Tour Kensington Palace

What is there to see at Kensington Palace?

You can wander through lavish staterooms of Kensington Palace, and stroll through the incredible gardens at this magnificent stately building.

Victoria - A Royal Childhood

Delve into the world of a lively and creative princess, who became queen at the tender age of 18.  Tour Victoria's rooms to learn about her family life, friendships and bitter struggles during her early years. You can also see a display of personal items, including a poignant scrapbook of mementos created by her governess, Baroness Lehzen.

The King’s State Apartments

See the King’s State Apartments, kitted out with grand artworks and a magnificent décor. Don’t miss the Cupola Room, the site of Princess Victoria’s baptism and described as the palace’s “most splendidly decorated room”.

The Pavilion

Set right in the heart of Kensington Gardens, you can enjoy fantastic views of the Sunken Garden and experience a traditional Kensington Palace afternoon tea by visiting the Pavilion.

Palace People and Interesting Characters

Discover the stories of some of the colourful characters associated with Kensington Palace; from Diana the Princess of Wales, to Queen Elizabeth II and William Hester, the royal rat-catcher.

The Sunken Garden

Installed in 1908, the Sunken Garden is one of the best features of Kensington Gardens. It was modelled on one of the gardens at Hampton Court Palace, and   showcases vividly colourful exotic plants in the summer months (April – October).

How to use your eTicket

Important: Upon booking your Kensington Palace tickets, you will receive a confirmation of payment, and then be emailed a PDF eTicket. You must print your PDF eTicket and bring it with you, and present it at the ticket counter at Kensington Palace. Please ensure you visit on the date selected when purchasing. If you wish to visit at another date, delays may be caused.

Opening times for Kensington Palace

• 5 - 20 December: Saturday - Sunday 10am - 4pm, last admission 3pm (2:30pm slot).

Closure dates

Tickets for Kensington Palace will not be valid to use on closure dates.

• 24 - 26 December

How to get to Kensington Palace

• Address: Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX
• Get off at High Street Kensington station (10 minute walk) on the District, Circle and Piccadilly lines.
• Get off at Queensway station (10 minute walk) on the Central line.
• Get off at Notting Hill Gate station (20-25 minute walk) on Central, District and Circle lines
• All stations for Kensington Palace are in London Underground Travel Zone 1 – use a London Zones 1-6 Travelcard or an Oyster Card to get there

Additional information

• Gift shop and café on site

Accessibility Information

• All public areas of the palace are wheelchair accessible
• Free tickets to Kensington Palace are available to carers.

• Customers are asked to wear mask or face coverings at any time.
• The amount of people entering our sites will be limited to every 30 minutes, so we can prevent spaces becoming too crowded.
• Clear signage to facilitate social distancing for staff and visitors will be provided.
• In some cases, screens will be used to protect visitors and staff. Where appropriate, staff will also be provided with PPE.
• Hand sanitiser dispensers are provided for visitors across our sites.
• Implemented an enhanced cleaning regime.
• Only payment by card/contactless will be accepted.