Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge day trip

Visit two world-famous landmarks in one day on an unescorted tour of Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge.

Buckingham Palace is a working Royal Palace, which is also the host of the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony, and Stonehenge is the famous stone circle that has puzzled historians for centuries. 

Highlights of this day trip

• Explore the official residence of King Charles III
• Venture through the royal State Rooms, the 42-acre garden and Throne Room
• Enjoy your extended visit at Stonehenge with a multimedia audio guide
• Find out more about the ancient stone circle with an interactive experience at the Visitor Centre
• Sit back and relax in a luxury air-conditioned coach to and from Stonehenge

Visit Buckingham Palace

Start the day with a tour of Buckingham Palace, the official residence of King Charles III and the administrative headquarters of the Royal Household. 

Open for only eight weeks a year, your visit allows you to step inside the 19 State Rooms, each exquisitely decorated and filled with historical artefacts and treasures. See the Throne Room featuring the throne chairs used in the coronation ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. The palace tour ends with a walk through the magnificent Palace Gardens.

Discover Stonehenge

Next, make your way to Bulleid Way, near Victoria Station, to hop on a luxury coach to Stonehenge. Wander around the mysterious 5,000 year-old monoliths, as you learn about the many theories explaining their origins and purpose. Look out for stone 56, which is the tallest, and stone 52 – Christopher Wren, who designed St Paul's Cathedral, carved "Wren" into it. Don't miss the Neolithic Houses near the Visitor Centre, which are remodelled on the ruins that were found in 2006 and 2007 near Stonehenge.

Head back to London in time for dinner.

Tour inclusions

• Entry to Buckingham Palace
• Entry to Stonehenge
• Audio guide
• Return transport to Stonehenge

Tour itinerary and departure information

Where and what time does the tour leave?

Meet your Golden Tours representative outside the King’s Gallery in Victoria at 9.30am to walk to the palace at 9.45am. You will then be escorted to nearby Buckingham Palace for a 10am entry time.

Departure from London to Stonehenge

After visiting the palace at your own pace, make your way to Bus Stop 1 Bulleid Way, 123-151 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 9SH before 12.45pm and hop on the Golden Tours coach to Stonehenge departing at 1pm for an extended visit at this historical site. Don't forget your e-ticket!

Return to London

The tour arrives back in London between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. You’ll be dropped off in Kensington (Zone 1).

Be sure to double check all timings on your e-ticket.

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FAQs

Is the Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge day trip family friendly?

The day trip is family friendly and not very fast paced, so you will be able to enjoy an extended stay at Stonehenge allowing for ample opportunities to take a break.

Do I need to book tickets for this Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge day trip in advance?

You need to book tickets for this tour in advance, as you will not be able to buy tickets on the bus.

Is lunch included on the tour?

Lunch is not included in the ticket and we recommend bringing a packed lunch and refreshments. However you will be able to buy food and drinks at the Visitor Centre at Stonehenge.