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The Royal Mews

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T he Royal Mews is one of the premium stables in the world. Providing the Queen with carriage horses and responsible for Her Majesty’s and members of the Royal Family’s transport by motor car.

All the Queen’s carriages and coaches are housed at the Royal Mews, maintained by top craftsmen. Some of the carriages are available to be viewed. The coaches and carriages convey the Royal Family in state and ceremonial processions. From April to October you can enjoy a 45-minute guided tour of the Royal Mews.

Creation of the Royal Mews

The first stables were West of The Strand at Charing Cross. Royal Hawks were kept there from 1377 and the name is derived from their moulting time or ‘mews’ time. Knowledge of the mews goes back to the reign of Richard II. Sadly, a fire in 1534 destroyed the mews. It was rebuilt as stables but retained the name which had become established.

In 1732, William Kent designed another rebuild, opened to the public in the early 19th century. An impressive building, with a large space to the front. Royal Parks at this time were on the outskirts and gardens were enjoyed only by those owning the houses surrounding them. Known as the King’s Mews it was also called Royal Mews, Royal Stables or if there was a female monarch, the Queen’s Mews. The old Mews was demolished making way for Trafalgar Square between 1834 -1837.

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In 1762, King George III bought Buckingham House. He transported some of his horses and carriages, but the ceremonial coaches remained with their horses at Charing Cross. Architect, Sir William Chambers was commissioned to create a riding school at the new house.

George III also commissioned the huge Gold State Coach in this year. 7m long and 3.6m tall, coated in gold leaf, it is the grandest of the coaches housed at the Royal Mews. From 1821 it has been used for Royal Coronations. Eight horses are required for the weight of almost 4 tonnes.

King George IV Brings in John Nash

The Royal Mews as we know them today were built in the gardens of Buckingham Palace in 1825. John Nash was already heading the rebuilding of the palace, so it was logical for him to complete the new buildings. Stables for 100 horses were erected around the riding school.

The quadrangle of the mews is reached through a Doric-style arch. A clock tower, coach houses and harness rooms were included in the £65,000 plus price tag, a vast cost at the time.

Queen Victoria and the Small Village

In 1837, Queen Victoria was the first monarch to call the new redesigned Buckingham Palace home. The Royal Mews took on a new life, becoming an active community when Queen Victoria created a school in the Mews for the families working there. All the Queen’s children learned to ride at the Mews riding school.

Our present Monarch described the Mews as ‘a small village which belongs to Buckingham Palace.’

Carriages, Coaches & Horses

You can expect, in the main, to see Windsor Greys and Cleveland Bays in the stables. The horses are trained regularly to draw the carriages. At least 16.1 hands high at the withers, Windsor Greys have excellent stamina and temperament. They have the responsibility of drawing the carriages of The Queen and members of the Royal Family. Cleveland Bays pull the carriages of guests and are used for general duties as workhorses. Horses are used for competitive and recreational driving as well as ceremonial duties.

Historic liveries and harnesses are also on display, also that worn by the Queen’s footmen. Liveries vary by occasion. Varying in detail only slightly from Victorian times, new liveries are still produced from the same companies used by George III. Plain to ornate, they are all waiting to be discovered on the tour. Daily since 1843, the messenger carriage collects and delivers post between Buckingham Palace and St James’s Palace. The Royal Collection contains over 100 coaches and carriages. All the work undertaken at the Mews is overseen by an official called the Crown Equerry. The Palace Gardeners are well supplied with manure!

The Diamond Jubilee State Coach

First used in June 2014, this Australian built coach is the newest addition to the Mews. Six horses are required to pull the 5m long, 3 tonne coach. Traditional craftmanship was used but modern technology was incorporated into the design. Hydraulic stabilisers minimise swaying of the aluminium body. The interior wooden panels are made from donated objects from over 100 British historic sites and organisations. Included are materials from Henry VIII’s Flagship the Mary Rose and the Antarctic bases of Captain Scott and Sir Ernest Shackleton.

The Queens Motor Cars

The Mews also houses the Royal State and Semi-State Cars. Maintenance of the claret and black fleet is just as much part of the daily work as is the horses and carriages. The five state cars do not display number plates like ordinary cars. The collection comprises two Bentley State Limousines, gifted on the Queen’s Golden Jubilee, a 1977 Silver Jubilee Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, a 1986 Phantom VI and a rare first example 1950 Phantom IV with body by HJ Mulliner & Co, with an automatic gearbox fitted in 1955.

Semi-state cars are used for less formal situations and general support. They comprise of two Jaguar XJ limousines and three 1992 Daimler DS420 limousines. Past vehicles have included a 1947 DaimlerDe36 Landaulet State car which was retired from service but used frequently by the Queen Mother until the mid-1960’s and a 1954 Rolls-Royce Phantom IV landaulet with Hooper coachwork, on permanent loan now to the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation.

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Visiting the Royal Mews

If cars, carriages and horses went to heaven, The Royal Mews is where they would go. Tucked away behind Buckingham Palace, this is the ultimate stable for regal steeds and stately wheels and it reins supreme. And I’m sure Cinderella wouldn’t say neigh to trotting off in a Royal Carriage for her amorous rendez-vous with Prince Charming. For now though, we’ll have to settle with the Coronation of King Charles III and the Queen Consort to see some of these royal carriages on duty.

Royal Mewsings

The word “mews” originates from the French word “muer” or to moult. The royal hawks were originally held in the King’s Mews in Charing Cross (where the National Gallery stands today) whilst their feathers moulted. During Henry VIII’s reign, the original mews was destroyed by fire and rebuilt as royal stables, retaining its original name. The King’s Mews relocated to Buckingham Palace, morphing into the Royal Mews after a design by John Nash for George IV. Today, the Royal Mews is home to the royal collection of coaches, carriages and cars, and it has one of the world’s finest working stables.

Gold State Coach and the Coronation

Gold State Coach

The Diamond Jubilee State Coach

Diamond Jubilee State Coach

The coach is also a moving museum of artefacts from 100 of Britain’s historical sites. There’s a lead musket ball from the Battle of Waterloo, fragments of a dress worn by Florence Nightingale, and the crown is made from parts of Nelson’s HMS Victory (with a concealed camera inside). Timber segments from the Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, Hampton Court Palace, to name a few, can be found in the interior lining, and the two door handles are decorated with 24 Kiwi diamonds and 130 sapphires.

Diamond Jubilee State Coach

The Glass Coach

The Glass Coach was built in 1881 and was purchased for George V’s coronation in 1911. It has been used to carry the bride-to-be to church (as with Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon in 1923, Lady Diana Spencer in 1981 and Miss Sarah Ferguson in 1986). It is also used to carry the newlyweds from church after the service (as with Princes Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh in 1947).

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Cars and Limousines in the Royal Mews

Visiting the Royal Mews

The Royal Mews also houses a mix of State and Non-state Cars. The five State Cars do not have licence plates and include a selection of British-made Rolls Royces and Bentleys. There are eight chauffeurs, but only the Head Chauffeur and the two Deputy heads can drive the King.

