Experience the Christmas traditions of Princess Victoria
Step into the home of Princess Victoria and experience the magical atmosphere of a Regency Christmas, brought back to life at Kensington Palace.
Enter a world of flickering candles, theatrical festivities and Yuletide traditions. Take delight in special displays inspired by the Christmases that unfolded in the life and imagination of the future Queen Victoria.
Along the way, you will discover how many of our favourite Christmas traditions can be traced back to Kensington Palace in the 1830s.
View a display of trees hung with ‘sugar ornaments’ or take in bespoke illustrations, handmade paper decorations and period-style gifts.
Enjoy a pop-up theatre set inspired by Victoria’s festive trips to London opera houses. Take your seat in an enchanting opera box fit for royalty and make memories with a special selfie. Discover the roots of the Christmas traditions we know and love today.
Further information
Please note, there may be some festive background music playing during visits.
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- Things to see
- Exhibition
Untold Lives
A new exhibition at Kensington Palace, uncovering the forgotten stories of those who worked at the royal palaces over 300 years ago.
- Until 27 October 2024
- In line with palace opening hours
- Kensington Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The Sunken Garden
The Sunken Garden at Kensington Palace displays elegant floral planting and a statue of Diana, Princess of Wales.
- Viewed from Cradle Walk only
- Open daily, 10:00-18:00. Last entry 17.45.
- Kensington Palace
- Free
- Things to see
The Queen’s State Apartments
Explore the beautiful private rooms at Kensington Palace where Mary II once took her meals, relaxed and entertained.
- Open
- In line with palace opening hours
- Kensington Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
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Queen Victoria
From pampered princess to elderly empress: wife, mother and queen
William III and Mary II
England's only joint sovereigns, who transformed Kensington Palace into a royal residence
The story of Kensington Palace
An elegant retreat for Britain's royal family
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