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Royal Wedding: A viewer's guide

Prince William and Middleton visit Lancashire, England, on their last official trip before the wedding on April 29. AP

(CBS) CBS News will begin coverage of the royal wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton at 4 a.m. EDT on Friday, April 29, 2011.

Here's a look at what you can expect to see on that day. Times are approximate.

Complete coverage: The royal wedding

5 a.m. Wedding guests begin to arrive at Westminster Abbey

Timeline: Westminster Abbey
Pictures: Royal wedding guests
Pictures: What to wear to a royal wedding

6 a.m. Wedding ceremony is scheduled to begin. This will be the public's first look at Kate Middleton's wedding gown. The service is expected to last about an hour.

Pictures: Royal wedding gowns

7 a.m. Procession from Westminster Abbey to Buckingham Palace, where a wedding reception is to be held

Map: The procession route
Pictures: Military rehearsal
Pictures: Riding in style

7:30 - 8 a.m. Arrival at Buckingham Palace, where royal family will make an appearance on the balcony and a military flyover will take place.

Inside Buckingham Palace
Photos: Buckingham Palace

9 a.m. Prince William and Kate Middleton will leave the palace for Clarence House, where Prince Charles is hosting a dinner reception.

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