Luggage Storage Buckingham Palace

About Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace sits right in the heart of London. It has been the official residence of the British monarch since 1837 and is still the home of the Queen today. A tourist attraction in its own right, the palace is also convenient to many of London's other top sites and activities.

Queen Victoria was the first monarch to live at Buckingham Palace. When she first moved in, the chimneys smoked too much to be used, meaning the palace was often cold. Her husband, Prince Albert, dedicated himself to supervising improvements of the palace to make it more livable.

These days, the palace's 775 rooms are maintained at a comfortable temperature. Over the years, successive kings and queens have added to the palace's collection of art, which includes works by Rembrandt, van Dyck, and Vermeer. 

Back in 1993, some parts of the palace opened to members of the public. Now, over half a million people visit Buckingham Palace every year to get a glimpse into the lifestyle of the world's most famous royal family.

Things to do near Buckingham Palace

The location of the palace near the center of London makes it an almost inevitable stop on a tour of the city. It's within walking distance of many of London's most popular attractions. There's no shortage of things to do near Buckingham Palace.

• Take in the royal art collection in Buckingham Palace's picture gallery. Housed in the staterooms where the Queen receives foreign dignitaries, the royal art collection boasts an impressive list of famous artists, such as Canaletto, Canova, Rubens, and others. Check the hours carefully before you visit, because the gallery is sometimes closed for state functions.

• Relax like a Londoner at St. James's Park. This broad stretch of green space is popular with locals and visitors alike. If the weather allows, stretch out on the grass and enjoy a picnic, or watch the resident pelicans that were a gift to King Charles II from the Russian ambassador.

• Enjoy the pomp and pageantry of the Changing of the Guard. This grand ceremony takes place every other day at 11 AM right in front of Buckingham Palace. It's one of London's most popular spectacles, so make sure you get there early.

• Socialize like the Queen over afternoon tea. The palace lounge at the Rubens hotel is known for its elaborate afternoon tea, and makes for a classy and quintessentially British place to have lunch.

• Take a boat ride on the Serpentine at Hyde Park. Cruise past Princess Diana Memorial and the famous Peter Pan statue on a rental boat at this famous London water feature.

Transit options near Buckingham Palace

• Victoria station is the closest underground station to the palace and is served by the Circle, District, and Victoria lines.

• Victoria station is also a major train station and offers service to Gatwick Airport, along with other points around the country.

• Buckingham Palace lies on the route of several bus lines, including 11, 24, 148, and others.

Luggage storage near Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace's location in the heart of London makes it simple to reach and easy to add to any London trip. Whether you decide to explore the area on foot or by the London underground, you don't want to carry more luggage than you need to.

Bounce has luggage storage locations near Buckingham Palace and throughout London. Find a location convenient for you so you can travel more easily through this big and bustling city.

Attractions and activities near Buckingham Palace

• Westminster Abbey: As part of London for a thousand years, Westminster Abbey has seen many coronations and royal weddings and has become the final resting place for some of Britain's most eminent citizens, including Geoffrey Chaucer, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and Stephen Hawking. This still-functioning church is no place to be carrying heavy bags around, so make sure you drop them off at a London luggage storage facility before visiting.

• Palace of Westminster: The palace and its iconic clock tower known as Big Ben form a legendary London landmark along the banks of the Thames. Visit at night to see this iconic landmark lit up and hear the chimes of Big Ben ring out over the city.

• London Eye: This British icon sits on the south bank of the river and offers unsurpassed views of the city from its glass pods.This gigantic Ferris wheel has become one of London's most visited attractions and makes the perfect photo opportunity. Large bags are not permitted on the wheel, so make sure you drop them off at a luggage storage shop in London before visiting.

• Jack the Ripper walking tour: This macabre tour will take you to locations that tell the story of London's most famous serial killer. This atmospheric tour may not be for everyone, but if you have a taste for the unusual, it's an unforgettable way to spend an evening. You'll be doing plenty of walking, so make sure to leave your bags at a Bounce location before setting out.