Essential information for visiting Hampton Court Palace
Visit essentials
Tickets and prices
Explore Hampton Court Palace. Pre-booking is recommended and ticket prices are different for peak and off peak visits.
Dogs are not permitted within the palace, courtyards or gardens unless they are trained assistance dogs.
Ticket prices from (excluding donation):
- Members: Free
- Adult: £27.20
- Child age 5-15: £13.60
Opening times
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10:00-16:00
Thursday 10:00-16:00
Friday 10:00-16:00
Saturday 10:00-16:00
Sunday 10:00-16:00
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Temporary route closures are in place around the palace. Check our opening times page for all closures before you visit.
The Magic Garden opens at 11:00 on certain dates throughout the year.
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.
What to see on your visit
For your visit to Hampton Court Palace, we recommend at least three hours to discover the spectacular rooms and gardens but you'll probably want to stay longer!
What to see on your visitAccessible parking on-site (10 bays), carer tickets and a digital BSL guide are available.
We offer all the essential facilities to ensure your visit is safe and enjoyable.
- Limited on-site car parking
- Map
- Toilets and accessible toilets
- Free Wi-Fi access
- Free audio guide
- Baby changing facilities
- Dog owner guidance
Toilets and accessible toilets:
- Wilderness
- Base Court
- Fountain Court
- The Kitchen Garden
Visitor toilets are located within the ticketed site. The nearest public toilets can be found at Hampton Court station.
Breastfeeding is welcome throughout our palace and our team are always available should you need any further assistance.
All our food is seasonally inspired and freshly prepared.
The Tiltyard Café: indoor and outdoor seating and serving hot or cold food options, with drinks, pastries and cakes.
Wilderness kiosk: serving ice creams, snacks, tea and coffee.
Shop for gifts and souvenirs inspired by this famous royal residence and its iconic inhabitants.
Our shops offer everything from souvenirs and gifts, to fine jewellery. You can also shop online.
There are special offers and discounts for groups of 15 people or more.
Meal deals and private guided tours are also available (subject to availability).
Bookings are open for the 2024-25 academic year.
Interactive and enquiry-based sessions are available for all key stages and SEND students.
Food and drink
Visit our cafés and enjoy tasty options from a selection of drinks, sandwiches, salads, hot meals and cakes. Child menu options are available.
Food and drink
Hampton Court Palace map
Hampton Court Palace visitor map
Audio guide
Grab a free audio guide and join curators, historians and conservators as they share fascinating stories and hidden secrets of Hampton Court Palace. Included in palace admission.
Audio guide tour
British Sign Language Digital Visitor Guide
Discover more about Hampton Court Palace with the British Sign Language self-led digital visitor guide. Included in palace admission for BSL users.
British Sign Language digital visitor guide
Got a question?
Browse our frequently asked questions to help plan your visit.
Frequently asked questions Visit safelyExplore Hampton Court Palace film locations
Explore Hampton Court Palace film locations
From Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story to The Favourite, Hampton Court Palace is the backdrop for some favourite TV shows and films.
"We [enjoy]...picnics in the beautiful gardens, the maze, [and] especially playing in the magic garden."
-Palace Member
Explore what's on
- Events
- Christmas
Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre
Discover a winter wonderland with over 100 artisan producers at Henry VIII's palace.
- 06-08 and 13-15 December 2024
- 10:00-17:00 (The palace closes at 16:00)
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- Included in palace admission. (Members go free, pre-booking required)
- Exhibition
- Things to see
The Indian Army at the Palace
Explore the forgotten story of Indian Army soldiers who camped at Hampton Court Palace in the early 20th century, through a new exhibition of previously unseen objects, photographs, film and personal stories.
- Until 28 September 2025
- In line with palace opening hours
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- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Christmas
- Families
Christmas Festivities
Celebrate Christmas at Hampton Court Palace with historical Tudor cookery and festive music.
- Daily from 21 December 2024 to 05 January 2025 (Excluding 24-26 December)
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- Included in palace admission (Members go free)