The State Rooms Buckingham Palace and Lunch for Two
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About the experience
There’s no better way to enjoy a regal summer’s afternoon in London, than with a trip to tour the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace, followed by lunch for two at the prestigious Royal Horseguards Hotel. From mid-July to the end of September, the public has a limited opportunity to be allowed inside what is one of the few working palaces left in the world - and undoubtedly, the most famous - for a tour of its grand and opulent 19 State Rooms, where The Royal Family have held numerous celebrations and welcomed some of the most renowned Heads of State in the world upon their arrival in the UK. As you might expect, they are all well maintained and looked after with maximum precision. Everything is run like clockwork, and that includes the security measures which you will have to go through even though you’ve got advanced tickets. But what a pay off it will be queuing to get in for this most sought after of things to do in the Capital, as you marvel at the historic, the rich decor and take it all in. Audio guides are available for visitors, and they’re a great way to accompany your tour so that you really don’t miss anything that’s available for viewing. To finish, you’ll take a walk along The Mall from The Palace to Embankment, where you’ll find the historic Royal Horseguards Hotel, to enjoy a two course lunch that’s been laid on by the hotel’s esteemed chefs, with your choice of starter and main course or main course and dessert!
- The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace and Meal for Two
- See where official Royal events are held
- Rare opportunity for the public to see
- Lunch at Royal Horseguards Hotel
- 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 ½ hours for your visit to the Palace State Rooms
- Two-course lunch is taken at The Royal Horseguards Hotel, a short stroll along the Mall
- The Voucher can be shipped to you as a Gift Pack by post.
- Or choose the free, instant e-voucher delivery option.
- We offer same day dispatch, a choice of packaging and free exchanges.
Information
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
- Not suitable for spectators
Please note this a sample menu which is subject to seasonal changes.
Two Course Lunch Menu
Choose a starter and main or main and dessert
Starters
- Sweet potato and barrel age feta salad, orange, chicory, Korean chilli flakes (v)
- Textures of beetroot, roasted, poached and crispy fried, coconut yoghurt, pine nuts, watercress, red wine vinegar dressing (vg)
- Pressed ham and pea terrine, piccalilli purée, cornichons, bitter leaves, crostini
Mains
- Double cooked free-range chicken supreme Hispi cabbage and bacon, creamed mash, sherry and mushroom sauce
- Poached salmon Courgette ribbons, tartare hollandaise
- Pan fried potato gnocchi Cherry plum tomatoes, woodland mushrooms, baby spinach, chilies, vegan Italian hard cheese
Desserts
- Burnt Cambridge cream candy glazed baked vanilla custard, seasonal berry compote, buttered shortbread
- Kentish strawberries, Chantilly cream
- Warm chocolate brownie, Vanilla ice
Followed by a choice of tea or coffee
- Valid between: 10th July - 31st August, open daily 09:30 - 19:30 (last admission 17:15)
- 1st September - 28th September, open Thursday to Monday 09:30 - 18:30 (last admission 16:15)
- 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
- Once you have booked your date, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable
- Image Credits: Royal Collection Trust / © HM King Charles III 2024
Locations
- London
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