Kensington Palace

Address: Kensington Palace State Apartments, Kensington Gardens

London

W8 4PX
Telephone:: 0333 320 6000
Email: [email protected]
Public transport:: Tube: Queensway/High St Kensington Train: Paddington/ Victoria

About

Explore the birthplace of Queen Victoria.

Venture beyond the royal doors of Kensington Palace to immerse yourself in more than three centuries of history with specially curated exhibitions and displays.

What is there to see at Kensington Palace?

Wander through the re-imagined childhood rooms of Queen Victoria, admire the lavishly decorated King’s State Apartments and marvel at the glistening gems on show in The Jewel Room.

Glimpse into the early years of Queen Victoria’s life with the Victoria: A Royal Childhood exhibition, which is full of personal objects such as her doll’s house and a scrapbook made by her governess.

Don’t miss the famous landscaped Kensington Palace gardens – see flowers and a statue dedicated to Diana, Princess of Wales, in the Sunken Garden; stroll through pretty Cradle Walk; and gaze at the poppies, daisies and other native wildflowers in the wildflower meadow during the summer months.

What’s on at Kensington Palace?

Discover the forgotten stories of those who worked at the royal palaces more than 300 years ago as part of the Untold Lives exhibition. Entry to this exhibition, which opens 14 March 2024, is included within admission to the palace but tickets must be booked in advance to guarantee entry.

How can I get tickets?

Book Kensington Palace tickets now.

How long does a visit take?

The recommended time to visit Kensington Palace and its grounds is two to three hours.

Can I eat at Kensington Palace?

The Palace Café (open to ticket holders only) and The Kensington Palace Pavilion are the perfect eateries for a relaxed lunch or an indulgent afternoon tea.

Where is Kensington Palace?

Kensington Palace is located within Kensington Gardens, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

Other royals who live within the palace’s grounds include The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke and Duchess of Kent, and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent.

How to get there

The nearest Tube stations are High Street Kensington (Circle and District lines) and Queensway (Central line).

Various bus routes stop close to the palace on Kensington High Street, Kensington Church Street and Bayswater Road.

There are also Santander Cycles docking stations at Black Lion Gate and Palace Gate, both at Kensington Gardens.

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Prices and opening times

Child Ticket	From £12.70 per ticket
Concession Ticket	From £20.30 per ticket
Adult Ticket	From £25.40 per ticket

Free entry for children under 5.

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Opening Times

Wednesday - Sunday: 10:00-18:00. Last admission: 17:00.

Facilities & Accessibility

Access Inside Building Facilities: Accessible lift; All routes suitable for limited mobility users; All routes suitable for pushchairs or prams; All routes suitable for wheelchair users; Ramps with handrail within building; Ramps within building; Seating for limited mobility users along routes; Some routes with tactile features for visually impaired users; Steps with handrail within building; Steps within building
Access into the Building: Assisted wheelchair access; Flat routes from parking area to entrance
Accessible Bathroom Facilities: Designated wheelchair accessible public toilet
Accessible Communication Facilities: Audible alarm system
Accessible Venue Facilities: Assistance dogs welcome; Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities; Level access, ramp or lift to dining area; Level access, ramp or lift to restaurant or cafe; Level access, ramp or lift to the shop; Staff available to assist; Staff disability awareness trained; Wheelchairs available free of charge
Additional Accessible Facilities: Accessible baby changing rooms; Level access, ramp or lift to garden; Level access, ramp or lift to information point; Level access, ramp or lift to ticket issuing point; Low payment counters; Low reception or information counters; Portable chip and pin machines
Attraction Facilities: Audio commentary available; Gift shop; Patron toilets; Public toilets
Booking Facilities: Coach parties accepted; Group bookings accepted
Catering Facilities: Cafe; Halal options on menu; Kosher options on menu; Nut-free option on menu; Private Dining; Restaurant; Vegetarian options on menu
Children Facilities: Children welcome; Childrens menu
Event Facilities: Available for wedding receptions; Licenced for civil marriages; Offers charity rates; Wedding service
General Facilities: Free WiFi; Lifts
Payment Facilities: Group rates available

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