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Essential information for visiting Hampton Court Palace

Visit essentials

Tickets and prices

Explore Hampton Court Palace. Pre-booking is recommended. Ticket prices change for peak and off-peak tickets. 

Ticket prices from (excluding donation):

  • Members: Free
  • Adult: £28.00
  • Child age 5-15: £14.00

Opening times

Monday 9th Closed

Tuesday 10th Closed

Wednesday 11th 10:00 - 16:00

Thursday 12th 10:00 - 16:00

Friday 13th 10:00 - 16:00

Saturday 14th 10:00-16:00

Sunday 15th 10:00-16:00

Last admission: 15:00.

04-13 February: William III's State Apartments will be closed on these dates.

Monday 9th Closed

Tuesday 10th Closed

Wednesday 11th Closed

Thursday 12th Closed

Friday 13th Closed

Saturday 14th 10:00 - 15:30

Sunday 15th 10:00 - 15:30

Check for palace or temporary route closures before you visit. And learn more about the conservation work taking place this 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.

Plan your visit

Accessible 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 2025-26 academic year.

Interactive and enquiry-based sessions are available for all key stages and SEND students.

Video: Welcome to Hampton Court Palace

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!

Use our Hampton Court Palace suggested itinerary to help you make the most of your day. Also explore our What’s On page and campaign article for family-friendly seasonal events.

What to see on your visit Hampton Court Palace Itinerary

Hampton Court Palace visitor map

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. 

"We [enjoy]...picnics in the beautiful gardens, the maze, [and] especially playing in the magic garden."

-Palace Member

Ways to explore

Use our audio guides

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.

Access audio tours on your device

Download our Visitor Guide

Access the audio tour and information about events and facilities for your visit, on your device through our Visitor Guide. Save the link to your home screen for a seamless experience while using the guide on-site during your visit.

Base Court, showing a close view of hands using the Digital visitor Guide (DVG). The screen of the visitor guide can be seen.

BSL Digital Visitor Guide

Discover more about Hampton Court Palace with the British Sign Language (BSL) self-led digital visitor guide. Included in palace admission for BSL users.

Explore film locations

From Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story to The Favourite, Hampton Court Palace is the backdrop for some favourite TV shows and films.

Got a question?

Browse our frequently asked questions to help plan your visit. 

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"Wow. What a beautiful palace. I just wanted to stay there all day… Staff were extremely friendly, always smiling and extremely helpful and knowledgeable."

-Palace Visitor

Explore what's on

  • Families
  • Half term

February Half Term

Join a royal quest this half term with Elizabeth I at Hampton Court Palace.

  • 14 – 22 February 2026  

  • 10:00 -16:00
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
Learn more
  • Easter
  • Families
  • Events

Easter Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt

Join the ultimate family Easter hunt, back by popular demand.

  • 21 March - 12 April 2026

  • Open in line with palace hours
  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission. (Members go free, no pre-booking required)
Learn more
  • Families
  • Things to see
  • Half term

The Magic Garden

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

  • Closed

    Reopens for half term, 14-22 February, 10:00 - 15:30. Last admission 14:45

  • Hampton Court Palace
  • Included in palace admission (Members go free)
Learn more