40 Photos of Royals Doing Normal, Everyday Things
But really, what does Queen Elizabeth pick up from the grocery store?!
Look, the members of the British royal family aren't your average Joes. But even royalty gets stuck riding the bus and accidentally burns a piece of toast every now and again. Don't believe us? We're giving you a peek at what the royal family does when they're left to their own devices — and you might be pleasantly surprised by what you see.
Prince Philip unloading his trunk
We're certain there are a dozen staff members that could help Prince Philip unload his trunk from his day spent at the Royal Windsor Horse Show, but the then-93-year-old managed just fine.
The Princes riding a roller coaster
Princess Diana tried to raise her boys as normal as possible, which meant going to the amusement park in 1993. "She made sure that they experienced things like going to the cinema, queuing up to buy a McDonald's, going to amusement parks, those sorts of things that were experiences that they could share with their friends," Diana's former chief of staff, Patrick Jephson, told ABC News.
Princess Diana jogging in London
Princess Diana, fitted in her running sneakers and bike shorts, jogged through the crowded London streets in 1997. The royal exercised about three times a week, doing everything from walking and jogging to aerobics.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex taking a sip
While at a cooking demonstration in Morocco in 2018, Prince Harry and a pregnant Meghan Markle proved that no one looks elegant while sipping from a big mug. The couple sampled a number of different cuisines throughout the day, which was part of their last tour before the birth of their son in May 2018.
Queen Elizabeth driving her car
The monarch isn't shy about hopping behind the wheel of her Land Rover — especially when visiting her country estates. But one normal thing you'll never spot her doing: taking a driving test. The Queen is the only person in the U.K. that can drive without a license.
Prince Philip making an impulse purchase
During an outing at the Royal Windsor Horse Show in 2006, Prince Philip bought a pair of gloves. Proving that the Prince apparently carries money on him, despite his wife only carrying cash on Sundays. We have to ask: What's it like paying cash when your wife's face is on the bill?
Duchess Camilla enjoying a sweet treat
While on a royal tour of Scandinavia, Prince Charles and Camilla stopped by the oldest ice cream store in Denmark, Brostræde Fløde-IS. Naturally, they had to sample the goods. Wouldn't you?
Princess Diana visiting the post office
Although the Princess didn't have to worry about running out stamps — Buckingham Palace has its own court postal service that handles all royal mail — she did receive a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the postal service on a trip to Cornwall in 1991.
Prince Harry toasting a slice of bread
During his days at boarding school, Prince Harry was forced to learn the basics to cooking — a.k.a. how to use the toaster. We suspect his skills have come a long way since, as he proposed to Meghan Markle while cooking a roast chicken.
The royals show off their ironing skills
Kate Middleton and Prince Charles prove that they have what it takes to rival the housekeepers at Buckingham Palace, as they both man an iron in 2012. They're not ironing clothes though. They're making crafts with kids at a charity event.
Queen Elizabeth enjoying a ride
As an avid horseback rider, it isn't rare for the Queen to enjoy a ride in the saddle — even at the age of 96. At the end of the day, she's just your normal horse lover. Here, she rides at Windsor Castle in 2006.
Princess Diana buying bananas
The People's Princess even joined people in line at the grocery store. While it may seem like the royal was just putting on a show here in 1990, it's since been revealed that she often did her own grocery shopping — frequenting the Marks Spencer on Kensington High Street in London.
Queen Elizabeth fixing her scarf
The Queen is rarely seen in public or on a casual outing without a headscarf — they are an essential item in her wardrobe. And she needs no help fastening them, as demonstrated here at the Royal Windsor Horse Show in 2005.
Queen Elizabeth taking a selfie
Selfies are seen as a breach in royal protocol, but that doesn't stop fans from taking them. Queen Elizabeth graciously joined the bandwagon of the digital trend, as she greets her fans in 2014.
Prince George cheering on his football team
You'd think being the future Kings would mean better seats for a match in Norwich in 2019, but apparently not. Prince William and Kate Middleton revealed that Prince George is a huge football fan, so they probably knew he'd be happy with any seat in the stadium.
Peter Phillips enjoying a family outing
Princess Anne chose to forgo royal titles for her two children, Peter and Zara Phillips, but they're still technically part of the royal family. Here, Peter Phillips and his wife, Autumn, prove on a day out at the Gatcombe Horse Trials that they are just like any other family.
