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Tour the 17th century Kensington Palace in London, that was home to young royals for over 300 years. Indulge in the ultimate getaway with a serene overnight stay at a local hotel, complete with a delightful breakfast to kickstart your day!

Kensington Palace unveils a palace of secret stories and public lives. Arrive through stunning landscaped gardens and be greeted by a statue of one of Kensington Palace’s most famous residents, Queen Victoria. Walk in the footsteps of Kings and Queens as you venture through the elegant state apartments.

Filled with stories of two royal courts; the Stuarts and the Hanoverians, step back in time as you discover what you would have worn, how you would have had to behave and how to navigate the heady atmosphere of court at Kensington Palace.

Venture through the childhood rooms of Queen Victoria in our Victoria: A Royal Childhood permanent exhibition and discover the princess’s education, family life, friendships and bitter struggles during her life under the strict “Kensington System”.

In March 2024, Kensington Palace will unveil a new exhibition, Untold Lives: A palace at work, telling the stories of the forgotten individuals who have worked behind the scenes at the Palace over the centuries. It will explore their origins and identities, extraordinary skills, and the intimate roles many of them had in keeping the palaces running. Taking place inside the Pigott Gallery, this temporary exhibition will see a range of fascinating objects go on display, from portraiture to personal mementoes.

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Kathryn Carlisle

a week ago

Kensington Palace was stunning. The exterior architecture and interior artworks, styling, ceiling paintings, and flooring were terrific to view. A new designer exhibit showcased a range of clothing influenced by various royal eras. The artwork in the King's Gallery was stunning, and the wallpaper in a hallway was designed with different Diana images. The exterior sculpture of Queen Victoria is excellent. There is a cafe and toilets in Kensington Palace.

Yvonne Beck

a week ago

Always love visiting the palace and this was for the Dress Codes exhibition. That was small but amazing to see. Loved the gift shop and bought another tea towel. The cafe was almost closing when I went but still served me. Great staff.

Mary Musa

a month ago

I had the pleasure of visiting Kensington Palace with my family in the evening, and it was a truly memorable experience. Kensington Palace is one of London’s most elegant historic landmarks, blending royal history with beautifully curated exhibits. Once the childhood home of Queen Victoria and the residence of Princess Diana, the palace holds deep significance in Britain’s royal heritage. Today, it is still a working royal residence for members of the Royal Family while also open to the public. The exhibits are outstanding—ranging from the regal State Apartments to special collections of royal fashion, portraits, and artifacts. Each gallery tells a story of the monarchs who lived here, and the attention to detail makes the experience both educational and inspiring. One of the best features is the audio guide, which is included for visitors. It brings the palace to life with engaging stories, helping tourists understand the history, architecture, and personalities behind the palace walls. Combined with the lush Kensington Gardens just outside, the visit feels like stepping into living history. Overall, Kensington Palace offers the perfect balance of royal history and cultural experience—a must-visit for anyone exploring London. 👑✨

Elle

2 months ago

Pleasantly surprised! I went here by myself and really enjoyed my visit. I am not a history buff by any means but the guided audio tour made it really interesting walking around the 3 apartments and then the best part was catching one of the guides doing their timed talks about Caroline and her life. He was so engaging and the story was interesting. The gardens were lovely and the cafe delicious. I had a lemon pound cake and a cheese tomato toasty that had a lot more flavor than I expected. I think it was spiced well. There are a few stairs going up and down the palace but manageable. It also helped that it didn’t feel too overwhelming and big. It took me about 2.5 hours to look at everything at a very leisurely pace. I went on a Friday afternoon and there was no wait to get inside and a very manageable amount of people inside so it didn’t feel too touristy. Would definitely recommend if interested at all in the royal history or how they used to live.

Ana-Maria Baraian

2 months ago

I recently visited Kensington Palace and found it a really interesting experience. Walking through the rooms gave me a real sense of history, almost like stepping back in time. The exhibitions were well presented, and it was fascinating to learn about the lives of the royals who lived there. The palace is famous for being the birthplace and childhood home of Queen Victoria, and in more recent history it became the official residence of Princess Diana, which makes it very special to many visitors. Today, parts of it are still used by members of the Royal Family, while other areas are open to the public, giving you a unique mix of living history and heritage. Overall, it was a memorable visit that gave me a chance to connect with the stories behind one of London’s most iconic royal homes.