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Kensington Palace garden view with visitors with guide
Kensington Palace orangery set for Royal Afternoon Tea with elegant table settings.
Visitors enjoying Kensington Palace afternoon tea setup with elegant tableware and pastries.
Kensington Palace afternoon tea setup with elegant tableware and pastries.
Kensington Palace Sunken Garden with vibrant flowers and historic architecture in London.
Princess Diana statue in Kensington Palace's Sunken Garden, London.
Kensington Palace garden view with visitors and guide
Kensington Palace royal gardens with manicured lawns and vibrant flowerbeds, London.
Kensington Palace garden view with visitors with guide
Kensington Palace orangery set for Royal Afternoon Tea with elegant table settings.
Visitors enjoying Kensington Palace afternoon tea setup with elegant tableware and pastries.
Kensington Palace afternoon tea setup with elegant tableware and pastries.
Kensington Palace Sunken Garden with vibrant flowers and historic architecture in London.
Princess Diana statue in Kensington Palace's Sunken Garden, London.
Kensington Palace garden view with visitors and guide
Kensington Palace royal gardens with manicured lawns and vibrant flowerbeds, London.
Kensington Palace garden view with visitors with guide
Kensington Palace orangery set for Royal Afternoon Tea with elegant table settings.
Visitors enjoying Kensington Palace afternoon tea setup with elegant tableware and pastries.
Kensington Palace afternoon tea setup with elegant tableware and pastries.
Kensington Palace Sunken Garden with vibrant flowers and historic architecture in London.
Princess Diana statue in Kensington Palace's Sunken Garden, London.
Kensington Palace garden view with visitors and guide
Kensington Palace royal gardens with manicured lawns and vibrant flowerbeds, London.
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Royal Afternoon Tea at Kensington Palace with Walking Tour of the Gardens

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Experience the British style of savoring afternoon tea at Kensington Palace

  • Enjoy traditional afternoon tea in Kensington Palace Gardens, where British royalty has taken tea for over three centuries.
  • Follow your guide through Kensington Gardens to discover Queen Victoria's private gardens and the prestigious Palace grounds.
  • You will also explore the grounds where Princes William and Harry grew up, now home to the next generation of royal children.
  • Gaze across manicured Palace gardens while enjoying scones with clotted cream in the same setting used by the current royal family.

Experience the British style of savoring afternoon tea at Kensington Palace

  • Enjoy traditional afternoon tea in Kensington Palace Gardens, where British royalty has taken tea for over three centuries.
  • Follow your guide through Kensington Gardens to discover Queen Victoria's private gardens and the prestigious Palace grounds.
  • You will also explore the grounds where Princes William and Harry grew up, now home to the next generation of royal children.
  • Gaze across manicured Palace gardens while enjoying scones with clotted cream in the same setting used by the current royal family.

Inclusions

  • 2-hour afternoon tea experience at Kensington Palace Gardens
  • Guided walk through Kensington Palace Gardens
  • Afternoon tea (vegan and gluten-free options available). Find menu here
  • Host
  • Entry to Kensington Palace Gardens

Exclusions

  • Drinks (available to purchase onsite)
  • Entry to Kensington Palace
  • Tip: Add to your cultural experience with a visit to the Serpentine Gallery, just a short walk from the Gardens. It's a contemporary art museum that often hosts free exhibitions.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 15 people.
  • Please make a note of your dietary preferences and restrictions at the time of booking.
  • The menus are subject to change.
  • While efforts are made to avoid cross-contamination, foods containing allergens are prepared in the kitchen.
  • Please note that your meeting point is Queensway Station and not the Palace.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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  • You can visit each attraction only once daily.
  • The app is available in English, French, German, and Spanish.
  • Children under 5 get the pass for free.
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Nothing was special. You sold me tickets to got to sea life the day I baught the ticket. Sea life was fully booked that day so could not get in. I also wanted madam tussauds that's why I got the 2 attraction ticket and madam tussauds wasn't included in hat ticket so couldn't use the ticket at all. You robbed me it's a pure scam. I've asked for a refund and been told I need to give 24 hours notice before the attraction time to get refund. I bought the morning of the day I wanted to go so how can I give 2r hours notice to get refund when tickets didn't work due to sea life being fully booked that day and the ticket not cover the other attraction we wanted. I feel robbed and scammed. My 6 year old daughter had the worst day she cried all the day amd all ay home on train back to Surrey. I'm fuming I want my money bacj

