Watch highlight of Hampton Court Palace
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 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.
Visit
Opening times
Monday 2nd Closed
Tuesday 3rd Closed
Wednesday 4th 10:00 - 16:00
Thursday 5th 10:00-16:00
Friday 6th 10:00-16:00
Saturday 7th 10:00 - 16:00
Sunday 8th 10:00 - 16:00
Last admission: 15:00.
Monday 2nd Closed
Tuesday 3rd Closed
Wednesday 4th Closed
Thursday 5th Closed
Friday 6th Closed
Saturday 7th Closed
Sunday 8th Closed
Check for palace or temporary route closures and conservation work taking place this year before your visit.
Tickets and prices
Pre-booking is recommended. Ticket prices change for peak and off-peak tickets.
Dogs are not permitted within the palace, courtyards or gardens unless they are trained assistance dogs.
Hampton Court Palace ticket prices from (excluding donation):
- Members: Free
- Adult: £29.00
- Child age 5-15: £14.50
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.
Highlights
Easter Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt
21 March - 12 April 2026
The Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt is back by popular demand to Hampton Court Palace throughout the Easter holidays.
Enjoy a great day out
Keep everyone entertained with a day out at Hampton Court Palace.
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- Things to see
Great Hall
Experience the splendour of the Tudor court in Henry VIII's Great Hall, complete with his magnificent tapestries.
- Open
- In line with palace opening hours
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- 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
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
Georgian Story
Discover the grandeur of the Georgian royal court and follow in the footsteps of queens and kings in the rooms where they lived and entertained guests.
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Open (Closed 13 March)
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
What's on
- Events
- Things to see
Tulip Festival
Our Tulip Festival returns for another year this spring.
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From 11 April 2026
- 10:00 - 17:30
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission. (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
- Families
- Events
The Big Bahooey
A day of serious nonsense for all the family this May half term bank holiday weekend.
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23 - 25 May 2026
- Open in line with palace hours.
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)
- Events
- Families
Beano Havoc at Hampton Court Palace
Experience a blamtastic summer adventure with Dennis and pals at Hampton Court Palace
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25 July - 23 August 2026
- Hampton Court Palace
- Included in palace admission. (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
Film and TV locations at Hampton Court Palace
From Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story to Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light, Hampton Court Palace is the backdrop for some favourite TV shows and films.
Members go free
Enjoy unlimited adventures at our magnificent palaces, discount in our shops and cafés, and exclusive events when you become a member of Historic Royal Palaces.
How Henry VII used his Welsh ancestry to secure the English Crown
The Tudors are England’s most famous royal dynasty, but their origins begin far from the centres of English power. They begin in rural Wales.
Henry VIII's wives
Six queens, six women
These six queens consort all had one man in common: King Henry VIII. But is it possible to understand them as individuals, even after 500 years?
"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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