Hampton Court Palace and Gardens Tickets

Discover Hampton Court Palace

What awaits you is a spell-binding Tudor Palace, initially developed by Cardinal Wolsey and later by Henry VIII, positioned next to a Baroque Palace constructed during the reign of William III and Mary III. You’ll be visiting the King’s apartments in the role of one of his courtiers, donning a Tudor cloak and making your way to the enormous kitchens which was where banquets for over 1000 guests were prepared. A right turn past the wine cellar will get you to Chapel Royal, the former seat of the monarch and his companions (Royal Pew), and a still-active place of worship.

Explore the inner workings of a Tudor palace

You’ll also make your way to William III’s State Apartments comprising of the Guard Chamber, the Presence Chamber, the Privy Chamber, and the Great Bedchamber. Up next is 60 acres of beautiful gardens running all the way down to the Thames River. These gardens are home to the world’s oldest maze (spanning a third of an acre), three National Plant Collections (Heliotropium ‘Cherry Pie Plant’, Lantana 'American shrub verbena', Queen Mary II Exoticks), and the largest Grape Vine in the world. The Gardens feature dazzling fountains along with seasonal displays of thousands of blooming flower buds.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Carry a valid photo ID as you'll need it when exchanging your ticket.

• There is no specific dress code but smart, elegant, and respectful clothing is recommended.

• In case you want to make any notes, use pencils and not pens.

What's not allowed

• Eating or drinking is not allowed anywhere in the Palace other than in the designated lunchrooms.

• Smoking is not permitted in any of the buildings.

• No photography/filming is allowed at the Chapel Royal and Royal Pew.

• Visitors are not allowed to touch exhibits placed behind ropes.

Accessibility

• Wheelchairs are available but it's recommended to bring your own.

• A lift is available from the 1st floor to the State Apartments.

• Single-person mobility scooters are available.

• Those who are especially disabled will require valid medical proof to bring along a carer.

• Disabled visitors require a ticket but their carer can enter free of charge.

Additional information

• Kids aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

• The operating hours are subject to change. Please check the calendar to see the operating hours on your intended day of visit.

• Wedding and engagement photography is reserved solely for couples holding their ceremony at Hampton Court Palace. All professional photography requests must be arranged directly with the Events Department.