Laced along the banks of River Thames, London is a beautiful capital city of England and the United Kingdom. Besides being the capital of the country (as well as continent), this city is largest financial centre in the world. Over the time, the city of London has taken a major position in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion and arts London is the most important seat for United Kingdom and therefore, it is dotted with a large number of royal palaces and castles. In the following article, we have listed some of the most popular royal palaces and castle that you must visit on your trip to London for more info visit EaseMyTrip.com

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace is a major landmark of the London city. It is a famous and foremost tourist destination for travelers visiting London. Buckingham Palace is the official London residence and the chief workplace of the British Monarch. This palace is situated right at the center of Westminster and holds a wonderful architecture with a large number of state rooms. Few of these state rooms are still being used by Her Majesty The Queen and the members of the Royal Family to welcome and entertain their guests on State, ceremonial occasions and official events. Buckingham Palace has nineteen state rooms open for the visitors (in the form of museum).

Windsor Castle

Famous for being the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, the Windsor Castle is another unique tourist attraction of London. This castle serves as one of the official residences of Her Majesty the Queen. It is a massive situated in the English county of Berkshire. The castle spans over an area of 26 acres, this castle consists of a royal palace, a chapel, homes and workplaces of many residing people. A main feature of this castle tour is the visit to the Queen Mary’s Dolls’ house that is known to be the most popular doll house in the world.

The Palace of Holyroodhouse

Situated underneath the Royal Mile in Edinburgh (on the opposite end to Edinburgh Castle), the Palace of Holyroodhouse operates as the official residence to the Monarch of the United Kingdom. Also called as the Holyrood Palace, this glorious palace was built in the year 1128 by David I, the King of Scots. Overstated with signature lurid architecture, this palace displays the exotic history of Scotland.

Kensington Palace

Since 17th century Kensington Palace is serving as the residence of the British Royal Family. This majestic palace is oddly set in the Kensington Gardens (right in the Royal Borough of Kensington), Chelsea in London. At present, this magnificent palace is being used as the official London home of the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent. However, some of the state rooms are open to local public for the purpose of tourism.

Hampton Court Palace

One-of-its kind, this Palace is made of two palaces in one. This exotic palace combines a Tudor Palace (that is developed by Cardinal Wolsey and later, by Henry VIII) and baroque palace constructed by William III and Mary II. Hampton Court Palace is situated in the London Borough of Richmond on Thames, Greater London and the historic county of Middlesex. It has been decorated with beautifully landscaped gardens. So, get ready to enjoy a memorable holiday in London with Royal Palaces.