Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace, London · SW1A 1AA
Buckingham Palace serves as the official London residence of His Majesty The King and is renowned for its iconic facade, ceremonial traditions and beautiful State Rooms.
St. James's Palace
Marlborough Road · SW1A 1BQ
Nearby, St. James’s Palace remains the oldest royal palace still in use in London and continues to play an important role in royal ceremonies and official functions.
In summary
While Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Palace remain active royal residences today, London was once home to other royal palaces, including Whitehall Palace and the Palace of Westminster. Whitehall Palace was largely destroyed by fire in 1698, while the Palace of Westminster evolved into what is now known as the Houses of Parliament, no longer serving as a royal residence.
Discover more on a private London tour of the royal palaces with London Magical Tours.