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.

Schedule details

Princess Diana lived at Kensington Palace until her death in 1997

Departure Dates:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

• December 24 - 26 (Christmas)

Departure Point:

Kensington Palace is located adjacent to the Kensington Gardens. Queensway is the closest underground tube station. The main entrance is a five minute walk from the train station. Alternatively, High Street Kensington and Notting Hill Gate underground tube stations are within fifteen minutes walking distance.

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

Hotel Pickup:

Hotel pickup not available

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. Many of the dresses on display were designed by Diana's favourite couturier, Catherine Walker.
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. This was one of the events leading to the so-called 'Glorious Revolution' in which James II was deposed from the throne.
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. This bizarre fashion for enormously-wide dresses fossilized into a kind of uniform that all the ladies at the Georgian court were required to wear. 
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.

Additional information

Kensington Palace, London

Inclusions:

• Guaranteed to skip the long lines!
• Kensington Palace admission ticket offers access to the Palace, the Sunken Garden, the 'Diana, fashion and style’ exhibition and much more!
• Audio guide

Exclusions:

• Optional gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional information

• Confirmation for this Palace of Kensington tickets will be received at time of booking

Family Visits:
We are committed to providing a welcoming, worthwhile and enjoyable visit for families with children. However old your children are, you will find something at Kensington Palace to entertain them. Family trails are packed with fun quizzes, activities, facts and illustrations, the free family trail is the perfect way to explore Kensington Palace as a family.  Hard copies are available at the palace.

Food and Drinks:
The Orangery restaurant offers one of the finest tea selections in London with over ten different flavors to enjoy, as well as a range of premium wines and champagnes. When the weather is fine, sit outside on the terrace and enjoy the view of the palace and its elegant gardens. There's even a special version of the afternoon tea especially for your children.

Audio Guides:
A multi-language audio guide, available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Japanese, leads you through the State Apartments and the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection. The audio guide is included in your ticket price.

Wheelchair Access: Whilst the Palace welcomes all visitors, Kensington Palace is a historical building and there are some areas with difficult stairs and areas where wheelchair access is limited. The State Apartments at Kensington Palace are on the first floor and unfortunately there is no lift available. Most areas of the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection are on a level access, as is the Orangery restaurant, which has a ramp.

Booking Details:

• Confirmation for this Palace of Kensington tickets will be received at time of booking

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