The Royal Mews Carriage Horses

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The Royal Mews , Buckingham Palace, London, SW1W 1QH. Nearest tube: Victoria

Adult Tickets £15 , and all admission prices include a multimedia tour. Under 5s go free. You can book your tickets here . At the end of your visit, ask a Warden to stamp your ticket to convert it into a 1- Year Pass for which you can enjoy free re-admission.

Please note:  The Royal Mews is open until 30 October 2023.

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Nancy l MapandFamily

Great girls’ day out Scarlett and you’ve just given me some inspiration for an outing for a friend too! Love that the Jubilee coach has little antique keepsakes built in!

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DiaryofaLondoness

It’s a meticulous and delightful piece of design. Thanks Nancy, I hope your friend makes it to the mews with the mostest!

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Fiona Sheppard

My son was out in London yesterday and saw what looked like the Golden State Coach on a low loader. Was it the actual state coach being taken to Westminster Abbey for the return procession?

No, the Gold State Coach was taken by horse to Westminster Abbey. It could perhaps have been the Lord Mayor’s State Coach which is quite similar.

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Very cute! Have a nice weekend!

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What a lovely day out – would love to visit the Royal Mews, the Gold State Coach looks impressive and I am always up for some delicious gelato 🙂

Yo would love it Miriam, and of course, gelato is right up your culinary street!

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Shelley Roitman

How a young girl can become a princess in one magical afternoon in London – fun for everyone.

Shelley Goodman

Does Anais realize what a little princess she is exploring the town with The Londoness?

Yes Shelley, she happily hops around with Mummy discovering London’s magical places!

Does Anais realize what a princess-like childhood she has exploring the town with the Londoness?

She is a very lucky girl!

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Louise Riis

Oh wow! Ever since I was a little girl, I have wanted my own Cinderella carriage…. I guess we are all wanna-be princesses! What a lovely day, you girls had 🙂

I can see you waving from the Glass Coach now Louise!

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Tanja (the Red phone box travels)

beautiful carriages! I’ve been to a carriage museum in Vienna, those were fantastic too:)

Oh wow Tanja, that must have been equally majestic! Scarlett x

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“Pussycat, pussycat, where have you been? I’ve been to London to look at the queen!” These are the starting words of a traditional children’s nursery rhyme. And it’s not only nursery-rhyme cats interested in attractions associated with the royal family.

Buckingham Palace , the King’s official London residence and the administrative headquarters of the British monarchy, is one of London’s top 10 attractions according to Visit London . Visitors can watch the Changing of the Guard, tour the State Rooms, visit the Royal Mews, see changing art exhibitions, or simply enjoy views of Buckingham Palace and the Queen Victoria Monument from adjoining Green Park .

Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of British sovereigns since 1837 when Queen Victoria made it her home. But the property’s Royal Family history goes back to 1761 when George III bought Buckingham House for his wife Queen Charlotte.

Where Is Buckingham Palace?

Buckingham Palace sits at the intersection of The Mall, Constitution Hill, and Spur Road off Birdcage Walk in the City of Westminster in central London. The Palace is surrounded by gardens and green space on three sides. St. James’s Park sits on the east side and Green Park on the north side. Royal gardens run behind the Palace to the west. A number of London tourist attractions, including Westminster Abbey, the Churchill War Rooms, and Trafalgar Square, lie within a one-mile radius of the palace.

The Wellington Arch , a large stone archway flanked with Corinthian columns and topped with the largest bronze sculpture in Europe, sits at the western end of Constitution Hill at Hyde Park Corner. Originally built as the outer entrance to Buckingham Palace, the arch was moved to its current location in the 1880s. You can purchase tickets to get inside the arch, where rooms over five stories house historical exhibitions and balconies offer views of Buckingham Palace’s back gardens and London’s Royal Parks.

View along The Mall in front of Buckingham Palace.

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How To Get To Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace’s central location is easily reached by the Underground, by train, and by coach/bus.

How To Get To Buckingham Palace By Subway

London’s subway system, known as the London Underground or by its nickname, the Tube, is fast and efficient. The nearest Underground stops to Buckingham Palace are Victoria, Green Park, St. James’s Park, and Hyde Park Corner.

It’s roughly an 11-minute walk to Buckingham Palace from Victoria Station, an 8-minute walk from Green Park Station or St. James’s Park Station, and a 12-minute walk from Hyde Park Corner Station.

How To Get To Buckingham Palace By Train

The National Rail System is a passenger train network connecting London with the rest of the country. You might use this system to get to Buckingham Palace if you are coming from outside of the Greater London area serviced by the Underground. London Victoria and Charing Cross Station are the nearest train stations to Buckingham Palace.

How To Get To Buckingham Palace By Coach Or Bus

Bus numbers 11, 211, C1 and C10 stop on Buckingham Palace Road. Victoria Coach Station is a 10-minute walk from the Palace. Use Transport for London’s Plan a Journey page to determine which bus to take from your starting location.

Buckingham Palace is also a stop on some hop-on, hop-off tourist buses.

The Queen's Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace.

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When Is The Best Time To Visit Buckingham Palace?

If you want to get inside Buckingham Palace, summer is the best time to visit. Although the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace are open to visitors for a few selected dates in winter and spring, the primary touring time is in summer.

Summer also offers the best weather for viewing the Changing of the Guard . Of course, summer is the busiest tourist season and you will be jostling amongst a crowd for the best views. Bundle up or pack a poncho, and you can see the Changing of the Guard throughout the year.

The Royal Mews is open February through November. Guided tours are offered between April and October. The Royal Mews is responsible for all the road travel arrangements for the King and the Royal Family. Inside you’ll find historic carriages, a stable of horses, and livery worn by the King’s horsemen. Note that the Royal Mews are part of a working royal palace and closures sometimes happen at short notice.

The Queen’s Gallery is a public art gallery that features changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection featuring old master paintings, rare furniture, decorative arts, and photographic images. The Queen’s Gallery is open year-round.

The changing of the guard outside Buckingham Palace.

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When Is The Changing Of The Guard?

The Changing of the Guard is a ceremony in which the King’s Guards, clad in scarlet uniforms and bearskin caps, hand off responsibility for protecting Buckingham Palace. The guards are Foot Guards, or highly trained infantry soldiers.

The ceremony, which is free to watch, takes place on the forecourt of Buckingham Palace. Formation of the guards in preparation for the ceremony begins around 10:30 a.m. when the Buckingham Palace Old Guard lines up for inspection, the St. James Old Guard begins its march down The Mall, and the New Guard forms on the parade square at Wellington Barracks. Guards and bands start arriving at Buckingham Palace at 10:45 a.m. The actual handover, when the New Guard enters the forecourt via the North Gate and receives the Palace Keys, occurs at 11 a.m. sharp. This is followed by marches of the Old and New Guards. The ceremony takes approximately 45 minutes. Musical accompaniment is provided by a regimental band or corps of drums.

The Changing of the Guard is popular. It is recommended you arrive before 10:15 a.m. to get a good viewing spot. The Buckingham Palace railings are a good spot with visibility of the entire forecourt ceremony, but you need to arrive very early to situate yourself here.

