ATTRACTIONS

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk in the footsteps of Kings and explore the lavish Tudor State Apartments

• Discover the vast Tudor kitchens where Henry VIII's meals were prepared

• Wander through the gardens and find your way out of the world's oldest maze

• Costumed actors will guide you through the vast palace 

• See exquisite works of art from Holbein, Van Dyke, and Rembrandt

INCLUSIONS

What's Included:

• Entry to Hampton Court Palace, Gardens and Maze

What's Excluded:

• Food and drink

• Transport

Please Note:

• Please select your chosen day of visit and if a timeslot is needed, please select one. Otherwise, you are free to enter at any time during entry hours.

• Your ticket will be issued 48 hours prior to travel date.

• Concession price is applicable to full-time students – subject to a valid student ID card.

DESCRIPTION

A tale of two histories, Hampton Court Palace was originally designed by Cardinal Wolsey, a favourite of Henry VIII’s, before being developed by the King himself. Expanding on the Tudor splendour, Sir Christopher Wren added a touch of Baroque grandeur for William III and Mary II in the 17th century.

Opulence and beauty greet you in every room as you stroll through this historic palace. See if you can find the entwined initials of Henry VIII and his ill-fated second wife Anne Boleyn in the Great Hall, or spot Catherine Howard’s terrified ghost running along the Haunted Gallery to plead her innocence to Henry.

Sneak into the vast kitchens where extravagant Tudor meals such as roasted swan and poached dolphin, and wander through the Chapel Royal, developed in to its current beauty in 1710 by Christopher Wren for Queen Anne. Continue in the Baroque period by walking through the beautiful and theatrically designed State Apartments.

When you’ve marvelled at the masterpieces of artists Holbein, Van Dyke and Caravaggio, head out in to the 60 acres of stunning formal garden and see if you can escape the oldest surviving maze in the world.

Food Festival, 24-26 August
The annual Food Festival is back for 2024, and there will be more delicious street food to graze on than ever before, plus amazing pop-up bars serving tasty tipples, refreshing craft beers and exquisite wines. With over 150 fantastic brands and producers filling the palace grounds, you'll be able to get your hands on everything from mouth-watering cheeses and sausages to brownies and churros. The Food Festival is included in palace admission, so you can explore the home of Henry VIII at your leisure before, or after, a little indulgence!

SCHEDULE

Venue Information:

Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AU
Nearest Train Station: Hampton Court
Bus Routes: 111, 216, 411, 451, R68, 513

24 - 26 December: Closed