Windsor Castle, England
- The palace was founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century and has since been the home of 39 monarchs. The Queen spends most of her private weekends here.
Buckingham Palace, England
- The late Queen's official London residence is a working royal palace. Visit the State Rooms, which are open for 10 weeks each summer and on selected dates during winter and spring.
Buckingham Palace, England
- The Royal Mews are also open to the public for much of the year. They are home to historic royal carriages and are working stables.
Buckingham Palace, England
- You can also visit the King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace. This former site of a chapel was redeveloped as a gallery for the Royal Collection in 1962. It is advised to buy tickets in advance for all Buckingham Palace attractions.
Balmoral Castle, Scotland
- Balmoral Castle has been the Scottish home of the royal family since it was purchased for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert in 1852.
Kensington Palace, England
- London's Kensington Palace is the official residence of many members of the royal family, including the Prince and Princess of Wales and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Kensington Palace, England
- There are a number of attractions for visitors within the palace grounds. Take a walking tour and discover the diverse history and development of the gardens.
Kensington Palace, England
- The free garden tours include the iconic statue of Queen Victoria, the Golden Gates, and the enchanting Sunken Garden, which takes inspiration from the dresses of Diana, Princess of Wales.
Palace of Holyroodhouse, Scotland
- The building is open to the public throughout the year and is easily accessible, as it stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile.
Kew Palace, England
- Kew Gardens are a hugely popular attraction, but the grounds also contain a royal palace. Kew Palace is the smallest of all the royal palaces. It was originally built as a mansion for a wealthy London silk merchant in 1631.
Kew Palace, England
- The building was used to hold a dinner hosted by the Prince of Wales to celebrate the 80th birthday of Queen Elizabeth II in 2006.
Kew Palace, England
- Originally a large complex, the main surviving building is known as the Dutch House. The Grade I listed house is open to visitors.
The Tower of London, England
- It is one of the country's most popular tourist attractions and provides a fascinating insight into British history. With a number of attractions and tours and a convenient location, it is a great family day out.
