Explore the home of Henry VIII
Explore the home of Henry VIII
Updated 25 March. In line with Public Health England guidance, we have taken the decision to close all six of our palaces and gardens until 31st May. We will be reviewing this and will keep you updated. Please read our statement for further information. Read our statement
Home Park will remain open, but we will keep this decision under review. We ask all visitors to the park to observe social distancing guidelines.
Experience the public dramas and private lives of Henry VIII, his wives and children in the world of the Tudor court. Admire Henry’s Great Hall, the infamous Haunted Gallery and the Tudor kitchens. Discover the spectacular baroque palace built for William III and Mary II and explore the magnificent gardens.
Monday-Sunday: 10:00-16:30
Last admission: 15:30
Last entry to Maze: 15:45
Please check for information on closures and notices.
Save time when buying your tickets online to visit Hampton Court Palace.
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU. Directions
Public transport
By rail - Hampton Court train station is located a five-minute walk from the palace. National Rail services run from London Waterloo every 30 minutes.
By bus - Hampton Court Palace is accessible by bus. Services run regularly from Kingston and Richmond.
Keep the family entertained with a day out at Hampton Court Palace. Book online to save (members go free).
Want to take a peek into the wardrobes of the kings and queens of the past?
With exclusive access to the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection, this free online course from Historic Royal Palaces & the University of Glasgow explores clothing from the Tudors to the Windsors.
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Renowned across the world, Hampton Court Palace's beautiful gardens are an unmissable attraction.
Open daily
Hampton Court Palace
Included in all admission tickets (members go free)
Experience the recreated Kitchen Garden, which would have fed the Georgian royals and now supplies Henry VIII's Kitchens.
Open daily
Hampton Court Palace
Free
Explore the Privy Garden, now restored to its former glory and complete with its intricate Tijou Screen.
Open daily
Hampton Court Palace
Included in palace admission (members go free)
Immerse yourself in Tudor history as we reunite stunning works of art, gold, weapons, manuscripts and clothing from the Field of Cloth of Gold, Henry VIII's legendary encounter with his great rival François I of France.
Coming soon
Hampton Court Palace
Included in palace admission (members go free)
Let the games begin! Bring the whole family to Hampton Court Palace this summer and take part in some exciting Tudor sports. Have a go at sword fighting, crossbow, 16th-century football, falconry and more.
25 July - 23 August 2020
Hampton Court Palace
10:00-18:00
Included in palace admission (members go free)
Discover curriculum-linked history resources for all Key Stages that will keep your kids learning about the Tudors, Victorians and more while you're staying home together.
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