The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
See changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection, featuring old master paintings, rare furniture, decorative arts and images from the vast photograph collection.
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Prices
| The Queen's Gallery | |
|---|---|
| Adult | £17.00 |
| Young Person (18-24) | £11.00 |
| Child (5-17) | £9.00 |
| Disabled | £9.00 |
| Under 5 | Free |
| Groups (15 people or more) | View group prices |
| Book tickets |
Your ticket includes a multimedia tour.
Family Offer
Families visiting The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace can save up to £13.00 when booking with us direct.
The family discount is automatically applied at checkout to bookings of at least 1 adult and 2 children, up to 2 Adults and 4 children.
Enjoy free re-admission for a year by asking us to treat your ticket purchase as a donation.
At the end of your visit, ask a Warden to stamp your ticket to convert it into a 1- Year Pass.
Find out more.
Opening times
The Queen's Gallery is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
| Opening time | Last admission | Closing time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 16:15 | 17:30 |
Closures
- 6 May 2023 - Gallery closed
- 7 May 2023 - Last admission 14:45, Gallery will close at 16:00
The Queen's Gallery is part of a working royal palace so sometimes closures can happen at short notice. Any closure dates will be listed here.
Practical information
- You can visit The Queen's Gallery at your leisure using the complimentary multimedia guide, which lasts approximately 1 hour.
- You and your belongings may be subject to security checks. Read more about security & luggage.
- You can take photographs in the Gallery. Read about photography, filming & mobile phones.
- Eating and drinking are not allowed inside the Gallery.
- Toilets and baby-care facilities are available.
- The accessible toilet in The Queen’s Gallery is unavailable until mid-June 2023. An accessible toilet or Changing Space is available at the Royal Mews, a short distance away from The Gallery. Location map for the Royal Mews.
- The Queen’s Gallery lift is also unavailable until mid-June 2023. An alternative step-free route is available, please speak to one of our Wardens when you arrive.
- Pushchairs can be taken into the Gallery except at very busy times, when they will need to be left in the Undercroft on the ground floor and collected at the end of your visit. Read more about visiting with children.
Map & directions
The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, London, SW1A 1AABy train
London Victoria. Visit National Rail Enquiries for times and fares.
By underground
Victoria, Green Park, St. James's Park and Hyde Park Corner. For further information visit the Transport for London website.
By coach / bus
Bus numbers 11, 211, C1 and C10 stop on Buckingham Palace Road. Victoria Coach Station is a 10-minute walk from the Palace. For further information visit the Transport for London website.
Current exhibition
Explore the revolutionary life and style of the Georgians, from the practical dress of laundry maids to the glittering gowns worn at court.
Exhibition highlights
Thomas Gainsborough (1727-88)
Queen Charlotte (1744-1818)
BATMC I.09.1406 to 8
Court dress
William Hogarth (1697-1764)
David Garrick with his Wife Eva-Maria Veigel
Thomas Rowlandson (1757-1827)
New-Invented Elastic Breeches.
What's on
Shopping and eating
The Queen's Gallery shop
Our shop offers a wide range of exclusive gifts inspired by the royal palaces and the works of art in the Royal Collection.
Opening timesRefreshments
Eating and drinking are not permitted inside The Queen's Gallery, except for bottled water. You will be asked to place drinks and food in closed bags before being admitted. Food and drink are not available for purchase at the Gallery, but there are many cafés and restaurants in the local area.
Groups
Group prices
We offer a groups discount for bookings of 15 people or more.
Group bookings
It is essential to pre-book your group visit. Buy your tickets online or over the telephone.
Coach parking
There is no coach parking near The Queen's Gallery. Once your booking is confirmed we will advise the nearest set down location.
Guiding
Visitors can enjoy a free multimedia tour. Guiding isn't allowed inside the Gallery.
What's on for groups
Schools
Bring the curriculum to life with a visit to The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace. We offer a range of interactive workshops, tours, learning activities and resources for nursery, primary and secondary pupils. Our school visit information will help teachers and organisers plan their visit.
Access and mobility
The Queen's Gallery is accessible. Concessionary rates are available if you have a disability and a companion is admitted free of charge.
The accessible toilet in The Queen’s Gallery is unavailable until mid-June 2023. An accessible toilet or Changing Space is available at the Royal Mews, a short distance away from The Gallery. Location map for the Royal Mews.
The Queen’s Gallery lift is also unavailable until mid-June 2023. An alternative step-free route is available, please speak to one of our Wardens when you arrive.
Accessible seating is available.
Registered assistance dogs are welcome.
A number of Wardens are Dementia Friends, please ask staff for any assistance.
The Gallery comprises three large exhibition rooms and a number of smaller spaces. You may wish to download a photo journey (PDF) to help you plan your visit.
There is no café or parking on-site, but both are available nearby.
General information on visiting is available on our Practical Information page.
For detailed access information, please select one of the options below. For any other information, you can contact the Specialist Sales team on +44 (0)303 123 7324 or by emailing [email protected].
Access events
About the Gallery
News
Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians opens at The Queen's Gallery, Buckingham Palace
Friday, 21 April 2023
News
Revolutionary life and style of the Georgians to be explored in major new exhibition
Monday, 16 January 2023
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Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians
This exciting exhibition explores what the Georgians wore, from the practical dress of laundry maids to the glittering gowns worn at court. Discover what fashion can tell us about life in the 18th century and get up close to magnificent paintings, sparkling jewellery, and a range of accessories from snuff boxes to swords.
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