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Tower of LondonvsBuckingham Palace
Both are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, Tower of London scores slightly better than Buckingham Palace. Tower of London ranks #1 in London with endorsements from 13 sources like Concierge, Not For Tourists and Travel + Leisure.
Tower of London
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Tower Hill, Tower Hill tube, London EC3N 4AB
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Fodor's "Nowhere else does London's history come to life so vividly as it does in this minicity of 20 towers filled with heraldry and treasure." Full review
Concierge "Founded by William the Conqueror in 1066, this huge fortified palace-jail-treasury-arsenal is the source of some of the most-famous tourist photo ops in all of England."
Frommer's "On a sunny summer afternoon, the Tower, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the world, can be a cheerful buzzing place." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The scene for many dramatic events during this country's history." Full review
Not For Tourists "Kings and Queens. Surprisingly insightful, annoyingly expensive."
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The Tower of London's romantic silhouette, so emblematic of British history, has been the backdrop for some horrific episodes as well as moments of royal splendour." Full review
Afar Magazine "Visitors to this turreted riverside castle enter a thousand years of history filled with cultural significance (but go early to avoid lines to see the crown jewels). " Full review
Departures "From the solid gold St Edward’s Crown, which rarely sees the light of day, to the glittering Imperial State Crown, here’s something you won’t see everyday: the Crown Jewels." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Some might go to the Tower of London to catch sight of the Crown Jewels, while others hope for a glimpse of a harrowed ghost as well." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A unique Christmas experience, the Tower of London's Medieval Christmas takes you back in time to 1284, where you join the court of King of England King Edward I as they prepare for the holiday season." Full review
Buckingham Palace Fodor's Concierge Frommer's
Time Out Not For Tourists
Let's Go Michelin Guide Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
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Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1A 1AA
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Fodor's "It's rare to get a chance to see how the other half—well, other minute fraction—lives and works." Full review
Concierge "The queen's London pied-à-terre is not the most beautiful of palaces, but it's big."
Frommer's "The setting is glorious, sat between two great sweeping parks (Green and St. James's) at the end of an elegant tree-lined boulevard (The Mall)." Full review
Time Out "As the home of the Queen, the palace is usually closed to visitors, but you may view the interior for a brief period each summer while the Windsors are away on their holidays." Full review
Not For Tourists "Unofficial HQ for Fathers For Justice."
Let's Go "From late July to early October, though, the royals head to Balmoral, and the State Rooms are opened to the public." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Buckingham Palace is a focal point for Londoners and visitors alike; the city's uplifting royal ceremonial events, uniting monarch and people, primarily take place here and in its vicinity." Full review
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Don't miss the Changing of the Guard at 11.30 on the dot.
Afar Magazine "The residence and office of Her Majesty The Queen, Buckingham Palace is one of the few working palaces of the world." Full review
Travel + Leisure "For a taste of royalty, make for Buckingham Palace, the official London residence of the Monarch." Full review
U.S. News & World Report3.0
"London home of Queen Elizabeth II, is open for tour...you'll have access to the 19 State Rooms where the queen and members of the royal family host guests for state, ceremonial and official affairs" Full review
