Hampton Court Palace
Enter the residence of Henry VII at Hampton Court and explore its chambers and visit the Palace’s Haunted Gallery to have chills down your spineBestseller
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Grab a free audio guide at the palace shop before you start exploring.
Need a lift? There's a staff-operated one on the first floor of the main building for visitors with mobility issues.
Want to save some cash and enjoy a quiet meal? Bring your own food and water. The on-site cafes might be limited on vegetarian options.
If you don't mind crowds, visit during the summer for jousting, flower shows, and music festivals.
Palace parking is limited, so consider parking at Hampton Court train station or booking a spot nearby in advance.
For a more immersive experience, book a private guided tour.
Leave the Tudor costumes at home! Palace staff wear them so you may be denied entry or asked to change as you might cause confusion.
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About Hampton Court Palace
Hampton Court Palace is a captivating time warp. Its iconic maze, sprawling gardens, and lavish State Rooms offer a glimpse into Tudor life. Beyond the royal drama, discover the world's largest surviving 16th-century kitchens and the Great Hall. Rumor has it that the palace is haunted by Catherine Howard, adding a touch of mystery to its rich history.
This place is where the drama of Henry VIII's six wives unfolded. Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard were both arrested here – and Jane Seymour sadly passed away, giving birth to the future King Edward VI.
Shakespeare and his crew performed Hamlet and Macbeth for King James I right here in 1603.
Hampton Court Palace holds the unique distinction of being the birthplace of the Church of England. This occurred when Henry VIII bravely broke from the Roman Catholic church after the Pope declined to annul his marriage with Catherine of Aragon, enabling him to marry Anne Boleyn.
The only one of Henry’s queens to have a funeral, Jane Seymour’s lungs and heart are stored in a lead box behind the altar at the chapel at Hampton Court Palace.
The gardens and the palace have been the backdrop for countless movies and TV shows, including 'Bridgerton', 'Queen Charlotte', 'Sherlock Holmes', 'Pirates of the Caribbean', 'Mamma Mia', 'The Theory of Everything', and 'Three Men in a Boat'.
Why visit Hampton Court Palace?
Highlights
Plan your visit
Tudor Great Gatehouse
The main entrance to Hampton Court Palace is through the impressive Tudor Great Gatehouse. You'll cross a little bridge over a grassy moat to get there.
Trophy Gate
Trophy Gate is the entrance for cars and pedestrians, located on the A309.
Small lockers can be found in the Buggy Park and used with a deposit of £1.
Audio Guide tours are available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, and British Sign Language (BSL).
The Paalce Shop is located opposite the Ticket Office and the Undercroft Shop is located in the Undercroft.
A kids' play area, the Magic Garden, is available.
Hampton Court Palace has a wide range of food and refreshments available to enjoy at 2 cafés and 2 kiosks.
Toilets are available in the Wilderness, the Base Court, the Fountain Court, and the Kitchen Garden. All toilets have disabled access.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the palace.
Limited parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, charged at £1.60 per hour, payable by card. There are 10 disabled parking bays available on site. Parking on-site is free for Blue Badge holders.
Please alert a uniformed member of staff if someone requires first aid during the visit.
This is an open charge unit installed at Hampton Court Palace.
Wheelchairs are available for visitors.
The palace is accessible to wheelchair-users.
Strollers are allowed in the gardens.
Service dogs are allowed.
A staff-operated lift to the first floor is avaialble.