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International Travel
London Attractions
Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace one of the most
famous Palaces in the world is the official London residence
of Her Majesty, The Queen of England. June 2002 marked the "Queen's
Golden Jubilee" her 50th Anniversary on the throne.

The State Rooms
The State Rooms, at Buckingham Palace, are only open to the public for
a limited time during the Summer (by appointment only). The rooms are
lavishly furnished with some of the finest treasures from the Royal
Collection, including many priceless works of art by Rembrandt, Rubens,
Poussin and Canaletto; porcelains, sculptures, and some of the world's
finest English and French furniture.
Hours
Open August and September
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The State Rooms Tour
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The Royal Mews
The Royal Mews one of the finest Working Stables in existence features
a permanent display of State Vehicles, including the Gold State Coach
used for Coronations, and Carriages used for Royal and State occasions,
State Visits, Weddings and the State Opening of Parliament. A State Motor
Vehicle is also usually on display.
Most of the year, you can also see up to 30 Carriage-Horses which
play an important role in The Queen's official and ceremonial duties.
Hours
Open April-October
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Royal Mews Tour
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The Queen's Gallery
The Queen's Gallery is a permanent space dedicated to changing exhibitions
of items from the Royal Collection— a collection of art and treasures
held in trust by The Queen for the Nation.
Hours
Open daily.
Closed April 9 and Dec. 25-26.
10am-5:30pm
Entry by timed ticket.
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Queen's Gallery Tour
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- London's most famous attraction.
Fun Off-Site Event
Arrange for a Group Tour of Buckingham Palace during its Summer
Opening. Combine your visit to The State Rooms with The Royal Mews
and/or The Queen's Gallery...and see The Changing of the Guard.


Nearest Underground Stations
Victoria, Hyde Park Corner, St. James's Park or Green Park.

Official Royal Web Site
British
Monarchy Web Site
(020)-7766-7300
Info on the Royal Family, Art & Royal Residences, History of the
Monarchy, Visitor Info, Ticket Info and Reservations for The State Rooms,
The Royal Mews and The Queen's Gallery.
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