His Royal Highness The Prince Philip,
Duke of Edinburgh

Historic Royal Palaces joins the Royal Family and millions of people across the country in mourning the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

Following the death of His Royal Highness, there will be changes to opening hours for the gardens at Hampton Court Palace and Hillsborough Castle. For further information, please read our FAQs page.

 

 

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Refreshments to enjoy at this stylish royal residence

Refreshments to enjoy at this stylish royal residence

9 April 2021. Following the death of His Royal Highness, there will be changes to opening hours for the gardens at Hampton Court Palace and Hillsborough Castle. For further information, please read our FAQs page

The Palace Café is open serving a range of takeaway drinks and snacks including delicious pastries.

Outdoor socially distanced seating is also available.

Christmas chocolate yule log

The Palace Café

The Palace Café is the perfect place to stop and relax for a quick bite or refreshment after a visit to the palace. We offer a range of take-away food and drink including cakes and pastries fit for royalty. 

Outdoor seating is available and will align to social distancing guidance.

Only contactless payments can be accepted at the café.

Opening times

Wednesday to Sunday: 10.30-16.00.

Kensington Palace Pavilion restaurant and café interior.

Kensington Palace Pavilion and Tea Room - (currently closed)

Open for breakfast and lunch, the Pavilion is situated opposite the Sunken Garden where TRH Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced their engagement.

The Pavilion is the only place in London where you can also enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in the grounds of a royal palace. Sit back, relax and treat yourself to beautiful food and drink surrounded by over 300 years of royal history.

Opening times

  • Winter (November to February)
    10:00-16:00
  • Summer (March to October)
    10:00-18:00

The Pavilion Afternoon tea is available between 12:00-16:00 and costs £34.00 per person. Make a reservation below.

The Kensington Palace Pavilion Afternoon Tea is also available with Vegan or Vegetarian options or can be made from non-gluten containing ingredients.

Please check upcoming closures before you travel.

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Picnics

Why not bring a picnic and a comfy blanket and enjoy a relaxed lunch with friends in the grounds of Kensington Gardens?

Inside the buildings

Except for in designated eating areas, food and drink is not allowed within the confines of the building.

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Things to see Highlights

Victoria: A Royal Childhood

Discover the story of Princess Victoria, the young girl destined to be queen, in the rooms where she was born and raised at Kensington Palace.

Closed

Kensington Palace

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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The King's State Apartments interior
Highlights Things to see

The King's State Apartments

Wander through the lavish rooms of the King's State Apartments, each one grander than the last, at Kensington Palace.

Closed

Kensington Palace

Included in palace admission (members go free)

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A floral display reading '200 years' outside the East Front of Kensington Palace, under a bright blue sky and surrounded by formal lawn. The palace is in the background.
Things to see

Kensington Palace Gardens

Walk in the footsteps of royalty in the beautiful Kensington Palace gardens.

Closed

Kensington Palace

Free

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