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Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace in London
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Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace in London

by Sheila Dunsmore

2 hours
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2 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This private walking tour of Hampton Court Palace lasts between 90 minutes and 2 hours and is led by a guide who worked at the palace for more than 18 years. The guide holds Level 2 Accreditation from the Institute of Tourist Guiding and an EDI Level 3 Diploma in Cultural Heritage, ensuring detailed knowledge of the site. The tour is customized to your historical interests and covers all parts of the palace's past, including stories about Henry VIII, ghost tales, Grace and Favour apartments, and previous residents. The guide can also present the tour in Tudor or Victorian costume, though adult visitors may not wear period dress themselves; children are welcome to dress as they like. A special ghost-themed version of the tour is available for adults and children if requested at booking. The walk takes you through the palace’s Tudor and Baroque sections, with highlights such as Henry VIII’s Great Hall, the Haunted Gallery, King William’s grand staircase, the Guard Chamber, and the Versailles-style gardens. Entrance fees, food, drink, and gratuities are not included.

Highlights

Private walking tour lasting 90 minutes to 2 hours
Guide with 18 years working experience at Hampton Court Palace
Covers Henry VIII history, ghost stories, Grace and Favour apartments
Tour can be tailored for children and in Tudor or Victorian costume
See Tudor and Baroque palace sections plus Versailles-style gardens
Ghost-themed tour option available on request

What's included

Specialist tours including Ghost, LGBTQ+ and Grace and Favour themes
Personal tour with a guide experienced at Hampton Court Palace for 18 years
Guide holds Level 2 Accreditation from the Institute of Tourist Guiding
Guide holds EDI Level 3 Diploma in Cultural Heritage

What's not included

Food and drink
Gratuities
Entrance fees

Itinerary

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Hampton Court Palace

The tour covers the full history of Hampton Court Palace, tailored to your interests. The guide may wear Tudor or Victorian costume, but adult visitors cannot wear period dress; children may wear any clothing they choose. You will explore both the Tudor and Baroque sides of the palace. Key sights include Henry VIII's Great Hall, the Haunted Gallery, King William's grand staircase, the Guard Chamber, and the Versailles-style gardens.

240 min

Meeting point

West Gate - Main entrance (down drive) to Palace (not large gates by main road)

End point

West Gate - Main entrance (down drive) to Palace (not large gates by main road)

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Wheelchair-accessible transport
Wheelchair-accessible surfaces throughout
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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