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For over 500 years, Hampton Court Palace has stood serenely on the banks of the River Thames. Many important historical figures, including 12 monarchs, have fallen helplessly for her charms. Will you join them?
One of Henry VIII's most enduring passions was for the palace on the Thames. To this day, you can still experience the 
beauty that so enthralled him, as you stroll around six acres of magnificent buildings. Each and every corner will capture your heart.
The Georgian Rooms
These splendid apartments make the ideal start to your tour. Experience palace intrigue at first hand as a free sound guide opens up the private world of King George II and Queen Caroline
in their most intimate surroundings.The King's Apartments
Beneath the colonnade in Clock Court is the entrance to the King's Apartments lovingly restored to their full glory after the fire of 1986. Here, you'll find the King's Great Bedchamber and his Eating Room as well as the magnificent King's Staircase.Riverside Gardens
Explore the 60 acres of beautiful gardens, then
try unravelling our world famous maze.Henry VIII's State Apartments
Up the staircase, beneath Anne Boleyn's Gateway, you'll find the state apartments of Henry VIII, the setting for some of the key events in his life. Here, he learnt of betrayal as well as experiencing the joy of seeing his son baptised. History will never have seemed so
vivid.The Tudor Kitchens
With 1000 meals to be served in Henry VIII's Great Hall every day, the kitchens were always busy. Why not pick up some of the mouth-watering recipes at the kitchen shop?The Courtyards & Cloisters
Cut through the immaculately kept courtyards as you head towards your next port of call. You never know what you might find in the way!
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
Open Daily except 24th to 26th December.25th March to 28th October: 10.00 - 18.00 (last admission 17.00). 29th October yo 24th March: 10.00 - 16.30 (last admission 15.30). Please check our website for garden opening timesAllow at least three hours for your visit |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
Gate prices as at 1st March:Adult £15.00; Student (with ID) and Senior Citizen £10.50; Child under 16yrs £6.50; Child under 5 Free; Family Ticket £36.00 (up to 2 adults and 3 children) Seperate tickets are avalible for the Formal gardens and Maze only. Please see our website for further details. Membership prices: Membership enables unlimited entries for 12 months to Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Banqueting House, Kensington Palace and Kew Palace plus a host of other benefits. Individual £37.00; Joint individual £58.00; Family £73.00. Advance bookings: Phone 0870 753 7777 Mon-Fri: 09:00-21:00 Weekends & Bank Holidays: 10:00-17:00. Online tickets: www.hrp.org.uk (incur a booking fee) 24-hour recorded information: Phone: 0870 752 7777. Or FREE with your Londonpass |
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Directions
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By Car: From the M25 take either exit 10 and A307, exit 12 and A308 or exit 15 and A312. Parking is available. By Train: 32 minutes direct from London Waterloo to Hampton Court Station. By River Launch: From Westminster, Richmond or Kingston. By Bus: 411, 111, 216, 451, 461, 513, 726, R68, 267 (Summer Sundays only); Green Line Coach from Victoria: 718. |
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