Skip the Line: Kensington Palace Tickets

Visit Kensington Palace the royal home of Queen Victoria and Princess Diana. Even better, by booking your ticket ahead of time you'll jump the queue at no extra cost! Don't waste time waiting in lines on vacation!

Kensington Palace has been a royal home for over 300 years, and parts of the palace remain a private residence for members of the Royal Family today. The palace has been the setting for many great events and dramas in royal history. Queen Victoria was born in the palace, and it was here that she learnt she had become queen.

Diana, Fashion and Style Exhibition
This unique exhibition is free of charge and  charts the blossoming of Princess Diana's style, from the 1983 silk evening dress by Donald Campbell to the sleek black Versace cocktail dress she wore in 1995.

The last debutantes exhibition
Included in your ticket price this new exhibition will take you on a journey into the glamorous and alluring world of the debutante, marking the 50th anniversary of the last court presentations. Enter the world of the debutante and experience the bewildering rules of etiquette and the dizzying schedule of presentations, cocktail parties and dances. Stunning gowns will be on display, including examples of couture by Christian Dior and Pierre Balmain. You will also have the chance to be schooled in the art of the perfect curtsey.

Schedule details

Princess Diana lived at Kensington Palace until her death in 1997

Departure Point:

Kensington Palace is located adjacent to the Kensington Gardens.

Departure Time:

By pre-purchasing your ticket online, you can skip the long lines (which can take up to two hours!) by using the "group ticket" window. It's fast and simple. We recommend 2 hours for your visit.

March 1 to October 31:
• Daily 10:00am to 6:00pm
• Last admission at 5:00pm

November 1 to February 28:

• Daily 10:00am to 5:00pm
• Last admission at 4:00pm

Pricing information

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Additional information

Kensington Palace, London

Inclusions:

• Guaranteed to skip the long lines
• Kensington Palace Admission ticket

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Wheelchair accessible

Itinerary:

Kensington Palace has various exhibitions, activities and special events throughout the year. Many are included in your admission ticket. To discover the 'Top Ten' things to see and do at the Palace, see below. Feel free to ask questions of any of the Warders during your visit. They will be happy to answer your questions.

1. Diana, Fashion and Style Exhibition: This unique exhibition is free of charge and  charts the blossoming of Princess Diana's style, from the 1983 silk evening dress by Donald Campbell to the sleek black Versace cocktail dress she wore in 1995.
2. Queen Victoria's bedroom: Come and stand in the very bedroom in which, in the early hours of June 20, 1837, the young Princess Victoria awoke to the news that she was to be queen.
3. The King's Staircase: The King's staircase walls and ceiling are painted with William Kent's vivid portrayals of George I's court and its characters. As you climb the impressive staircase, see if you can spot the famous faces.
4. Mary of Modena's bed: This fine bed of red and blue velvet is called the 'Warming Pan Bed', because tradition has it that this was the very bed in which Mary of Modena, wife of James II, gave birth in 1688. His enemies claimed that Mary had in fact miscarried and that an impostor baby had been smuggled into the bed in a warming-pan.
5. Court Mantua: Woven with a design of stripes and scrolling garlands in silver and trimmed with sparkling silver lace, this dress would have left onlookers gazing in awe and wonder at its unparalleled beauty and splendor.
6. The Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection: The Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection is a unique presentation of royal, court and ceremonial dress dating from the 18th century to the present day. The display includes a stunning collection of dresses worn by HM Queen Elizabeth II.
7. The Kings Gallery: The largest and longest of the state apartments at Kensington Palace, the King's gallery is as spectacular today as it was when decorated for King George I in 1727.
8. The Orangery: Built for Queen Anne in 1704-5 and used for court entertainment, today the Orangery provides an elegant setting for the palace restaurant. The Orangery is a member of the prestigious Tea Guild and offers one of the finest tea selections in London, as well as a range of premium wines and champagnes.
9. The Sunken Garden: Celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the planting of the beautiful Sunken garden by enjoying the views of this intimate and tranquil oasis. Access is free and does not require a Palace ticket.
10. The last debutantes exhibition: This temporary exhibition explores the glamorous and alluring world of the debutante. See glamorous ball gowns designed by the likes of Christian Dior and Pierre Balmain and learn the art of the perfect curtsey.

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