Kensington Palace
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When
29 April, 27 May, 20 August 2026
18:25 and 18:45Ticketing information
Booking soon.
Price: £15.00
Tours start promptly at 18:25 and 18:45 and last for approximately 60 minutes.
Tickets are limited and subject to availability.
All attendees must be named Historic Royal Palaces members holding a valid membership. Please present your membership card alongside your ticket at the entrance.
Separate ticket (advance booking required)
- Exclusive after-hours tour of the Queen's State Apartments and the King's State Apartments at Kensington Palace for Historic Royal Palaces members.
- Discover Mary II's elegant apartments and the grandeur of the William III apartments, brought vividly to life by our expert guides.
Step inside Kensington Palace after hours and discover the private world of William III and Mary II, who made this their royal residence in 1689. Led by an expert Host Guide, you'll explore the Queen’s Apartments where Mary dined, entertained, and relaxed. The tour then ascends the grand King’s Staircase to the King’s Apartments, once used for royal audiences and receptions, now showcasing striking sculptures and artworks.
Our guides will bring these rooms to life, helping you envision what they were like during the Stuart and Georgian periods.
Further information
- The Kensington Palace Café, the Orangery and the Palace Shop will be closed.
- The cloak room will be unavailable for the evening tour.
The tour has step-free access but please be aware there is no accessible parking available for this event and no on-site wheelchairs available to use. If you have any questions please contact members@hrp.org.uk.
Accessibility at Kensington Palace
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