The elevated position of the steps of the Victoria Monument also provides a reasonable view. Spur Road on the left facing Buckingham Palace is a good place to see the New Guard and Band marching up Birdcage Walk. Remember to “make way for the King’s Guard!” and not stand in the way of the Foot Guards.

Although the Changing of the Guard occurs several times a week, it is not scheduled everyday. Check the Changing of the Guard schedule before you plan your visit.

The White Drawing Room inside Buckingham Palace.

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How To Tour The Inside of Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace has 775 rooms, including 240 Royal, guest, and staff bedrooms, 92 offices, 78 bathrooms, and 19 State rooms. The State Rooms inside Buckingham Palace are open to visitors for 10 weeks each summer and on selected dates during winter and spring. The King’s private living spaces are not open to the public.

The State Rooms are the public rooms in the palace where the King and members of the Royal Family receive and entertain guests on ceremonial and official occasions. Rooms you will tour after entering via the opulent, red-carpeted Grand Staircase include the White Drawing Room, the Throne Room, the Ballroom, and the Picture Gallery.

Each year the Royal Collection Trust , the organization that manages public openings of the official residences of His Majesty the King, curates a special exhibit for the summer opening at Buckingham Palace. In 2019, Queen Victoria’s Palace held an exhibition to honor the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birth, telling the story of how the young queen transformed Buckingham Palace from a private house into a working royal residence.

You need to purchase tickets for the State Rooms tour in advance. Tickets can be booked online. Arrive at least 10 minutes before your entry time. You will go through airport-style security. Complimentary multimedia guides are provided. Photographs are not allowed. Wear comfortable shoes as there is a fair bit of walking involved. The Royal Collection Trust recommends you allow up to 2 hours and 30 minutes for your State Rooms tour. One of the available ticketing options allows you to add a 45-minute guided tour of Buckingham Palace Gardens to your State Rooms visit.

King Charles, House of Lords Chamber in London.

Can I See The King At Buckingham Palace?

The nursery-rhyme cat may have had a look at the queen, but you are unlikely to see the now King when you visit Buckingham Palace. State Room tours are scheduled when the King is not in residence. When the King is at home at Buckingham Palace, you’ll see his flag, the Royal Standard, flying from the flagpole on top of the palace.

If your visit to London coincides with a Royal Wedding or a special event of national significance, you may be able to get a glimpse of the King on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, where he and Royal Family members gather to wave to crowds below.

Your best bet for getting a look at the King may actually be away from Buckingham Palace at one of the functions he attends. The Royal Diary on the Royal Family website contains a list of engagements to be attended by His Royal Majesty and other Royal Family members.

Two annual events offer opportunities to see the King. For the State Opening of Parliament in May, the King travels from Buckingham Palace to the Palace of Westminster in a State coach escorted by the Household Cavalry.

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The Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace

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If you're interested in seeing the finest working stables used by the Royal Family in London, this post covers everything you need to know about visiting the Royal Mews.

In addition to details about ticket prices, we'll also cover opening hours, best times to visit, and what you can expect to see while you're here.

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How to Get Here

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Royal Mews Admission Tickets

The  Royal Mews  is a group of working stables which is part of a working Royal Palace, housing the Royal Family’s horses and royal carriages.

On display in the Mews is an array of beautiful state coaches and carriages, some of which are still actively used by members of the Royal Family on special occasions.

Visitors can expect to see a royal collection of historic coaches that were previously used by figures as well-known and beloved as Queen Victoria, King George IV, Queen Elizabeth II, and even King George III.

Some coaches/carriages are still used for special events such as Coronations, State Visits, the State Opening of Parliament, Royal Weddings, and other important occasions.

  • £10/Youth (18-24)
  • £9/Children | Under 5 FREE
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Royal Mews Discounts

  • A Royal Mews tour is included for free with the  London Pass .
  • Families (up to 2 adults and 4 children) can save up to £12 when booking directly through the Royal Collection Trust.
  • There is also a Royal Day Out  combination ticket  that includes the Queen's Gallery, the Royal Mews, and the State Rooms.
  • Disabled visitors are eligible for a discounted rate of £9.
  • Group rates apply when purchasing tickets for 15 or more people.
  • Each Royal Mews ticket is valid for 1-year as lond as you ask to make your ticket purchase a donation.

Royal Mews Opening Times

In 2024, the Mews are open from the 1st of March until the 3rd of November.

  • Open: Thursday - Monday | 10:00 am - 17:00 (5 pm)
  • Closed: Tuesday and Wednesday

NOTE: Since this attraction has separate tickets from the State Rooms and the Queen's Gallery, you can visit the Royal Mews even if you haven't paid for admission to other attractions on the grounds of Buckingham Palace.

The Royal Mews are located just south of the Queen's Gallery and the State Rooms on Buckingham Palace Rd, London SW1W 0QH, United Kingdom .

There are a few different ways to get here, but the best options are via public transportation.

By Underground

You'll find the closest tube stop is Victoria Station, which is about a 10 minute walk from the Royal Mews. Although they're a bit further out, you might also consider hopping off the tube at Green Park, St. James' Park, or Hyde Park.

As with the tube, the closest stop is Victoria Station. The second closest station is Charing Cross, but that's a 20 minute walk away.

Coach lines 11, 211, C1, and C10 stop on Buckingham Road, just down the street from the Royal Mews, and closer than any other public transportation.

Royal Mews Best Time to Visit

You’ll also want to consider either an early or a late trip to the Royal Mews.

This location gets pretty popular between  12 pm - 2 pm , so we recommend planning your visit for either morning or mid-afternoon.

Best Time to Visit the Royal Mews

If you plan on seeing both of these attractions, consider heading there at  3 pm and  going to the Queen’s Gallery afterward at  4 pm .

Between April and October, guided tours are offered throughout the day.

One of the best highlights from their carriage collection is the magnificent Gold State Coach built for George III in 1762. It is so heavy it takes eight horses to pull it.

The Gold State Coach has been the carriage of choice for every coronation since 1822, and it was also used for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee.

They also have the Diamond Jubilee State Coach on display, which was built for her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee and used during the Coronation of King Charles III.

One of two 2012 Jaguar XJ Limousines on display at the Royal Mews. Image source: Wikimedua user ~Ealasaid~ under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license.

You'll also have the opportunity to see the horses owned by the British Monarchy, including both the Windsor Greys who draw their carriages and Cleveland Bays used for ambassadors and other guests of importance.

If horses and carriages don’t do much for you, maybe the collection of road transport including Rolls Royce limousines , Bentleys and Jaguars will get your motor running!

Kids will enjoy the opportunity to get a picture atop a replica Semi-State Landau carriage or a Wooden Pony .

There's also a selection of specially-created Livery worn by the horses and their drivers while leading the carriage.

A visit includes a free 45-minute guided tour covering the history of the Mews, though you may spend more time in the Mews if you would like.

They also offer a complimentary multimedia guide as an alternative, and this multimedia tour is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, and Brazilian Portuguese.

