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Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is near Westminster, London in Greater London, England. 775 rooms. On the Sim Britain map, it is available to sponsor for £1.

History

Buckingham Palace began as a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703. King George III bought it in 1761, and it was greatly enlarged by John Nash and later Edward Blore.

Queen Victoria was the first monarch to live there, from 1837, and it has been the London home of the monarch ever since. The State Rooms open to visitors in the summer, and the Changing the Guard ceremony takes place on the forecourt.

Quick facts

• Where: Westminster, London, Greater London, England
• Built / formed: 1703, enlarged in the 19th century
• 775 rooms
• The monarch's official London residence since 1837
• State Rooms open to visitors in summer

Visiting Buckingham Palace

For opening times, tickets and visitor information, see the official Buckingham Palace website ↗. You can also read more on Wikipedia ↗.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Buckingham Palace?

Buckingham Palace is near Westminster, London in Greater London, England.

When was Buckingham Palace built?

Buckingham Palace: 1703, enlarged in the 19th century.

Who sponsors Buckingham Palace on Sim Britain?

Nobody yet. Buckingham Palace is available to sponsor on the Sim Britain map for £1.

How do I sponsor Buckingham Palace on Sim Britain?

Open Buckingham Palace on the map, choose Claim and pay £1 by card. Your logo goes on top of the landmark with a link to your website, and the building grows a layer. If someone outbids you, the price rises by half.

Can I visit Buckingham Palace?

Yes. Opening times, tickets and visitor information are on the official website. Official website ↗

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• Big Ben Westminster, London, England
• London Eye South Bank, London, England
• Tower Bridge London, England
• Kew Gardens Richmond, London, England

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