Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace Entry Tickets London

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Duration1 hour
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Meeting pointThe Royal Mews ticket office and visitor entrance on Buckingham Palace Road

Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace Entry Tickets London

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Overview

This entry ticket opens the Royal Mews, the working stables and carriage house beside Buckingham Palace. You explore at your own pace with a multimedia tour, seeing the Gold State Coach, the Diamond Jubilee State Coach and the state cars, then the stables where the royal horses live and train. It is a self-guided ticket with a set date, ideal for couples, families, history lovers and anyone adding a royal stop to a day around Victoria and Westminster.

Highlights

Entry to the Royal Mews on the date you choose, with a multimedia tour included
The Gold State Coach, used at coronations for two centuries
The Diamond Jubilee State Coach, with its modern comforts and hidden historic fragments
Working stables with the Windsor Greys and Cleveland Bays that pull the royal carriages
The Irish and Australian State Coaches and the royal motor cars
Photography for personal use is welcomed, so bring a camera
A short walk from Victoria Station, easy to combine with Buckingham Palace and St James's Park

Full Description

The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace

The Royal Mews is the department that looks after all road travel for the King and the Royal Family, and it is one of the finest working stables in the world. The word mews comes from the royal hawks that were once kept and moulted near Charing Cross; horses replaced them in the sixteenth century, and the present buildings were designed by John Nash in the 1820s.

If you are asking whether the Royal Mews is worth visiting, the answer is yes for anyone curious about how royal ceremonies really work. Your Royal Mews tickets cover the coach house, the stables and the motor garage, and the multimedia tour explains each highlight as you walk through at your own speed.

The Gold State Coach and the state carriages

The Gold State Coach is the star of any Royal Mews tour. Built for George III in 1762, it is covered in gilding, weighs around four tonnes and needs eight horses to move it at a walking pace. It has been used at coronations since the early nineteenth century, most recently for King Charles III in 2023.

Beside it stand the Diamond Jubilee State Coach, built in Australia with electric windows and heating yet fitted with pieces of historic wood and metal, and the Australian State Coach, a gift to mark a national anniversary. The Irish State Coach, bought by Queen Victoria in 1852, has carried monarchs to the State Opening of Parliament.

The royal horses and working stables

The stables are the living heart of the Mews. Grey Windsor horses and dark Cleveland Bays are trained here for ceremonial duties, and you may see grooms preparing tack, exercising horses or cleaning the carriages, because this is a working yard first and a visitor attraction second.

Spend time reading the boards about how the horses are chosen, trained to stay calm beside crowds and bands, and cared for after a long parade. The livery and harness rooms show the gold braid and polished leather that you see on television during state visits and royal weddings.

Royal Mews opening days, security and how to get there

Royal Mews opening days change through the year, so pick your date in the booking panel, where only available days are shown. Allow around an hour for the visit. Everyone passes an airport-style security check, and large bags cannot be brought in because there is no cloakroom.

Wondering how to get to the Royal Mews? The entrance is on Buckingham Palace Road, a short walk from Victoria Station and the coach station, and about ten minutes from St James's Park, Green Park and Hyde Park Corner stations. It pairs well with a stroll through the park to the palace gates.

Itinerary

Arrival and security checkArrive at your chosen time on Buckingham Palace Road and pass a quick airport-style bag check; allow 10 to 15 minutes.
Multimedia tour beginsCollect your guide and follow the numbered stops through the coach house at your own pace.
State coaches and carriagesSee the Gold State Coach, Diamond Jubilee State Coach, Irish and Australian State Coaches; about 30 minutes.
Stables and horsesWalk through the working stables to see the Windsor Greys or Cleveland Bays and the harness rooms; about 20 minutes.
Motor cars and shopLook at the royal state cars, then finish at the gift shop before leaving.

What's included

Entry ticket to the Royal Mews
Multimedia tour in 9 languages
Small groups (limited to 10 participants)

Not included

Transfers
Upgrade to the 1-Year Pass

Is this right for you?

Great for

Families with children — a child price for ages 5–17
History and culture lovers
A short visit — about 1 hour

Not suitable for

Visitors who need to bring luggage or large bags, as there is no cloakroom
Anyone unable to pass a security screening
Guests who want a live guide, as this is a self-guided multimedia visit

Meeting point

There is no group meeting point. Go to the Royal Mews entrance on Buckingham Palace Road, a short walk from Victoria Station, at the date and time you chose when booking, with your e-ticket ready on your phone. Please arrive a little early so that the security check does not eat into your visit.

Important information

Bring your e-ticket on a phone or printed; it is valid for the date chosen at booking.
Travel light: large bags, luggage and sharp objects are not allowed and there is no cloakroom.
Everyone is screened on arrival, so allow extra minutes at busy times.
Photography and filming for personal use are welcomed; please be considerate of other visitors when using phones.
Opening days and times change during the year and around royal events, so check availability in the booking panel.
Wear comfortable shoes; parts of the visit are on cobbles and outdoors.
Concessions for disabled visitors and companion tickets are arranged directly with the venue.

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.

How much does the Royal Mews ticket cost?

The price depends on the visitor category and the date you choose. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, adult and child, before you pay.

What is included in the Royal Mews ticket?

Your ticket includes entry to the Royal Mews on your chosen date and a multimedia tour. Food, drinks and transport to the venue are not included.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. This is an entry ticket, not a pickup tour. You make your own way to the entrance on Buckingham Palace Road, which is easy from Victoria Station.

How long does a visit to the Royal Mews take?

Most visitors spend about an hour, and longer if they enjoy reading every display or photographing the coaches and horses.

Is the Royal Mews suitable for children?

Yes. Children usually enjoy the golden coaches and the horses, and the visit is short enough for younger visitors. Children need to stay with an adult throughout.

What should I wear or bring?

Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather, as some areas are outdoors. Bring your e-ticket and a small bag only, because large bags are not allowed.

Can I book for today or tomorrow?

Yes, if the date you want shows as available in the booking panel. Choose your date, add your travellers and confirm; your ticket arrives by email.

What is the difference between the options?

This page offers one option, the Royal Mews entry ticket with a multimedia tour, so there is nothing to compare. Just choose the date and the number of travellers.

Can I see the Gold State Coach at the Royal Mews?

Yes, the Gold State Coach is normally on display in the coach house. It occasionally leaves for ceremonial use, so the venue can move exhibits at short notice.

How do I get to the Royal Mews from Victoria Station?

Walk along Buckingham Palace Road for a few minutes; the Royal Mews entrance is on the same road, close to the palace's south side.