Buckingham Palace is opening up the East Wing to visitors, offering a glimpse behind the scenes of royal events. Visitors can explore parts of the iconic palace, including the hallway with paintings, a yellow drawing room decorated with Chinese porcelain, and the famous balcony. This move is part of a gradual opening of royal residences, possibly due to the significant taxpayer money spent on palace renovations. King Charles III aims to increase access to royal residences to showcase the investments made.

The guided tours of Buckingham Palace’s East Wing are a hit, with tickets selling out quickly. Critics argue that public access to Buckingham Palace should be free, considering taxpayer contributions to royal expenses.

Similar initiatives are taking place at other royal residencies like Balmoral Castle and Sandringham estate. While some criticize the ticket prices, others see it as a way to generate income and maintain these historic properties.