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Essential information for visiting Hampton Court Palace

Essential information for visiting Hampton Court Palace

Getting here

Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU. Directions

Parking

Limited on-site parking is available at £1.60 per hour. 

Hampton Court Green is located 500m from the entrance of the palace.

Summer: cash-only flat fee of £6.00
Winter: £1.50 per hour (cash only)

Tickets and prices

Buying online is always cheaper.

  • Members: Free
  • Adult: £21.30
  • Child: £10.70

Opening times

Monday-Sunday- 10:00-18:00
Last admission- 17:00

Last admission to Magic Garden and Maze- 17:15

Please check for information on closures and notices.

Visit essentials

Allow at least two hours to see the highlights of Hampton Court Palace.

Maps and facilities

We offer all the essential facilities and a few you may not expect, including advice and tips for a perfect day out.

  • Hampton Court Palace Map
  • Daily Programme
  • Toilets and cloakrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi access
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Health and Safety advice
  • Dog owner guidance
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Accessibility

We do everything we can to ensure disabled visitors enjoy the full palace experience.

Accessible parking on-site (9 bays), dedicated tours, carer tickets and wheelchair hire available. Download an accessibility guide for more information.

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Eating

All our food is seasonally inspired and freshly prepared.

The Privy Kitchen Café: traditional food, cakes and hot drinks.

The Tiltyard: cafe and self-service restaurant serving drinks, lunches and children's meals freshly prepared.

Fountain Court Café (spring/summer only): afternoon teas and light bites.

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Shopping

Shop for gifts and souvenirs inspired by this famous royal residence and its iconic inhabitants.

Our shops offer everything from souvenirs and gifts, to fine jewellery. You can also shop online and non-EU residents can buy tax-free.

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Group visits

There are special offers and discounts for groups of 15 people or more.

We offer reduced admission for group bookings. Meal deals and private guided tours are also available (subject to availability).

Plan your group visit

School visits

We offer everything you need for the perfect educational visit.

Spaces are limited so book in advance.

You can include special sessions and workshops designed for pupils of all ages. Discounted entry for groups of 15 or more, on-site supervision and meal deals are also available.

Plan your school visit

Hampton Court Palace map

Download your map of the palace and gardens.

Hampton Court Palace map Gardens map Daily programme: 1 August to 1 September 2019
Two female visitors with food and drinks on a tray. The cafe till area is seen in the background.

Grab a coffee or a slice of cake

Enjoy delicious cakes, sandwiches and hot meals in one of our restaurants or cafes. 

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A boy holds up a toy sword and shouts as children play in the background at the Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace
Families Highlights

The Magic Garden

Meet mysterious beasts, storm the battlements and discover the secret grotto in the Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace.

Open daily

Hampton Court Palace

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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Tours and talks

Audio guide tour

Hold the stories of Hampton Court Palace in your hands and experience history where it happened with an audio guide tour.

Daily

Hampton Court Palace

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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Visitors walking through the Privy Garden at Hampton Court Palace
Events Tours and talks

Garden history tours

Explore the fascinating history of Hampton Court Gardens on a free walking tour.

Daily

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Meet at 14:00

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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