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For over 300 years Kensington Palace has been residence to Britain’s young royal families. Share the experience of this public palace and private home in the heart of Kensington …
For over 300 years Kensington Palace has been residence to Britain’s young royal families. Share the experience of this public palace and private home in the heart of Kensington Gardens.Walk in the footsteps of Georgian royalsas you make your way through the magnificent King’s Apartments. Experience stunning state rooms where monarchs received courtiers, ministers and foreign ambassadors, all vying for power and royal patronage.Kensington Palace was the childhood home of Queen Victoria. Discover the staircase where she first met Prince Albert and visit the Red Saloon room where she held her first Privy Council meeting at just 18 years of age. She went on to reign for an incredible 63 years.

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Jan 30, 2025
Some parts of the Kensington Palace grounds are free. These include the Kensington Gardens, the Cradle Walk and the Sunken Garden, with its new memorial statue of Princess Diana. However to go throu… Full review by Mairwen1
Nov 5, 2024
My boyfriend and I decided to stop by after walking through the park and are happy we did as we had such a great experience. We enjoyed learning about the childhood of queen Victoria, rules she had t… Full review by Angie U
Sep 22, 2024
Don’t miss the talks! We thoroughly enjoyed the various rooms in Kensington Palace but the stand outs were the talks on Young Victoria by guide Eleanor and The Georgians by guide Cordelia - brought … Full review by Elephantintheroom22
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This symbol of royalty resides in the heart of Kensington Gardens. Revered for centuries, this grandiose abode has served as a royal reside…
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What is it? One of five London properties managed by Historic Royal Palaces, Kensington Palace has been an official royal residence si…
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Kensington Palace is a royal residence set in Kensington Gardens, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea in London, England. …
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This sight presents a unique opportunity to gain insight into the more personal and domestic facets of royal life. Unlike the imposing Buckin…
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Hi, what would you say is the best Palace gate to enter to see this exhibit…am not great at walking, thanks, Lois
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Hello, If you do the private tour you have to meet at the Queen Victoria Statue which is in the park just sorta behind/side the sunken garden. I'm not sure there is much of a difference …
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Hello, If you do the private tour you have to meet at the Queen Victoria Statue which is in the park just sorta behind/side the sunken garden. I'm not sure there is much of a difference in terms of walking distance from gates to palace. Also, there are stairs involved inside going through the exhibition. Sorry for delayed response.
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Hi, what would you say is the best Palace gate to enter to see this exhibit…am not great at walking, thanks, Lois
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Hi, I'm really sorry, I didn't know about TripAdvisor messages! I'm afraid I don't know, I don't even know which one we used, we kind of found it by mistake, typical tourists Hooe you …
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Hi, I'm really sorry, I didn't know about TripAdvisor messages! I'm afraid I don't know, I don't even know which one we used, we kind of found it by mistake, typical tourists Hooe you get sorted though :)
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Answer by Rachel M · Mar 4, 2024
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Hi can you get a refund if you are unable to attend? Thanks
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No idea - sorry
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Are the gardens open all year round?
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The gardens are open at different times throughout the year and you require an admission ticket. Please check our opening times.
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There is a dedicated Cloakroom Facility to store your belongings
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Nearby Places of interest include Kensington Gardens and Natural History Museum
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During winters only one exit is made available
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Special facilities for blind, short-sighted as well as hearing disabled visitors are available
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Photography is allowed but there are a few restrictions. Please take permission before you click. No filming is allowed
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Wheelchair access is available
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Visitors should remember that cell phone use is not allowed on the premises
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The palace has been a residence of the British Royal Family since the 17th century
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Go through the Kensington Palace ticket prices before proceeding to buy tickets
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The gardens are definitely a must see, that much is for certain but there are a lot of amazing things on display at the palace as well
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Take on a guided tour inside the beautiful brick palace of Kensington Palace with the help of a Kensington Palace tickets listed for sale here
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Even on frosty mornings, lots of people take out the dogs for a stroll
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To the right of the palace is the orangery restaurant that has a terrace where you can enjoy a meal or snack outdoors
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Its many magnificent rooms are now open for the public to explore
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Book tickets in advance
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This will help you know exactly what to visit at kensington palace
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This is a rare chance to get a glimpse into the more domestic and personal side of royal life
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You can wander around the grounds and the entrance areas of kensington palace for free
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