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The exhibition was phenomenal. Well worthy of a trip to London. 5 stars Like nothing we have ever seen before Great value as well Best wishes Oliver Nash Author of The Primate Puzzle

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Kensington Palace I Birthplace of Queen Victoria

Kensington Palace, located in London's Kensington Gardens, is a historic royal residence known for its stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture. The birthplace of Queen Victoria, it houses exhibits on royal history, including Princess Diana's collection. You can explore elegant state rooms and beautifully manicured gardens and enjoy interactive displays that offer insights into royal life. Keep reading to learn more!

Why visit Kensington Palace?

  • Historic Significance: Kensington Palace has been a royal residence since the 17th century and is the birthplace of Queen Victoria. It offers a deep dive into British royal history.
  • Diana's Fashion Exhibit: The palace showcases an exquisite collection of some of Princess Diana's iconic dresses, providing a glimpse into her fashion evolution and legacy.
  • Beautiful Gardens: The Sunken Garden, which was transformed into the White Garden in memory of Princess Diana, is a stunning example of English landscape gardening.
  • Interactive Displays: Engaging exhibits like "Victoria: A Royal Childhood" bring the palace's history to life, featuring personal artifacts and interactive elements.
  • State Apartments: Tour the opulent King's and Queen's State Apartments, filled with grand art and furnishings from the Georgian and Victorian eras.

Things to know before buying Kensington Palace tickets

  • No professional guides are included in any of the Kensington Palace tickets.
  • Food and beverages are not offered in any of the tickets.
  • For the savvy budget traveler, a combo ticket offers the perfect opportunity to see more of London's iconic attractions with one ticket.
  • Go City Passes are an excellent option for anyone who wants to skip the worry of buying individual tickets for multiple attractions. The pass is valid for 1-10 days, depending on what you choose.
  • Free cancelation is available up to 24 hours before the commencement of the tour.

Which Kensington Palace ticket is best for you?

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If you are short on time

Go for: Admission tickets

Duration: Flexible

Guide: No

  • With your Kensington Palace tickets discover the 300-year old residence of young royals, and the birthplace and intimate childhood home of Queen Victoria. 
  • Gain access to cover the luxurious Kensington Palace apartments, marvel at the masterpiece paintings of William Kent, visit various chambers and lots more. 
  • Check out the Formal gardens and the exotic Victorian plant collections including, Trachycarpus Fortunei, Luma Apiculata, Tropaeolum Speciosum, Cryptomeria Japonica, and many more.

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If you are on a budget

Go for: Combo tickets

Duration: Flexible

Guide: No

  • Tight on money? Get a combo ticket! With one ticket, you can visit Kensington Palace, alongwith Tower of London, Kew Gardens, or Hampton Court Palace.
  • These tickets allow you to visit two or three attraction within a day, thus saving your time as well.
  • Most of the combo tickets are offered on a great discount - save some big bucks while on your classy London trip!

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Duration: 1-10 days

Guide: Yes

  • Your London Pass access gives you entry to Kensington Palace along with one-time, free access to London’s 80+ attractions and experiences for a duration of 1,2,3,4,5,7 or 10 days
  • Explore the city with sightseeing buses and audio guide experience with a 1-day free Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour. 
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Explore Kensington Palace

Explore what's inside Kensington Palace before visiting the UK's most iconic landmark.

