Highlights of Kensington Palace.
Discover the birthplace of Queen Victoria
Explore the birthplace of Queen Victoria and home to young royals for over 300 years. Walk in the footsteps of royalty in the magnificent King's State Apartments and Queen's State Apartments. Uncover forgotten stories of those who worked at the royal palaces over 300 years ago in Untold Lives: A Palace at Work.
Visit
Opening times
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10:00-18:00
Thursday 10:00-18:00
Friday 10:00-18:00
Saturday 10:00-18:00
Sunday 10:00-18:00
Last entry 17:00
From 16 September
Wednesday to Saturday: 10:00 - 18:00. Last admission: 17:00.
Tickets and prices
Explore the magnificent Kensington Palace.
Ticket prices from (excluding donation):
- Members: Free
- Adult: £24.00
- Child (under 16 years old): £12.00
Getting here
Kensington Palace, Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX
Highlights
Untold Lives
Until 27 October 2024
A new exhibition at Kensington Palace, uncovering the forgotten stories of those who worked at the royal palaces over 300 years ago.
Included in your admission ticket
- Things to see
Victoria: A Royal Childhood
Discover the story of Princess Victoria, the young girl destined to be queen, in the rooms where she was born and raised at Kensington Palace.
- Open
- In line with palace opening hours
- Kensington Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The King's Staircase
Discover the intriguing and unexpected characters depicted on the grand entrance to the King's State Apartments.
- Open
- In line with palace opening hours
- Kensington Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The King’s Gallery
Explore the King's Gallery, which was transformed by William Kent to showcase the finest paintings of the Royal Collection.
- Open
- In line with palace opening hours
- Kensington Palace
- Included in palace admission (Members go free)
Members go free
There's never been a better time to join.
Enjoy unlimited adventures at our palaces, a 10% discount in our shops and cafés, and exclusive events when you become a member of Historic Royal Palaces.
The Orangery at Kensington Palace
Now open
Enjoy an indulgent Afternoon Tea in a royally-inspired dining experience at Kensington Palace.
SHOP 24/7 ONLINE
Discover beautiful commemorative souvenirs and unique gifts inspired by our palaces.
The Revealing Tale of Queen Victoria's Early Biography
Hear from our experts on our blog
In 1839, Queen Victoria's engagement to Prince Albert prompted one of the first biographies of the young monarch. But the book's release was a disaster.
Modern Royals
As well as being a popular visitor destination, Kensington Palace is the official London residence of TRH The Prince and Princess of Wales and their children.
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We are an independent charity and there are several ways you can support us.
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