15 of the most luxurious perks of being a member of the royal family

Erin McDowellApr 8, 2021, 01:54 IST

Prince William and Kate Middleton at the BAFTAs.Wiktor Szymanowicz/Barcroft Media/Getty Images

Being in the royal family certainly has its limitations, but royals also get to enjoy luxurious perks.
The Queen has expansive, historic properties - and she doesn't have to pay the bills.
A butler reportedly squeezes toothpaste onto Prince Charles' toothbrush every morning.

Perhaps the most notable and luxurious royal perk, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip live in Buckingham Palace.

Buckingham Palace. Chris Jackson / Staff / Getty Images

Working royals are also offered historic homes by the family.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry previously lived in Frogmore Cottage. Max Mumby/ Indigo/ Getty Images, GOR/ Getty Images

Royals also have access to expansive vacation homes.

The royal family at Balmoral Castle. PA Images via Getty Images

Royal children can play in this over-the-top playhouse at the Royal Lodge.

Princess Elizabeth stands in the doorway of Y Bwthyn Bach (The Little Cottage in Welsh), on the grounds of the Royal Lodge in June 1933. Central Press/Hulton Archive/Getty Images

Heirs to the throne can also be expected to attend prestigious schools.

Prince George arrives for his first day of school at Thomas's Battersea in 2017. Richard Pohle/WPA Pool/Getty Images

The Queen doesn't have to pay bills.

The royal family at the Trooping the Colour ceremony in 2018. Samir Hussein/Getty Images

Members of the royal family wear priceless jewelry, crowns, and opulent gowns.

Princess Diana in 1983 and the Duchess of Cambridge in 2015. Anwar Hussein/Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images

The royal family covers most expenses for royal weddings, but the government does pay for the security.

Prince William and Kate Middleton on their wedding day. Chris Jackson/Getty Images

Taxpayers also cover the cost of chartering aircraft for official royal travel.

Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince George, and Princess Charlotte arrive in Canada in 2016. Dominic Lipinski-Pool/Getty Images

Another perk afforded to the Queen: She doesn't need a driver's license or official ID.

Queen Elizabeth II drives her Range Rover on the grounds of Windsor Castle in 2005. Tim Graham Photo Library/Getty Images

The Queen, despite traveling the world, also doesn't need a passport.

Queen Elizabeth boarding a plane. Pool/Getty Images

The royals are constantly introduced to many of the world's most famous celebrities.

Kate Middleton meets Harry Styles of One Direction as Simon Cowell looks on in 2013. Yui Mok - WPA Pool /Getty Images

They also get to attend glamorous red carpet events like the BAFTAs.

Prince William and Kate Middleton at the BAFTAs. Wiktor Szymanowicz/Barcroft Media/Getty Images

Prince Charles reportedly has a butler to squeeze toothpaste onto his toothbrush every morning.

Prince Charles has hired help for even basic necessities. Chris Jackson/WPA Pool/Westend61/Getty Images

Queen Elizabeth also has hired help to break in her new shoes.

Queen Elizabeth II. Hannah McKay - WPA Pool/Getty Images

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