandt paintings, it's a veritable museum!
After your visit, it's a short stroll along the famous Mall to the Royal Horseguards Hotel. This imposing Victiorian building on the Embankment is also steeped in history - from Churchill, to the birth of the Secret Service. You will enjoy an afternoon tea or a two-course meal inside this opulent and discrete five-star hotel.
When Is It Available
- Valid between 10th July to 28th September 2025
- Entry Time: 13:15
- The palace is open 10th July – 31st August – open day daily and 1st – 28th September – open Thursday – Monday (closed Tue-Wed)
- Royal Horseguards Hotel bookings are not available on Bank Holidays
- Afternoon tea is served from 13:00-16:30
- Vouchers must be booked and redeemed before 28th September 2025
- Bookings must be made at least 14 working days in advance and are subject to availability
- Please note: opening times and dates are subject to close at short notice
Location
- Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Palace Road, SW1A 1AA
- Royal Horseguards Hotel, Whitehall Court, SW1A 2EJ
Suitable For
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
Spectators
- Not suitable for spectators
Anything Else
- Once you have booked your date tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable
- Image Credits: Royal Collection Trust / © HM King Charles III 2024
Menu
Sample Menus - subject to seasonal changes
Afternoon Tea Menu
Sweet Treats
Lemon meringue pie
Strawberry tart
Chocolate eclair
Gin and lime pebble
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Sandwiches
Cucumber and cream cheese fingers
Egg mayo and cress fingers
Smoked salmon fingers
Ham and English mustard fingers
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Fruit scone or plain scone
with strawberry & raspberry jam and Cornish clotted cream
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Choice of Tea
English, Breakfast, Strawberry & Cream (The Royal Horseguards' unique blend)
Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Mint, Green, Fruit, Chamomile
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Opt for the sparkling option and you will also receive a glass of prosecco each
2 Course Menu
Choose a starter and main or main and dessert
Starters
Red Pepper Hummus Heritage tomato, radish, black olive crumb, crispy pitta (vg)
Confit Chicken & Apricot Compressed Pave Piccalilli, baby leaves, sourdough crostini
Quinoa Salad Avocado, mixed peppers, chickpea, radish, cress (vg)
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Mains
Double-Cooked Chicken Supreme Whipped potato, braised leeks, carrots, wild mushroom crème, thyme reduction
Pan-Fried Salmon Fillet & Tiger Prawns Asian greens, sticky rice, Thai-flavoured coconut broth, scallions, red chillies
Carrot & Coriander Risotto Cauliflower beignets, baby carrots, shaved vegan cheese, chive oil (gf, v, vg)
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Desserts
Earl Grey-Infused Panna Cotta Berry compote, pistachio crumb (v)
Chocolate & Orange Tranche Chocolate sauce, mint (v)
Exotic Fruit Salad