Information on opening hours and planned closures
Week Commencing - 08 June
Monday 8th Closed
Tuesday 9th 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10th 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday 11th 10:00 - 18:00
Friday 12th 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday 13th 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday 14th 10:00 - 18:00
Last entry 17:00.
Monday 8th 10:00 - 17:45
Tuesday 9th 10:00 - 17:45
Wednesday 10th 10:00 - 17:45
Thursday 11th 10:00 - 17:45
Friday 12th 10:00 - 17:45
Saturday 13th 10:00 - 17:45
Sunday 14th 10:00 - 17:45
Last entry at 17:40.
Monday 8th 10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 9th 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10th 10:00 - 14:00
Thursday 11th 10:00 - 15:00
Friday 12th 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday 13th 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday 14th 10:00 - 18:00
Route closures
Queen's State Apartments
The Queen's State Apartments will close from 15 June 2026 onwards for major work and re-presentation.
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- 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.
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Dates:
Open
- Times: In line with palace opening hours
- Location: Kensington Palace
- Ticket type: Included in palace admission (Members go free)
- Things to see
The Palace Gardens
Walk in the footsteps of royalty in the beautiful Kensington Palace gardens.
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Dates:
Open
- Times: 10:00 - 18:00. Last entry 17:45.
- Location: Kensington Palace
- Ticket type: Free
- For members
- Events
- Exhibition
Members-Only Evening Access: The Last Princesses of Punjab
Enjoy exclusive after-hours access to The Last Princesses of Punjab exhibition at this special members-only evening at Kensington Palace.
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Dates:
25 September 2026
- Times: 18:00 – 20:00 (last entry 18:30)
- Location: Kensington Palace
- Ticket type: Free (advance booking required)
Browse more history and stories
Mary II
One half of the first and only joint monarchy in Britain.
Queen Anne
A surprisingly successful monarch, despite ill health and tragedy
William III and Mary II
England's only joint sovereigns, who transformed Kensington Palace into a royal residence
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Commemorate Diana, Princess of Wales and pay tribute to her enduring legacy with our inspired collection of exquisite memorabilia, gifts and souvenirs.
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Last Princesses of Punjab Retail Collection
A Last Princesses of Punjab decoupage hanging decoration with artwork created by British Asian artist, Kushiaania Janda.
From £7.00