Hampton Court Palace

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.

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Opening times

Hampton Court Palace and Gardens Tuesday 14 April: 10:00 - 17:30

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Monday 13th 10:00 - 17:30

Tuesday 14th 10:00 - 17:30

Wednesday 15th 10:00 - 17:30

Thursday 16th 10:00 - 17:30

Friday 17th 10:00 - 17:30

Saturday 18th 10:00-17:30

Sunday 19th 10:00-17:30

Last admission: 1 hour before closing 16:30.

13-17 April 2026: The Queen's State apartments will be closed on these days for conservation.

Magic Garden Tuesday 14 April: 10:00-17:45

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Monday 13th 10:00-17:45

Tuesday 14th 10:00-17:45

Wednesday 15th 10:00-17:45

Thursday 16th 10:00-17:45

Friday 17th 10:00-17:45

Saturday 18th 10:00-17:45

Sunday 19th 10:00-17:45

Last admission: 17:00

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 (excluding donation):

Members: Free
Adult: £29.00
Child age 5-15: £14.50

Getting here

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

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Highlights

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Included in your ticket

Things to see

Great Hall

Experience the splendour of the Tudor court in Henry VIII's Great Hall, complete with his magnificent tapestries.

Dates: Open
Times: In line with palace opening hours
Location: Hampton Court Palace
Ticket type: Included in palace admission (Members go free)

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Families
Things to see

The Magic Garden

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

Dates:
10:00 - 17:45. Last admission 17:00.
Location: Hampton Court Palace
Ticket type: Included in palace admission (Members go free)

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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.

Dates:
Open (closed from 13-17 April)
Location: Hampton Court Palace
Ticket type: Included in palace admission (Members go free)

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What's on

Families
Events
Half term

The Big Bahooey

A day of serious nonsense for all the family this May half term bank holiday weekend.

Dates:
23 - 25 May 2026
Times: Open in line with palace hours.
Location: Hampton Court Palace
Ticket type: Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)