Top things to see and do

Unmissable sights within Enchanted Palace

Kensington Palace's State Apartments are now the Enchanted Palace - all previous displays and rooms are closed due to the building works. Although the experience is very different to what you may expect of a historic building, these are still rooms where history happened. Below, we’ve chosen our top things to see. 

A Dectector inspects the glass bottles used to collect tears during times of mourning

The Enchanted Palace

Whilst building works close parts of the palace, only the State Apartments remain open, completely transformed into the Enchanted Palace - not a traditional experience! Explore the historic rooms filled with stunning cutting-edge modern art and fashion installations inspired by the seven princesses who lived here. Click here to read more  


The King's staircase 

The walls and ceilings of the King's Grand Staircase, or the Room of Flight as it is called within Enchanted Palace, are painted with William Kent’s vivid portrayals of George I’s court and its characters. Vivienne Westwood's vibrant and striking dress is displayed on the stairs. 
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The Cupola Room

The Cupola Room (called the Room of Palace Time within Enchanted Palace) sits at the very heart of the palace and was the central room of the State Apartments.  Its ornate decorative scheme includes a series of gilded lead statues representing Roman Gods and Goddesses. However, the stunning fashion installations for Enchanted Palace now steal the show in this room.  

The King's gallery

The largest and longest of the state apartments at Kensington Palace, the King's Gallery (called the Gallery of War and Play within Enchanted Palace) is as spectacular today as it was when decorated for King George I in 1727.
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Queen Victoria's bedroom

Come and stand in the very bedroom in which, in the early hours of 20 June 1837, the young Princess Victoria awoke to the news that she was to be queen. During Enchanted Palace this room is called 'The Room of a Sleeping Princess'. The striking display, including a stunning William Tempest dress, is inspired by Victoria's constrained childhood here at Kensington Palace.
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Mary of Modena's bed

This fine bed is called the ‘Warming Pan Bed’. Discover its connection to the ‘Glorious Revolution’, in which James II was deposed from the throne. During Enchanted Palace this room is called 'The Room of Royal Sorrows' and explores the tragic story of Mary II.
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Sunken garden

Celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the planting of the beautiful Sunken Garden by enjoying the views of this intimate and tranquil oasis. Access is free and does not require a palace ticket.  
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Take tea at the Orangery

The Orangery is a member of the prestigious Tea Guild and offers one of the finest tea selections in London, as well as a range of premium wines and champagnes. Why not enjoy a special Enchanted Palace tea to complete your experience.
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