Skip the overpriced gift shop souvenirs and head straight for Queen Mary’s Dolls' House; the 1:12 scale detail is honestly wild. Two hours covers the State Apartments before massive tour groups kill the vibe. Check for the Royal Standard flag to see if the King is home. Once the castle crowds get claustrophobic, bail for the Long Walk. That three-mile stretch hits way harder than the stuffy interiors. Bring comfortable sneakers and snacks.