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The King’s State Apartment

The King’s State Apartments consists of the The King's Staircase, The Privy Chamber, the Presence Chamber, The King's Drawing Room, The King's Gallery, The Cupola Room and The Council Chamber. Don’t miss out on the magnificent ceiling painted by William Kent in 1723 which looks new to date.

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The Queen’s State Apartment

The Queen’s State Apartment is dedicated to Queen Mary and time she spent during the day’s she and King William lived in Kensington Palace. It features the Queen’s Staircase, the Queen’s Gallery that is filled with ornamental artefacts, the Queen’s closet, the Queen’s Bedroom and lots more.

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Modern Royals

Modern Royals section, recently renamed to “Fashion Rules Restyled” comprises a set of 5 rooms that display an elegant collection of royal wardrobes worn by 3 royal women - Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Margaret and Princess Diana. You will also get to see the Queens wearing the gowns and sketches of dress ideas scribbled by historic designers that are on display.

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Victoria Revealed

The Victoria Revealed exhibition is inspired by Queen Victoria’s journals. Here you’ll get the chance to witness the rooms where she once lived, along with displays of her personal objects. Kensington Palace gives one an intimate account of Queen Victoria’s life from the time she was born, to the time when became the Queen, her accomplishments and more.

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Sunken Garden

The Sunken Garden is a secluded green oasis born back in 1908 that changed a potting shed into a classic ornamental garden. It features an elaborate gardening style with a range of flowers, ornamental pond and rotational seasonal flowers influenced by the celebrated style back in the 18th century. Don’t miss out on the White Garden, a natural space brimming with more than 12,000 hand-planted flowers all in cream and white.

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Kensington Garden

Kensington Garden was initially a part of Hyde Park. When the Royal family shifted into Kensington Palace, this western half of Hyde Park was sectioned off to make the grounds for the Royals. Apart from the Kensington Palace and Sunken Garden within the Kensington Gardens, there is a lot more to see in this lush land. Albert Memorial, Statue of Peter Pan, Italian Gardens and The Arch are a few worth visiting.

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  • Opening hours: 10am to 6pm
  • Closing time: 5pm
  • Closed on: 24 to 26 December, 31 December, 1 January and also on certain Mondays and Tuesdays.
  • Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Kensington Palace is post-lunch, around 2pm-3pm as most of the big tourist groups complete their tours by this time and you'll still have 2 more hours before the Palace closes.
Know More

