The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace: Tickets
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The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace - Tickets and Information
- The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster, SW1A 1AA, London
- Opening Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday: Closed. All Other Days: 09:15 - 18:30
Is The King’s Gallery Worth Visiting
- The King’s Gallery is full of treasures of a different kind. A special place to visit, in our opinion.
What You See At The King’s Gallery
- Art
- Rare furniture
- Tapestries
- Photographs
- Other important items
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About The King’s Gallery
The King’s Gallery is an art gallery at Buckingham Palace in London. It was originally called 'The Queen's Gallery' after Queen Elizabeth II, and it was established in 1962 and dedicated to showing items from the Royal Collection, which is one of the largest and most important art collections in the world.
The gallery is on the site of a former private chapel in the grounds of the Buckingham Palace estate. The chapel was actually destroyed by a bomb in 1940, during World War II and they used the ruins of a chapel to help construct the gallery - out of bad comes good!
The Royal Collection includes:
- Paintings
- Fashion
- Jewellery
- Drawings
- Furniture
- Photographs
- Ceramics, and other decorative arts collected by British monarchs over the centuries.
The gallery rotates the exhibitions throughout the year by drawing from its vast archive collection and the exhibitions often focus on specific themes, periods, or artists, offering you the opportunity to explore different aspects of art and history.
The collection includes pieces by famous artists including Raphael, Michelangelo, Holbein & da Vinci.
Visiting the King's Gallery is a unique experience as it provides a chance to see rare works of art up close, many of which would not normally be on public display. Plus visiting the Buckingham Palace estate is also special!
As they rotate the exhibitions, it also means you can visit multiple times per year and enjoy seeing new exhibitions!
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The King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace FAQs
- Do I need to book tickets in advance for the King's Gallery in London?
- We always suggest booking tickets in advance if you know when you would like to visit, yes. The museum can get extremely busy, so booking in advance avoids disappointment.
- Does my King's Gallery ticket also include access to Buckingham Palace?
- No, the King's Gallery Ticket only gives you access to the gallery. If you would like to visit Buckingham Palace, see our range of tickets HERE!
- Is there a chance I will see members of the royal family on my visit to the King's Gallery?
- Although it is possible as you will be on the estate of Buckingham Palace, it is very unlikely I'm afraid!
- Is The King's Gallery wheelchair accessible?
- Yes, The King's Gallery is wheelchair accessible.
- What is The King's Gallery in London?
- The King's Gallery is an art gallery at Buckingham Palace which exhibits works from the Royal Collection on a rotating basis.
- Where is The King's Gallery in London?
- The King’s Gallery is on the Buckingham Palace estate in London.
- What type of art is displayed in The King's Gallery in London?
- The gallery features a diverse range of artworks which includes paintings, drawings, and decorative arts from the Royal Collection.
- How can I purchase tickets for The King's Gallery in London?
- Click HERE to see ticket options for the Kings Gallery in London
The Kings Gallery London Fun Facts
- Name Change: Following His Majesty The King's Accession to the throne, The Queen’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace became The King’s Gallery in 2024.
- Historical Art Display: The King’s Gallery showcases an impressive collection of paintings and artworks from the Royal Collection. It includes works by renowned artists like Canaletto, Vermeer, and Van Dyck and reflects centuries of royal patronage of the arts.
- Charles II's Influence: The design of the King’s Gallery was influenced by the gallery in Whitehall Palace which was created by Charles II and was originally intended to display the King’s collection of portraits.
- Longest Gallery: The King's Gallery is one of the longest rooms in Buckingham Palace! It measures about 30 metres and its large windows provide views over the Palace gardens!
- Changing Displays: The artworks in the King’s Gallery aren’t fixed. From time to time, different pieces from the Royal Collection Trust are rotated and displayed, giving regulars a new experience every time you visit!
- Historical Significance: The King’s Gallery is on the site of a private chapel that was destroyed during an air raid in 1940.
- Royal Collection: The Royal Collection that is on display in the King’s Gallery is one of the largest and most important art collections in the world.
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Tips for visiting
- Book Tickets Online: The Kings Gallery is a popular attraction, especially during the summer months, so booking tickets in advance online can save you time at the ticket office as queues can form and this allows you to skip them and enjoy more time in the gallery!
- Best Time to Visit: Either just after opening time and later in the afternoon can be quieter times. However, you will unlikely have the gallery to yourself.
- Things to do in London: See our full range of things to do in London by CLICKING HERE!
How to get there
- Buckingham Palace, Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster, SW1A 1AA, London
Opening Hours
- Monday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Thursday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Friday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