There are alternatives for hard of hearing visitors as well, and an audio-descriptive guide for the visually impaired.

Royal Mews Helpful Information

The Royal Mews is an active stable, not merely an exhibit. Security is quite strict – expect an “airport-style” screening. 

There is no cloakroom at the Mews. For more information on prohibited items, read our  security section .

Food and drinks are not permitted. There is no food or drink available for purchase in the Mews though you can purchase water at the Mews gift shop.

Bathrooms/Toilets are available only at the end of the tour. There are also changing spaces and baby-care facilities for guests with young children.

TIP:  A Royal Mews tour is included for free with the  London Pass .

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HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS:   The astonishing gilded wonder that is the Gold State Coach

The Gold State Coach in the Royal Mews

The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace is a working stable and also serves as a home for the royal collection of historic coaches, motor cars, and ornately decorated carriages such as the opulent Gold State Coach. The Royal Mews is also a bustling transportation centre, responsible for organising all road travel for the royal family.

The Royal Mews is home to state vehicles, both horse-drawn and motorised, including those used for state occasions such as the State Opening of Parliament, royal weddings, coronations, and state visits.

The history of the Royal Mews goes back to the 14th century when the King's Mews was established at Charing Cross. The Royal Mews were used to keep hunting hawks when their feathers moulted (the word ' mew ' means moulting). The hawks could not be used for hunting when their feathers were moulting so they were kept in a 'mews' during this period.

The Royal Mews was destroyed by fire in 1534 and rebuilt as a stable. It kept the name 'mews' even though it now kept horses rather than hawks. When George II bought Buckingham House (now Buckingham Palace) in 1762 he created a riding school beside the house. Some horses and carriages were stot=red there, though most remained at Charing Cross.

The Royal Mews entrance on Buckingham Palace Road

When George IV took the throne he called on his favourite architect John Nash to rebuild Buckingham House as a royal palace. One of Nash's tasks was to build a Royal Mews, including stables, a riding school, coach houses, and harness rooms arranged around a quadrangle reached through a neoclassical arch supporting a clock tower.

Under Queen Victoria, the Royal Mews became, in her words, 'a small village which belongs to Buckingham Palace'. The queen founded a school to teach the children of families who worked in her 'small village'. Prince Albert added a forge and more outbuildings. All of the royal couple's children learned to ride in the riding school at the Royal Mews.

Today the Royal Mews still functions like a small village, with families occupying flats around John Nash's elegant courtyard. And rather than hawks, visitors can see the amazing collection of royal carriages and motor cars that ate regularly used to carry members of the royal family on ceremonial occasions, as well as watching the royal horses being trained.

The stables block

Lest you get too envious of the royal family for getting to travel in such amazing fairytale carriages it is worth pointing out that many of the carriages look impressive but they sway and bounce so drastically that those riding in them can suffer from seasickness.

Did you know?

The reigning monarch names all the horses in the royal stables. At any given time there are around 30 horses in residence and each horse has a nameplate outside the stall with its name and year of birth.

Only two breeds are used to pull royal carriages; Cleveland Bays and Windsor Greys (which despite the name are white, not grey). Only Windsor Greys are used to pull the monarch's carriage.

One of the real treats when visiting the Royal Mews is that you get to watch the horses undergoing training. They need special training so they do not get skittish in front of large crowds and can deal with loud noises and people waving flags. The horses also have to learn to stand still for long periods of time.

Please be aware that the royal horses may not always be available to view since they may be on duty pulling a royal carriage, undergoing training, or simply out of London. Even if the horses are not available to view you can still see the historic stables and see the royal carriage collection.

A close look at the Diamond Jubilee State Coach

The Gold State Coach

The highlight of a visit to the Royal Mews is the Gold State Coach, built in 1762 for King George III. It has been used for every royal coronation since then, beginning with George IV's coronation in 1820. The heavily gilded coach is decorated with tritons blowing conch shells in the front while cherubs festoon the carriage's roof.

The Gold State Coach is so heavy that it takes a team of eight horses to pull. It is also so large that to take it out of the Mews a wall has to be removed first. It takes a team of 30 people up to two days to turn the coach around.

Ornate is might be, but it is also extremely uncomfortable to ride in. King George VI called travelling in it to his coronation as ' one of the most uncomfortable rides I have ever had in my life ', while Queen Victoria said it suffered from ' distressing oscillations '.

Gilded figure on the Gold State Coach

Queen Alexandra’s State Coach

This fairytale carriage was made in 1865 for Alexandra, the Princess of Wales (later Queen Alexandra), the wife of Edward VII. It was intended as a simple town coach but sometime in the 1890s it was converted into a state coach. Its main duty is to carry the Imperial State Crown (along with the Sword of State and the Cap of Maintenance) to the Palace of Westminster for the annual State Opening of Parliament.

Yes, that's right, the crown has its own carriage.

During the procession, the royal paraphernalia is accompanied by the Queen's Bargemaster, with Watermen acting as footmen. This is a reminder of the days when the crown jewels were transported by river to the Tower of London for state ceremonies. The crown and regalia are accompanied by a detachment of the Household Cavalry and receive their own royal salute.

Queen Alexandra's State Coach

Diamond Jubilee State Coach

The Gold State Coach might cause a few queasy moments for its passengers with its pitching and rolling, but the same cannot be said for the Diamond Jubilee State Coach, made in 2014. Though the carriage is modern, it is infused with history; incorporated into its fabric is timber from the Tower of London and fragments from Henry VIII's favourite ship, the Mary Rose .

The wooden crown on top of the coach incorporates a fragment of wood from Admiral Nelson's flagship the HMS Victory. But that's not all; the carriage also includes pieces of wood from the Antarctic base camps used by Captain Robert Falcon Scott and by Sir Ernest Shackleton.

Other historical items built into the coach's fabric include a musket ball from the Battle of Waterloo and a piece of Florence Nightingale's dress. The Diamond Jubilee State Coach is a mobile piece of British history.

The Diamond Jubilee State Coach

Scottish State Coach

This coach was built sometime around 1830 and was purchased by Queen Mary in 1930. It was converted into the Scottish State Coach in 1968. The Order of the Thistle insignia was painted on the coach panels along with the royal arms of Scotland. On the roof is a fibreglass replica of the Crown of Scotland. Elizabeth II used the coach while attending the General assembly of the Church of Scotland in Edinburgh in both 1969 and 2002.

The coach is occasionally used for state processions in London. It also featured in Elizabeth II's 90th birthday celebrations at Windsor Castle and at the Royal Edinburgh Tattoo in 2016.

The Scottish State Coach

Glass Coach

This coach was purchased for the coronation of King George V in 1911. Its unusual name comes from the fact that glass is used in all the bodywork panels except for the rear. It has been used for several royal weddings, usually to carry the bride to the ceremony. The exterior panels depict the royal arms flanked by symbols of the Order of the Garter. The interior is lined with blue satin.

