Full Description

Home to the Kings and Queens of Britain since the time of Henry VIII, Hampton Court Palace is one of the most famous visitor attractions in the country. Although perhaps best-known as a Tudor Palace, Hampton Court Palace, with its magnificent buildings, world-famous gardens and priceless art collection, continues to inspire visitors of all ages. Discover the magnificent State Apartments of Henry VIII and William III, explore 60 acres of immaculate riverside gardens and lose yourself in the world-famous maze.

Must see attractions:

• Henry VIII's State Apartments with their exquisite tapestries and paintings
• The magnificent Chapel Royal with its carved and gilded ceiling
• King William III's State Apartments, superbly restored after the 1986 fire
• The Queen's Apartments and the Georgian Rooms that encapsulate the 18th-century 'age of elegance'
• The Tudor Kitchens where you can find roaring fires and Tudor delicacies
• The Triumphs of Caesar painted by Andrea Mantegna, one of the great artistic creations of the Italian Renaissance
• 60 acres of landscaped grounds, including the world-famous Maze, the Great Vine and the recently restored Privy Garden

Additional Information

Tickets are booked through Evan Evans Tours.

During peak times (school holidays) we use hourly timeslots. You can arrive at any time within your chosen one-hour timeslot, so if your timeslot starts at 10.00, you can arrive any time between 10.00 and 11.00.

During off-peak times (during UK term time) we have been able to remove timeslots, in line with Government advice. This means you can arrive any time within our opening hours and do not need to select a specific entry time.

Hampton Court Palace & Gardens Opening Hours:

Summer: 10.00am to 6.00pm (April - October)
Winter: 10.00am to 4.30pm (November - March)
Last admission 1hr before closing
Palace, Maze and Tiltyard Café close earlier
Closed 24, 25 and 26 December

Please note, you will require a printed copy of your ticket. After booking an official Historic Royal Palaces e-ticket will be e-mailed within 24 hours. This must be presented at the main entrance at the date and time shown. Evan Evans e-tickets alone are not valid for entry.