'Top ten' things to see and do

These sights are 'unmissable'

Access to these sights is included in your ‘All Palace and Gardens’ admission ticket, unless otherwise stated.

Hampton Court Palace

Henry VIII's Great Hall 

 
The Great Hall is England’s greatest medieval hall and one of Britain’s oldest theatres. William Shakespeare’s company performed there in 1603-4.
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Young Henry VIII exhibition

Young Henry exhibitionMeet the 'pin-up' prince, before he became fat old Henry VIII, at our Young Henry VIII exhibition (included in your admission ticket). The exhibition includes paintings and interactive displays.
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The world famous Maze

Test yourself and get enjoyably lost in 'the most famous Maze in the history of the world'. Entry is included in your ‘All Palace and Gardens’ admission ticket. A 'Maze only' entry is also available.
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Tudor kitchens and live Tudor cookery

Built to feed the Court of Henry VIII, the kitchens were expected to provide meals for 600 people twice a day. See the kitchens today and experience the sights and smells of a real Tudor kitchen!
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Beautiful gardens

Wander through over 60 acres of beautifully maintained and internationally celebrated gardens at Hampton Court Palace. Entry is included in your ‘All Palace and Gardens’ admission ticket.
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Henry VIII: heads and hearts

Henry VIII: heads and hearts Join Henry for his wedding celebrations and see surprising portraits and personal objects of his wives. Opens 10 April.
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Family fun activities

We have a wide range of activities and tours to entertain families. Choose from family trails, our world-famous maze, costumed guided tours, live Tudor cookery, kids' ghost tours and much much more.  
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Kids' ghost tours 

A lady standing by a windowHow much do you really know about the spooky palace past? Creep your way around dark corners, and hear stories of kings and queens from long ago. Sundays, 31 October 2009 - 7 March 2010. Click here to read more

The Chapel Royal

The Chapel Royal ceilingThis beautiful chapel has been in continuous use for over 450 years. Visitors are welcome to attend religious services at The Chapel Royal.
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Tiltyard café kids' meal deal

Privy mealsHistory makes you hungry! At the Tiltyard café, choose from any kid's hot meal with lemonade or milk and a fairy cake for just £3.95. Deliciously great value.
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