This ornately decorated coach transported Lady Elizabeth Bowes Lyon to Westminster Abbey for her marriage to the Duke of York in 1923. The couple, of course, later took the throne as King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. The same coach was used to carry their daughter Princess Elizabeth (later Elizabeth II) to her wedding in 1947.

The Glass Coach is usually the second in the procession to the State Opening of Parliament, behind the monarch's carriage. For events during Elizabeth II's reign it has carried her ladies in waiting and her Master of the Horse.

The Glass Coach

Irish State Coach

This elegant coach was exhibited by John Hutton & sons of Dublin in the Great Industrial Exhibition of 1853. Hutton hoped to catch the attention of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. He succeeded, for the royal couple bought the coach. After Prince Albert's death, the Queen often used it in place of the Gold State Coach. When Victoria was named Empress of India in 1876 a frieze was added on top of the coach with the palm of India, the rose of England, the thistle of Scotland, and the shamrock of Ireland.

Sadly, the wooden body of the original carriage was destroyed by fire whilst being prepared for the coronation of George V in 1911. The body was rebuilt on its original chassis in just 16 weeks and was ready in time to take part in the coronation ceremony.

The Irish State Coach

Semi-State Landau

Think of the landau as the 19th-century equivalent of a convertible. The carriage could be used both in town and in the country, with the hoods up or down. Queen Victoria loved fresh air and often had the hoods down. There are several semi-state landaus, originally used by the royal family for informal occasions.

They were gilded and heavily decorated to take part in Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887 and were used in the Diamond Jubilee procession a decade later. The landaus are now used for a mix of ceremonial and official occasions. For example, all newly-appointed High Commissioners travel in a semi-state landau to present their credentials to the monarch.

The Semi-State Landau

Royal Motor Cars

The Royal Mews is not just home to royal carriages but also to a fleet of royal automobiles. One of the royal motor cars is a Rolls Royce Phantom IV, the most expensive car ever made by Rolls Royce. That said, Queen Elizabeth II's favourite car is a Bentley. Our tour guide told us that the Queen always likes to have a car blanket along, while Prince Philip wants to have a road atlas so he can follow the route.

The royal collection of motor cars includes three Rolls Royces, three Daimlers, and two Bentleys. There are also a pair of green stretch limousines by Jaguar used on informal public occasions. The oldest vehicle is the 1950 Rolls Royce Phantom IV. The cars are specially made so they can easily run at three miles per hour for long periods - useful for public processions. They have special Perspex roofs so that the public can more easily see the royal passengers. The two Bentleys have been made to use bio-fuels.

When a monarch uses one of the cars a special ornament of St George killing a dragon is fixed to the bonnet and a Royal Standard is flown from the car roof.

Did You Know?

All royal motor cars are painted maroon and black.

One of the royal Bentleys

Father Christmas' Sleigh

The reigning monarch is not the only person allowed to use Windsor Greys; so is Father Christmas! Part of the Royal Mews collection is a small horse-drawn sleigh used by the Jolly Old Elf himself to distribute Christmas gifts to the children who live in the Royal Mews. As you might expect, the sleigh is decorated with tinsel and holiday bells.

The Royal Mews is much more than a stable and storage area for state carriages; it is a small community based around an open courtyard. Families who work in the Mews live in flats on several sides of the courtyard while the other sides have the horse stables, exercise area, and storage garages for motor cars and carriages. There are tack rooms and repair shops built into the ranges that run around the courtyard.

You can explore the carriages and motor cars by yourself, but we highly recommend taking one of the guided tours. Our guide was very entertaining and told us not only about each of the carriages and cars but also about the history of the Royal Mews and what it was like for the people who lived and worked in this wonderful historical setting.

Father Christmas' Sleigh

Getting There

The Royal Mews is on Buckingham Palace Road, about five minutes walk from the front facade of Buckingham Palace. Facing the front of the Palace turn left and walk to the corner of Buckingham Gate. Turn right, and walk along the south face of the Palace, past the entrance to Queen's Gallery , and carry on down Buckingham Palace Road until you come to the Royal Mews entrance on your right. The closest underground station is Victoria, while St James is just a bit further away.

Note that you can get joint tickets for the Royal Mews and the Queen's Gallery and that tickets are good for one year. Please be aware that since the Royal Mews is part of a working royal palace, closures can sometimes happen at short notice.

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Visit the royal mews to see the historic carriages.

With the coronation just weeks away, now is an ideal time to visit the Royal Mews to see the historic horses and carriages that will be in the world’s spotlight in May

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You’ll hear the unmistakable sounds of horses’ hooves clip-clopping down The Mall this spring as The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace gets preparations underway for the coronation of King Charles in May. This living piece of royal history, built in 1825, is responsible for all the royals’ road travel arrangements, from carriages to cars. It has recently reopened to the public for spring (Thu-Mon), so you can look around these magnificent working stables and admire the steady and reliable horses: white Windsor Greys, which transport the royals around in style, and the brown Cleveland Bays, used to pick up high commissioners and ambassadors.

What to expect

Inside the Mews, there’s a replica Semi-State Landau, a grand royal carriage that was very popular with Queen Victoria for ceremonial occasions. You can climb up and sit inside it, so take a selfie of yourself practising a regal wave. You can also see the spectacular Gold State Coach, used at the late Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953 and again at her Platinum Jubilee pageant last year when a hologram was used to depict the young sovereign on her historic procession more than 70 years ago. Pride of place at every coronation since 1821, this four-tonne gilded carriage has an opulent interior lined and upholstered with satin and velvet (though apparently a hot water bottle was laid on its seat to keep Queen Elizabeth warm on the chilly coronation day). The exterior is equally exquisite with painted panels of Roman gods and goddesses, three gilded cherubs on the roof representing England, Scotland and Ireland, and huge Tritons towering above the wheels. You’ll be stunned to see how huge the carriage is up close – no wonder it needs eight horses to pull it.

Small is beautiful here, too, and little ones will particularly love the miniature carriages, which were built to be pulled by ponies, dogs, sheep and even goats. You can see the cute donkey-drawn barouche, which was given as a Christmas present to Queen Victoria’s children in 1846. The scaled-down carriage proved to be a firm favourite with the young royals – Victoria and Albert had 10 children alone – and was clambered all over by the royal family’s youngsters for at least three generations. It’s been depicted in old photographs at Windsor Castle and Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, but you can now see the dinky carriage in the Mews. Petrolheads, meanwhile, will drool over a rather more sophisticated vehicle, the 1977 custom-made Rolls-Royce Phantom VI, which drove Kate Middleton and her proud father Michael to Westminster Abbey on her wedding day to Prince William. More recently it was used by Charles when he arrived at Buckingham Palace for the first time as our new King. A moment that will be immortalised in history books.

Guided tours

For an insider’s take on the Royal Mews, join a 45-minute guided tour where a warden will bring its history to life, regaling you with behind-the-scenes tales of royal and state occasions. Children won’t get bored here either, as young equestrians can practice tacking up a wooden pony in the State Stables and dress up as a footman in specially created livery. Look out for a free family multimedia tour guided by ‘two horses and a corgi’, which is full of fun facts and videos and aimed at kids aged between seven and 11 years old (Sat-Sun; 11.30am & 1.30pm).

