The three-month-old prince, wearing a long christening robe, joined the handful of relatives attending his baptism, which was described as an 'intimate family affair'.
Only five senior royals, the Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry saw the heir to the throne baptised by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Rev Justin Welby, in the little known Chapel Royal this afternoon.
Kate's family - parents Carole and Michael Middleton and siblings Pippa and James - also looked thrilled to be there.
Kate wore a white jacket and large white fascinator - or hatinator - with her hair in a partial up-do.
She smiled broadly to the crowds from the back seat, while Prince William, who wore a suit with a white shirt and pale blue tie, sat in the front.
As they pulled into the grounds, Kate appeared distracted and bent down to her right, as if she was tending to baby George.
The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Rev Justin Welby, greeted both families at the chapel in central London.
When the Queen's car arrived, nearby doors in the palace opened and young George could be heard gurgling.
His grandfather Charles and stepmother Camilla walked forward to meet the Queen, who was already being greeted by the Archbishop and the Bishop of London Richard Chartres.
The doting grandfather was followed by William and Kate, with the duke holding his son in front of him and jiggling him up and down as he walked.
He was joined by his brother Harry, who greeted his grandfather the Duke of Edinburgh as William told everyone: 'He's all ready', adding: 'So far so good.'
George, who stared curiously at his relatives as they chatted, was wearing a replica of a christening gown made for Queen Victoria's eldest daughter in 1841, which almost touched the ground.
The royal party spoke for a few more minutes and Kate walked over to greet Philip, kissing him on both cheeks before curtseying.
Prince Harry and Pippa Middleton both gave readings at the christening.
Prince George will have seven godparents, including Zara Phillips and six of his parents' close friends.
William and Kate chose two hymns, two lessons and two anthems for the service, Kensington Palace revealed.
The first lesson, from the Gospel of St Luke, Ch 18, verses 15-17, was read by Miss Middleton, who was Kate's maid of honour at the couple's wedding.
The second, from St John's gospel, chapter 15, verses 1-5, was read by Prince Harry.
The two hymns at the service were Breathe on Me, Breath of God and Be Thou My Vision.
Source: Daily Mail
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