The State Rooms at Buckingham Palace are only open to us mere mortals for ten weeks of the year – until September 29 – so the summer hols are a great time to go. Gawp at the gilded interiors as you tiptoe through the Queen’s rooms, which look more like stately film sets. If you’re here on the Bank Holiday weekend, don’t miss the Family Festival – there are drop-in arts and crafts workshops at the Royal Mews and Queen’s Gallery, and lots going on in the Family Pavilion.
Until Sep 29. £25, £14 child. Family Festival. Aug 24-26. Free with standard admission.