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Highlights of Hampton Court Palace

Hampton Court Palace

Discover the home of Henry VIII

Discover the home of Henry VIII

Experience the public dramas and private lives of Henry VIII, his wives and their children in the world of the Tudor court. Admire Henry's Great Hall and Tudor kitchens, and discover the spectacular baroque palace built for William III and Mary II. Explore 60 acres of magnificent gardens and the popular Magic Garden adventure playground.

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Opening times

21 July – 07 September 2024 
Daily: 10:00-17:30 
Last admission: 16:30 

There are temporary route closures in place around the palace. Check our opening times page for all closures before you visit. 

The Magic Garden opens at 11:00 on certain dates throughout the year.

Tickets and prices

Explore Hampton Court Palace. Pre-booking is recommended and ticket prices are different for peak and off peak visits.

Dogs are not permitted within the palace, courtyards or gardens unless they are trained assistance dogs.

Ticket prices from (excluding donation):

  • Members: Free
  • Adult: £27.20
  • Child age 5-15: £13.60

Getting here

Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU. Directions

Find out how to get here, which includes both public transport and car parking options.

Enjoy a day out for all the family

Keep the family entertained with a day out at Hampton Court Palace.

Hampton Court Palace Food Festival

24 - 26 August 2024

Join a bank holiday weekend celebration of food and drink in Hampton Court Palace's iconic gardens.

Included in your ticket

  • Things to see

The Tudor World in the Wolsey Rooms

Discover the oldest rooms at Hampton Court Palace and meet the ordinary men and women who enabled the Tudor court to exist and flourish.

  • Open
  • In line with palace opening hours
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  • Included in palace admission (members go free)
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  • Families
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The Magic Garden

Meet mysterious beasts, storm the battlements and discover the secret grotto in the Magic Garden at Hampton Court Palace.

  • Open
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  • Included in palace admission (members go free)
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  • Things to see

Hampton Court Gardens

Take time to explore and relax in these world-renowned gardens and find our free entry Garden Open Days dates.

  • Open in line with palace opening hours.
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  • Included in palace admission (members go free)
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What's on

  • Exhibition
  • Things to see

The Indian Army at the Palace

Explore the forgotten story of Indian Army soldiers who camped at Hampton Court Palace in the early 20th century, through a new exhibition of previously unseen objects, photographs, film and personal stories.

  • Until 28 September 2025
  • In line with palace opening hours
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  • Included in palace admission (members go free)
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BOOKING SOON

  • Families
  • Events

Halloween at Hampton Court Palace

Discover the magic behind Henry VIII's haunted palace.

  • 26 October - 03 November 2024
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  • Included in palace admission (members go free)
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  • Events

Concours of Elegance

Join us as 60 of the rarest cars in the world gather in the incredible Fountain Garden at Hampton Court Palace.

  • 30 August - 01 September 2024
  • Friday and Saturday 10:00-18:00; Sunday 10:00-17:30
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  • Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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What's been filmed at Hampton Court Palace?

From costume dramas to documentaries, discover the historic locations behind your favourite TV shows and films.

Browse history and stories

Katherine Parr

Scholar, Stepmother, Survivor

The remarkable life of Henry VIII’s last Queen

The Queen's Bedchamber in the Georgian Apartments at Hampton Court Palace. The crimson state bed was made for the Prince and Princess of Wales (the future King George II and Queen Caroline) in 1715. It is surrounded by a gilded bed rail, possibly made for King Charles II's wife, Henrietta Maria, then used by the King himself.

Queen Caroline's State Bed is Back!... on Display

Hear from our Conservators on our Blog

Go behind the scenes with the Conservation team at Hampton Court Palace, who are continuing their work on Queen Caroline's much-loved State Bed.

"I am always in constant awe of everything inside and outside of the palace and I always look forward to my next visit."

-Palace Member

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