Address: Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX, UK 

Find on Maps

  • By tube: The Queensway & Notting Hill Gate on the Central Line and High Street Kensington station on the District & Circle line are the closest tube stations from the palace.
  • By bus: Take bus numbers 70, 94, 148, and 390 to Bayswater Road or 9, 10, 49, 52, 70, and 452 to Kensington High Street.
  • By train: Kensington (Olympia) and Paddington Station are the closest train stations from Kensington Palace. These stations are a 20 to 25 minute walk away hence tubes or buses that drop you closer are recommended.
  • By car: The palace is located off the A40 Bayswater Road and the A315. From M4 drive until A4 and go until the junction with the B325 and turn left on to Gloucester Road. From here drive until the end of the road and at the A315 junction turn left, to reach the Kensington Palace entrance.
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  • Toilets are available at Stone Hall and in Cafes. All toilets are compatible for wheelchair users.
  • Guests with children can avail the baby changing facilities at the palace. 
  • Kensington Palace provides free Wi-Fi access to all 
  • The Palace Café and The Kensington Palace Pavilion offer a wide range of delicious food and drink.
  • Shop for gifts and souvenirs are available at Kensington Palace.
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  • Free carer ticket - Visitors are allowed to bring an accompanying carer free of charge.
  • Guide dogs allowed - All recognised guide, assistance or service dogs, including assistance dogs in training are allowed into the palace. Ensure that they are wearing a designated jacket or lead slip. Owners should also carry the dog’s ‘Assistance Dog’s (UK)’ identification book. 
  • For blind/partially sighted visitors - Low light levels have been installed. Discriber tours are also following for King’s State Apartments and Victoria: A Royal Childhood.
  • For deaf/hard of hearing guests- BSL interpretation tours are available for King’s State Apartments and Victoria: A Royal Childhood.
  • For guests with limited mobility - Kensington Palace provides ground-level access from Kensington Gardens. All three floors are accessible via lift. Wheelchairs are available on a first come first served basis.
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  • Suitcases/large bags will not be permitted into Kensington Palace.
  • Photographs without flash are allowed at the palace. However, filming is strictly prohibited at Kensington Palace. 
  • Items such as weapons, including knives and fireworks, smoke bombs, pepper spray are not allowed into the palace.
  • Please do not allow children to touch or eat the plants and refrain from approaching the wildlife at the Kensington Garden.
  • For safety reasons, the use of balls, frisbees, scooters, bicycles and rollerblades are not allowed in the gardens.
  • Kensington Palace Cafe (within the premises): When you're tired from your tour around the Palace, stop by the Palace cafe for cakes, sandwiches, hot beverages, and refreshments. The cafe opens during the same hours as the Palace.
  • The Kensington Palace Pavilion (within the premises): Known for its afternoon tea services, the Palace Pavilion offers a range of refreshments, including fine champagne. The pavilion's interiors are elegant, and the outdoor terrace overlooks the gardens, giving you a beautiful view while you enjoy a drink.
  • Budget: Smart Hyde Park View (0.9 km), Central Park Hotel (0.9 km), Notting Hill Gate Hotel (1.6 km)
  • Mid-budget: Thistle London Hyde Park Kensington Gardens (0.9 km), Hilton London Hyde Park (1.1 km), DoubleTree by Hilton London - Hyde Park (1.2 km)
  • Luxury: The Laslett (2 km), Baglioni Hotel London (2.8 km), The Milestone Hotel & Residences (2.8 km)
  • Buckingham Palace (3.7 km): The official London residence of the British monarch, Buckingham Palace features 775 rooms, stunning gardens, and the famous Changing of the Guard ceremony. It's a symbol of the British monarchy and national events.
  • Westminster Abbey (5.1 km): A historic Gothic church in London, Westminster Abbey has been the coronation site for British monarchs since 1066 and is the final resting place for many royals and prominent figures.
  • London Eye (5.9 km): The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel on the South Bank of the River Thames. Offering panoramic views of London, it stands 135 meters tall and is one of the city's most iconic attractions.

Visitor tips 

  • The best time to visit Kensington Palace is post-lunch, around 2 pm - 3 pm as most of the big tourist groups complete their tours by this time.
  • The best view from Kensington Palace is from the window in the King’s Drawing Room. Don't forget to peek out here and click pictures galore!
  • Watch out for the rare 17th-century wind dial in the King's Gallery which is functioning to date.
  • If you're travelling with kids, plan your trip on the last Saturday of the month in order to make it for the Funtastic Saturdays. There's something exciting happening for kids below 13 on these days and will keep them entertained while you explore British royal history.
  • Using the coach or tube instead of the train is recommended despite the high prices as the closest train station is a good 45-minute walk away.
  • Exhibitions themed around royalty are held at Kensington Palace year-round. Try coinciding your trip with an ongoing exhibition as they are free of cost and are a great value addition!
  • If you're looking to traverse the Kensington Gardens without having to walk all of it, look out for the Liberty Drives golf cart. They have 7 pick points around the garden and provide free mobility to anyone who wants to quickly manoeuvre through the 760 acres of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens.

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This allows you to have a pass for several visits to sites and to plan your program simply. Our only disappointment concerned the tourist bus: the service provider included in the pass offered three not very practical circuits. We waited almost 1 hour to take the green route, and after a quarter of an hour it stopped for its break...
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The exhibition was phenomenal. Well worthy of a trip to London. 5 stars Like nothing we have ever seen before Great value as well Best wishes Oliver Nash Author of The Primate Puzzle
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