For under-fives, the Little Trekkers activity trail will keep infants occupied exploring the Mews. There are regular arts and craft activities too at Hooves and Horses workshops in the Livery Room (usually every month; 11am-3pm). Finally, the Mews’ Easter Trail (8-10 Apr) includes free coronation-inspired arts and crafts and a lot of chocolate, we’re sure.  Do check the website in advance though for any one-off closures, as the Mews is a working royal stables and will be busy putting everything in place for Charles and Camilla’s big day.

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Address: The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace, SW1W 1QH

Nearest station:  London Victoria

Opening times:  10am-5pm, last admission 4pm (to 30 October 2023). The Royal Mews is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Please check online for planned closures.

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  • Admission to the Royal Mews and the State Rooms at Buckingham Palace
  • Inspect the State Vehicles, including Horse Drawn Carriages and Luxury Cars
  • Explore the 19 State Rooms used by Her Majesty for Ceremonial and Official Occasions 
  • Visit the Picture Gallery, Garden, Ballroom, and Throne Room
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Buckingham Palace opens to the public again this summer  and this tour is a great way of experiencing this majestic building and exploring the Royal Mews.

Visit His Majesty The King’s official London residence and see two fascinating parts of Buckingham Palace. First, walk around the Royal Mews before entering the State Rooms and exploring the exquisite and historical rooms containing precious pieces from The Royal Collection.

Begin with a look around the amazing Royal Mews, where you will see iconic vehicles are used for State visits, the State Opening of Parliament, official engagements, and, of course, coronations and royal weddings. Get up-close to the Gold State Coach which has been used for every coronation since George IV. The newest addition to the fleet is the Diamond Jubilee State Coach, a beautiful vehicle made especially for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012. The vehicle combines classic style and craftsmanship with more modern technologies – an extraordinary example of modern tradition.

State Rooms of Buckingham Palace

Each summer when the Palace is not being used in its official capacity, visitors can enjoy the 19 magnificent State Rooms that provide the setting for ceremonial occasions and official entertaining by members of the Royal Family. The rooms are furnished with many of the greatest treasures from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rembrandt, Rubens, and Van Dyck, sculptures by Canova, exquisite examples of Sèvres porcelain, and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world.

Visitors to the Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace will see the White Drawing Room, perhaps the most beautiful of all the State Rooms with its spectacular crystal chandelier, the Music Room, where guests are presented on the occasion of a State Visit, and the Throne Room, which was most recently the setting for the official portraits from the Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen.

Following a visit, the Palace's Garden Café offers the perfect location to enjoy a selection of light refreshments while taking in panoramic views of the lake across the lawn, before visiting the Garden Shop.

Coronation Display at The State Rooms, Buckingham Palace

14 July – 24 September 2023

The special Coronation display is part of a visit to the Summer Opening of the State Rooms, which this year celebrates its 30th anniversary since the Palace first opened to the public in 1993. Staged in the Ballroom, which was used by Their Majesties as a Coronation rehearsal space, the special display has at its center the outfits, jewelry, and insignia worn by The King and Queen when they appeared on the Buckingham Palace balcony following the Coronation Service. Shown alongside these are some of the historic vestments worn by The King as he was crowned, as well as the Anointing Screen, Throne Chairs, and designs for the Coronation invitation. Visitors will see the Diamond Jubilee State Coach in the Palace's State Entrance portico, which conveyed Their Majesties to the Coronation and is usually located in the Royal Mews.

Often called the ‘walled oasis in the middle of London', the gardens of Buckingham Palace are a true sight to behold. Home to 30 different species of bird and over 350 different wildflowers, there is plenty to see and enjoy. Visitors finish their tour with a walk along the south side of the garden, taking in views of the famous lake and the west front of the palace.

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  • Your ticket is only valid for the date and time booked, you will not be allowed to use them for a different date or time. 
  • Royal Mews and Buckingham Place Tickets: Please exchange your voucher for tickets at the Royal Mews Ticket Office where some queuing time should be expected.
  • Your scheduled entry to Buckingham Place is one hour after your access to Royal Mews. 
  • For safety reasons, pushchairs are not permitted in the State Rooms. They must be checked in and reclaimed at the exit. Baby carriers are available for loan. 
  • A one-way system operates along the entire visitor route for safety reasons. 
  • The use of mobile phones is permitted in the Palace Garden. Mobile phones must be switched off elsewhere on the visitor route. 
  • Photography is not permitted inside Buckingham Palace. 
  • Tickets purchased from Golden Tours cannot be converted into a 1-Year Pass. 
  • Audio tours are included in the admission price and are available in the following languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, and Brazilian Portuguese.
  • Cancellation Policy:  Your tickets can be cancelled free of charge up to 72 hours before the tour date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 72 hours. 

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The Royal Mews, Buckingham Palace - Royal Collection Trust / © His Majesty King Charles III 2022

The Royal Mews The Royal Mews is one of the finest working stables anywhere in the world and home to the royal collection of historic coaches and carriages, and the Windsor Greys and Cleveland Bays, the horses that pull the carriages. To this day, the stables are still responsible for all road travel  arrangements for His Majesty The King and other members of the Royal Family. The Royal Mews has been the location of the sovereign’s road transport since 1760 when George III moved his carriage collection closer to his new home at Buckingham Palace – since then it has been updated by several monarchs in keeping with their changing transport needs. Among the historic coaches and carriages on display are the spectacular Diamond Jubilee State Coach, and the Australian State Coach, which was given to Queen Elizabeth II as a gift from the Australian people, and even includes central heating!  The most dazzling of all is the Gold State Coach, which has been used at every coronation since that of George IV in 1821, and which played a starring role in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June 2022.  Families visiting the Royal Mews will love posing for a photo while sitting in a replica of Queen Victoria's Semi-State Landau carriage, dressing up as a footman in specially created livery, or even learning how to harness a horse! As well as a complimentary multimedia guide for every visitor, the Royal Mews offers regular guided tours where visitors can learn the history of the Mews and its association with the British monarchy.

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As someone who lived in this captivating English city for six years, I have first-hand knowledge of the biggest tourist traps to avoid when traveling to London. Plus, I can offer more impressive (and often less costly) destinations to visit instead. Don't want to take my word for it? No problem. I combined my first-hand knowledge with reviews and suggestions from other locals to create this list.

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Skip Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours And Ride A London Bus

While hop-on hop-off bus tours can be a convenient way to explore a big city, they often come with a hefty price tag. If the tour is based in London, you can expect to pay over $50 per adult for a one-day pass. Instead, board a London bus, which will cost less than $7 for a day of travel. Bus fare for one ride is about $2 and the daily cap is under $7. To pay for their ride, visitors must use a contactless card or an Oyster Card, the visitor's version of which can be purchased online and mailed to your home before you leave.

Double-decker London buses offer spectacular city views, with many routes passing right by London's landmark attractions. One of our faves is the historic Routemaster Bus 15, which we suggest boarding at the Tower of London. Hop on at Great Tower Street (Stop TT) and ride west to Charing Cross Station. Be sure to sit up top for the best views along this heritage route -– you can't miss St. Paul's Cathedral and Trafalgar Square. 

