{"id":5624,"date":"2024-07-14T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-14T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/?p=5624"},"modified":"2025-01-14T16:21:23","modified_gmt":"2025-01-14T16:21:23","slug":"why-visit-buckingham-palace-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/why-visit-buckingham-palace-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"Why visit Buckingham Palace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Nestled in the heart of London, Buckingham Palace is the jewel of the British crown estate that opens its door to visitors every summer. The good news is there is always something going on at the Palace!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/attractions\/london-attractions\/buckingham-palace-state-rooms-standard\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=why-visit-buckingham-palace\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buckingham Palace State Rooms<\/a> &#8211; The Throne Room, The White Drawing Room or even the Ballroom &#8211; each decorated with fine furniture, paintings and treasures. Here is why visit Buckingham Palace this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discover or rediscover the spectacular State Rooms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are nineteen State Rooms at Buckingham Palace which are used as main reception chambers by The King and members of the Royal Family for official ceremonies, diplomatic visits and personal occasions. Key moments in <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/unusual-facts-about-royal-family\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the Royal Family<\/a> happened within the walls of these beautiful rooms, and with such a rich royal history, there are plenty of treasures not to miss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throneroom-1010.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1010\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throneroom-1010.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throneroom-1010.jpg 1010w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/throneroom-1010-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1010px) 100vw, 1010px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Royal Collection Trust<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An easy audio-guided tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy the Tour at your own pace with an audio multimedia guide that explains the history of the palace and the various rooms within the State Rooms. At the end of your tour, you&#8217;ll walk along the south side of the Palace Garden, where you&#8217;ll meet your guide before the next part of your Royal journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See the Gold State Coach at the Royal Mews<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Royal Mews or stables are waiting for you at Buckingham Palace to discover what it takes to keep Britain&#8217;s Royal Family on the move. The Royal Mews are the world&#8217;s most impressive working stables, where the gilded Gold State Coach is displayed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Commissioned by George III in 1762, it has been used at every coronation since 1821. On 2nd June 1953, it was also fitted for the day with a hologram of Queen Elizabeth II when she took the short hop to Westminster Abbey for her Coronation ceremony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/img_1589468715_1589468741__8530838_libera_5566.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/img_1589468715_1589468741__8530838_libera_5566-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/img_1589468715_1589468741__8530838_libera_5566-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/img_1589468715_1589468741__8530838_libera_5566-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/img_1589468715_1589468741__8530838_libera_5566.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 Royal Collection Trust<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indulge with a hot drink and a bite at The Garden Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After you visit the State Rooms, head to The Garden Caf\u00e9 located on the West Terrace of Buckingham Palace. Relax and treat yourself to a selection of light bites, cakes and hot and cold drinks overlooking the Gardens. A few tasty ice cream booths are set around the garden to make both adults and kids happy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There are even activities for kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Palace offers a free multimedia guide version for children, in which Alice the Footman and Rex the Corgi describe anecdotes during the State Rooms tour. Bring your kids to the Family Pavilion on the terrace outside as you finish the tour. There are creative activities and appealing spaces to play and entertain your children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Book a five-star afternoon tea a few steps away from Buckingham Palace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rubens-hotel-afternoon-tea.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rubens-hotel-afternoon-tea.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rubens-hotel-afternoon-tea.jpg 640w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rubens-hotel-afternoon-tea-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rubens-hotel-afternoon-tea-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/rubens-hotel-afternoon-tea-370x370.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 The Rubens at The Palace Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to add something special to your tour? Make your way to <a href=\"https:\/\/rubenshotel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Rubens at the Palace Hotel<\/a> near the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace to <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/attractions\/afternoon-tea\/afternoon-tea-at-the-rubens-at-the-palace-with-champagne-option\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=why-visit-buckingham-palace\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">enjoy traditional afternoon tea<\/a> in the Palace Lounge while overlooking The King&#8217;s stables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch the comings and goings of the royal carriages as you dine on a selection of sumptuous sandwiches, delectable, fresh-made pastries and traditional scones with clotted cream and fruit preserves.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is a visit to Buckingham Palace worth it? The answer is yes! 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