Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace has served as the Monarch's permanent London residence, since the accession of Queen Victoria in 1837.

Built on the site of a notorious brothel, its days began in 1702, as the Duke of Buckingham's city residence. Later it was sold by the Duke's son, to George III in 1762.

Whilst the Queen is in residence the palace is closed to the public. During the two months that Her Majesty is not at home, the doors to the Palace are open to the general public. Tickets must be purchased in advance for a guided tour, through 18 of the 661 rooms.

For more information about Buckingham Palace, visit http://www.royal.gov.uk/