Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and is one of the few remaining working royal palaces in the world. Not only is the majestic building the Queen's residence but it is also the administrative headquarters of the British Monarchy and is used for most official receptions. Visitors can line up outside the palace to watch the daily Changing of the Guard at 11 am in summer (three to four times per week in winter) and you should not miss the chance to join a tour of the opulent State Rooms where you will walk in the footsteps of countless world leaders who have had the privilege of dining with His Majesty. The tour includes viewing several most impressive State Rooms, seeing priceless artworks and antiques, and a brief tour of the palace gardens. You can learn about special exhibitions and book your tour on the website.

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