Bus 24 is another great option for sightseers. Hop on at Victoria Station and ride it to Camden High Street. Along the way, you'll pass Westminster Abbey, the Horse Guard's Parade, Trafalgar Square, and Downing Street. Grab a bite at Camden Market when you disembark or stay on until you reach Hampstead Heath where you can catch unbeatable views of the city.

Skip Madame Tussauds And Visit Buckingham Palace

It may tout itself as a top London attraction, but Madame Tussauds would be more honest if they said they were the top rip-off site. Booking in advance will save some money -- the standard online rate for an adult begins at just over $47 versus the walk-up price, which begins at almost $60. But that's still a lot of quid to dish out for wandering around an overcrowded and noisy space filled with okay-ish wax replicas of A- and B-list celebs. Yes, it's fun to take photos with the royal family and fool friends into thinking you met them IRL, but is it worth it? We don't think so.

Instead, we suggest visiting Buckingham Palace for a potential King Charles III sighting. Realistically, you probably won't spy a royal outside the palace, but at least you'll see a historic monument up close. Celebrities more your thing? Book a reservation at one of the city's most popular restaurants. Chiltern Firehouse has hosted acting greats Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper as well as soccer superstar David Beckham. 34 Mayfair is another good bet for great food and celeb spotting. Imelda Staunton and royal family members have all eaten here.

Skip Changing Of The Guard And Visit The Queen's Gallery

While you should add Buckingham Palace to your list of must-see London tourist attractions, you may want to avoid a visit during the Changing of the Guard. This formal ceremony marks the change between the old guard (on-duty soldiers) and new guard (soldiers taking over duty) for the royal palaces. Marching with a band from Wellington Barracks to the Palace, the new guard will arrive at the palace at about 10:45 a.m. A well-known event, this is a big tourist draw, which means you can expect hefty crowds queuing up an hour or more in advance, as well as pickpockets who arrive to take advantage of the chaotic atmosphere. This tourist trap, which takes place every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, is one you'll be happy to miss. Sadly, watching this famed ceremony these days feels more like witnessing an overhyped marching band than it does an esteemed historic ritual.

Instead, ditch the crowds and glimpse art from the Royal Collection in the Queen's Gallery or visit the Royal Mews , where you can see the royal stables and the 260-year-old Gold State Coach used at King Charles III's Coronation. The Mews are open Thursday through Monday from early March to early November. Neighboring St. James Park is another interesting place to visit. One of London's famed Royal Parks, it is bordered by three palaces and boasts a fabulous view of Buckingham Palace in particular.

Skip Platform 9 ¾ At King's Cross Station And Visit Warner Brothers Studio Tour London

If you're traveling with a Harry Potter-obsessed kid, you may want to visit Platform 9 ¾ at King's Cross Station. But if you're alone, or with other adults who couldn't care less, we advise you to skip this overrated tourist trap. If you're already planning to be in King's Cross Station and have time to scope out this attraction, that's one thing; but if you're traveling there with the sole purpose of visiting this site, think twice. 

Set between platforms 9 and 10 (obvs) this point of interest includes nothing but a brick wall denoted with a sign. Stuck into the wall is part of a trolley loaded with fake suitcases and an empty owl cage. Those hoping for a quick photo and to score some Potter swag will be pleased;  the Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 ¾ is open daily, even on bank holidays, and it sells everything from wands to clothes to makeup. 

For those who'd rather have an unforgettable and truly magical Harry Potter experience, though, head to Warner Brothers Studio Tour London -- The Making of Harry Potter in nearby Leavesden. Instead of merely looking at a wall, visitors can board the Hogwarts Express, "fly" on a broomstick, walk through the Great Hall, and explore the Forbidden Forest. Step foot in Diagon Alley, try a Butterbeer, or check out some of the film's famous props and costumes. You won't be sorry you visited.

Skip London Dungeon And Visit The Tower Of London

No matter how much the kids beg you to visit the London Dungeon, stay strong and just say "no." This kitschy tourist trap is a waste of your hard-earned money (tickets start at over $37 for adults) and it's so hokey you'll roll your eyes more times than you can count on both hands. This pitiful attraction is peppered with costume-clad actors who like to scream and cackle and its two rides (the Drop Dead: Drop Ride and the Tyrant Boat Ride) will make you wish you were at Walt Disney World; even "It's a Small World" would be more enjoyable. An escape room has also been added to increase the venue's income stream –- it costs $153 for a private game for six people.

Want a historic experience with a side of chills? Head to the Tower of London instead. There, you can tour the Torture at the Tower Exhibition, where you can get up close and personal with the stretching machine (a.k.a. the rack) and other ancient torture devices in the Lower Wakefield Tower. The Bloody Tower is another point of interest you won't want to miss. The most infamous prison on the grounds, this is where you'll learn about the alleged murder of two young princes -– Edward V and his little brother Richard –- by their uncle, Richard III.

Skip The London Bridge Experience And Visit Churchill War Rooms

Looking for a good spooking? Do yourself a favor and skip The London Bridge Experience. A tourist trap designed to bring the city's macabre history to life with the help of actors with a penchant for jump scares, you can expect to meet zombie-like versions of ghastly heavyweights Jack the Ripper and William Wallace during your visit. Tickets cost about $37 for the experience, which takes anywhere between 35 and 50 minutes. That means you could be spending more than $1 a minute. Entry fees also include a trip to the London Tombs, deemed the U.K.'s "best scare attraction," according to their site . Zombified dentists, doctors, and creepy clowns await visitors in the lower vaults of this venue, ready to pounce and scream in your face.

Instead, we suggest visiting the Churchill War Rooms. Also located underground, this fascinating historic facility is part of the Imperial War Museums. Located in the basement of Whitehall, this once-secret complex was used by former Prime Minister Winston Churchill, top government ministers, and military planners to conduct meetings and develop plans during the country's war effort during World War II. Known as the Cabinet War Rooms, this clandestine spot was used daily during the war, until August 16, 1945. Or experience that stomach drop feeling by walking the glass floors at Tower Bridge. Set nearly 138 feet above the Thames, the views are both terrifying and impressive. Tickets cost under $16 per adult. 

Skip The Sherlock Holmes Museum And Visit The Sherlock Holmes Pub

We don't recommend visiting the Sherlock Holmes Museum unless you have a detective-obsessed kid who doesn't realize that the famed character is fictional. Set inside a Georgian townhouse at 221B Baker Street in Marylebone, this four-story museum has been open since 1990. Inside lie antique furnishings mentioned in the books and pretty creepy-looking mannequins. Tickets cost over $21 which isn't exorbitant, especially for London, but considering you won't be there long (the museum's quite small), this seems a bit of a waste.

Instead, head to The Sherlock Holmes  in St James. Self-described as a "Victorian-themed public house," this watering hole features a recreated version of the famed fictional detective's apartment upstairs. The entire pub is dotted with references to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's beloved books, making it easy to feel as if you're within the pages. Plus, there's a beer garden –- the museum certainly doesn't have one of those.

