London: Hampton Court Private Guided Tour Private Guided Tour by Vehicle

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ID: GYG52910-192249
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Country: United Kingdom

Duration: 04:00 hours


Description

Enjoy priority entrance to Hampton Court Palace on a 4-hour guided tour from central London, and enter the world of Henry VIII. Feel the chill of the Haunted Gallery, marvel at the baroque apartments of William and Mary, and take a stroll in the gardens.
Discover one of the oldest royal palaces in London on a half-day guided tour of Hampton Court Palace, transferring from Waterloo Station to the magnificent Tudor castle in the southwest suburbs.

Developed by Cardinal Wolsey, and later Henry VIII, Hamton Court stands next to a baroque palace that was built by William III and Mary II. By the time of his death in 1547, Henry VIII had over 60 houses, but in the latter part of his reign none were more important to him than Hampton Court Palace.

Visit the King’s apartments as one of his courtiers, wearing a Tudor cloak and sneaking down to the vast kitchens where banquets were prepared for as many as 1,000 guests. Discover the “Young Henry” in an exhibition dedicated to his relationship with his first Queen, Katherine of Aragon.

See the splendid apartments of William and Mary from the late 17th century, and enjoy the same spectacular views of the gardens. Then, explore the 60 acres of palace gardens that run down to the River Thames. See sparkling fountains and seasonal displays of thousands of flowering bulbs.

Visit the New Cumberland Art Gallery and discover the Royal collection, including works from Rembrandt, Caravaggio, Holbein, Van Dyck, and Canaletto.

Highlights

  • Enjoy fast-track entrance to Hampton Court Palace
  • Visit the State Apartments of Henry VIII
  • Wander the beautiful palace gardens to see stunning floral displays
  • Feel the heat of the fire in Henry's Tudor Kitchens

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.