Skip The SEA Life London Aquarium And Visit The London Zoo

You'll find everything you'd expect to see at the SEA Life London Aquarium. From penguins to sharks to turtles, they're all there. And as far as aquariums go, this is a pretty good one. But when you're in one of the world's greatest cities that lies on the banks of a river, not an ocean, there are plenty of better things to see. Standard tickets to the Sea Life London Aquarium cost $24 online or $51 at the door. Again, that's pretty on par for London attractions, however, it's a steep price to pay for a tourist trap. 

Instead, visit London Zoo in Regent's Park. The oldest scientific zoo in the world, this family-friendly attraction was opened in 1828 for fellows of the Zoological Society of London. In 1847, the public was invited to visit. Today, the zoo is home to 14,0000 animals including a giant, 425-pound silverback gorilla, Sumatran tigers, and Linne's two-toed sloths. While tickets aren't cheap (an adult will cost about $40 to visit on a weekday), it's easy to spend a whole day here. Or, if you aren't willing to part with that much cash, visit the smaller, and lesser-known, Battersea Park Children's Zoo . Adult tickets are more reasonably priced, at $16. There are over 100 animals at this little zoo, including wallabies, meerkats, otters, and lemurs, and plenty of opportunities to interact with animals like coatis, donkeys, and goats.

Skip The Shard And Visit Level 10 At The Tate Modern

There's no denying that The Shard is impressive. In fact, it's one of the most spectacular buildings in the world . The viewing platform was opened by the queen on February 1, 2013, with the main restaurants (Aqua, Oblix, and Hutong) following suit that summer. Set across the Thames from another bucket-list-worthy London building, the Gherkin, this engineering masterpiece towers 1,016 feet above the city and boasts 11,000 glass panels. 

Dubbed a "vertical city," there's plenty to do inside, like spend serious coin on a meal with a view, or zip up one of the 44 elevators to the viewing platform. That 360-degree view will cost you, though -- about $36, or more if you add a glass of champagne. And if you visit on a day that's rainy or misty (honestly, London is often both of those things), you're basically paying for a ride in a lift.

Instead, head to Level 10 at Tate Modern, where you can enjoy a drink or snack (including sandwiches and salads) while ogling the impressive view of the Thames, St. Paul's Cathedral, the BT Tower, and Blackfriar's Bridge. You won't have to pay a thing unless you choose to grab a bite or a warm cuppa. The Skygarden at 20 Fenchurch Street is another must-visit for a free skyline vista. The highest public garden in London, this leafy space is as stunning as its views are remarkable.

Skip The London Eye And Visit Hamstead Heath

We are well aware that some of you will disagree with this addition to our list of tourist traps to avoid when traveling to London, but hear us out. Yes, the London Eye is iconic. Yes, it offers fantastic views of the city. And yes, it's deemed a top London attraction you won't want to miss . That said, visiting this popular landmark can cause more headaches than enjoyment. First created as a temporary point of interest, this 443-foot-tall, "cantilevered observation wheel" is the largest of its kind in the world, according to its website . And if you catch a ride on one of its 32 pods on a sunny day, you can see up to 25 miles in all directions. The problem is that thousands of others have the same idea, which means you could stand in line for more than two hours on a particularly busy day. Standard tickets start at over $32 online or more than $57 for a walk-up.

Instead, visit Hampstead Heath for a unique city view you probably never knew existed. Parliament Hill stands over 321 feet tall, making it one of the highest natural points in the city. If the weather is ideal, you can see to the Gherkin, St. Paul's Cathedral, and the Houses of Parliament. Speaking of the Gherkin, it's another great spot to enjoy unparalleled views. Grab a drink and snack at Iris Bar at Searcys at the Gherkin , then relax with a side order of stunning vistas.

Skip Harrods And Visit Peter Jones And Liberty

Harrods is to London as the Colosseum is to Rome -– a historic icon that's become synonymous with the city. The world's most famous luxury department store, this Knightsbridge institution is impossible to miss -– it's eight floors tall and an entire block long, not to mention over one million square feet in size. Inside, you'll find 20 restaurants, a beauty salon, a bank, and 300 separate departments selling over 5,000 brands. You'll also see price tags so high you might suffer sticker shock. Due to its notoriety, Harrods is often packed with tourists, making it difficult to enjoy the plush interior.

If you're hoping to shop during your London holiday, there are plenty of excellent places to visit instead. Sloane Square is home to the Peter Jones & Partners department store. Owned by John Lewis, this vast shop is filled with enough enticing merchandise that you'll find it tough to leave empty-handed. Grab a bite at The Top Floor Restaurant (on the 6 th floor) for captivating views of Chelsea and beyond.

Liberty is another recognizable landmark located on Regent Street. A heritage-listed building; this stunning Tudor-style store is as beautiful outside as it is indoors. Built between 1922 and 1924, it is worth a visit, if only to admire the impressive architectural features (the price tags here are also quite shocking).

Our Ranking Methodology

Having lived in London for six years with two young children, I visited pretty much every tourist attraction the city has. From renowned points of interest like the Tower of London to remarkable museums, I've seen the top sightseeing destinations multiple times, including many kitschy tourist traps I wish I'd skipped. To create this list, I used my experiences at these attractions to determine which locales are tourist traps that should be avoided and I included alternatives that are more than worthy of your time and money. I also consulted reviews from other locals and travelers, as well as their tips, to ensure the list is solid.

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Kensington Palace Shares an Update on Kate Middleton as Prince William Misses Memorial Service

The Princess of Wales has not been seen publicly since having abdominal surgery on January 16.

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Since Kate Middleton returned home to Windsor to recover from abdominal surgery, Prince William has carried out select public engagements while also focusing on his family. However, today the Prince was unexpectedly forced to pull out of a planned appearance at a Thanksgiving Service, with the Palace citing a personal matter as the reason.

Given the concern over Kate and the likelihood of speculation that this could have something to do with her recovery, a Palace aide added that she “continues to be doing well.” The Princess has not been seen publicly since her surgery , which took place at the London Clinic on January 16. Her last public appearance was on Christmas Day last year when the royal family walked to church from Sandringham House.

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Kensington Palace has made it clear that they do not intend to give regular updates on her recovery. They said when her surgery was announced, the day after it took place, that she was unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter. Kate has chosen not to make her condition public, with the Palace saying ,"She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible; and her wish that her personal medical information remains private.”

The news came at the same time as King Charles was forced to pull out of public engagements due to being treated for an undisclosed form of cancer. Queen Camilla has continued with a busy program. Prince William has carried out some engagements, including investitures, but he has modified his timetable to support his young family. His last appearance was at the BAFTAs on Sunday evening .

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Town & Country Contributing Editor Victoria Murphy has reported on the British Royal Family since 2010. She has interviewed Prince Harry and has travelled the world covering several royal tours. She is a frequent contributor to Good Morning America. Victoria authored Town & Country book The Queen: A Life in Pictures , released in 2021. 

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