Hampton Court Palace Tours and Activities

Swap the hustle and bustle of central London for a day exploring the magnificent Hampton Court Palace complex. By exploring the palace with a guide—ensure that you don’t miss any important highlights, such as the beautiful gardens, the Haunted Gallery, and an ancient grapevine. Your guide entertains you and enhances your experience with stories about Henry VIII and William III, palace etiquette, and the palace hauntings too.

Enjoy all of the benefits of a guided tour with none of the rushing on this bespoke private tour of two of England’s historic treasures. Relax as your personal driver/guide collects you from your door and escorts you to Windsor Castle—where Harry married Meghan!—and Hampton Court with its beautiful gardens.

MY TRANSFERS UK PRIVATE TOURS All Tours Carried out in Executive Vehicles i.e Mercedes E-Class Mercedes V Class Viano and Mercedes Vitto, BMW 5 and 7 series Audi A6 and A8 Our definition of “private tour” simply means your tour, where all ground services are provided by your very own personal driver, with a private vehicle and chauffeur, exclusively for your party. Flexible itinerary designed around your interest, need and budget. Only you and your family or friends. Especially convenient if you are traveling with children or elderly people. Private and comfortable car with your own driver who is always ready to transfer you to the next destination. Tours pick up and drop off at clients’ hotel. Tour pick up times are flexible but MUST be advised at time of booking.

Discover the best parts of Hampton Court Palace on this 3.5-hour walking tour with a private guide.  As you explore the site, get to know all the regal splendor of the royal palace, which is believed to have been King Henry VIII’s preferred abode. See the lavish Tudor Quarters, pause for reflection in the Chapel Royal, stroll through picturesque courtyards and admire art from the Royal Collection. Learn about all the history as you walk around the famous walls and listen to the stories of the royals who once called the palace home.

Visiting Hampton Court Palace on your own may mean you miss out on the full history and tales behind this Tudor and baroque royal residence. Get the most from the palace—once home to Henry VIII—on this private tour from London, with your own guide to bring everything to life and ensure you cover the highlights. Plus, explore unrushed at your own pace, with return hotel transfers for convenience.

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Step back into the Tudor era on this private tour of Hampton Court Palace. Built by Henry VIII in the 16th century and later expanded, it’s one of southern England’s highlight palaces. Meet your guide—a celebrated historian who’s appeared on Tudor-themed television specials—and get ready to explore (entry own expense). Whether it’s fashion, royal intrigue, artworks, or more, the tour can be specially tailored to fit your interests. You can also sign up for the general tour option for a broad overview of the landmark.

Follow in the footsteps of King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth on a private half-day tour of Hampton Court Palace. With a personal guide, you’ll admire the opulent Great Hall and Cumberland Gallery; enjoy the serenity of the Chapel Royal; and lose yourself in the famous Hampton Court Maze. Hotel pickup and drop-off in London are included.  

Travelers that want to walk in the footsteps of British royals can avoid the hassles of renting a car or booking train travel with this private guided tour, where you're whisked to Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace. After purchasing entry, you can explore Windsor Castle's State Apartments and St. George's Chapel, and take advantage of the included audio guide to learn as you go. At Hampton Court, uncover Tudor history in the regal surrounds, and even stroll through some of the most splendid gardens in England.

Excellent, professionally qualified guide with decades of experience. For the past 20 years Jackie Clemson has worked within the heritage industry, in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle, and as a Guide Lecturer for Historic Royal Palaces. She specialises in walking tours of London, as well as the gardens and palace of Hampton Court; and is accredited by the City of London University and Institute of Tourist Guides. Jackie also delivers illustrated lectures on HM Queen Elizabeth II, Windsor Castle, Royal Westminster and the history, ceremonies, & ancient traditions, of many different areas of London.

*WINDSOR CASTLE is the largest castle in England and still a Royal residence. Famous for the Round Tower and St George's Chapel. This tour passes through Eton, home of one of England's famous public schools; Windsor Great Park and Runnymede, where King John sealed the Magna Carta; and the Kennedy Memorial *HAMPTON COURT PALACE Experience the public dramas and private lives of Henry VIII, his wives and children in the world of the Tudor court. Discover the spectacular baroque palace built for William III and Mary II and explore the magnificent gardens. MY TRANSFERS UK PRIVATE TOURS IN A EXECUTIVE LUXURIOUS VEHICLES Our definition of “private tour” simply means your tour, where all ground services are provided by your very own personal driver, with a private vehicle and chauffeur, exclusively for your party. Especially convenient if you are traveling with children or elderly people.

We collect you from your hotel and apartment. We give you a driver guided tour of these attractions. We are very knowledgeable and very flexible. We will stop at a wonderful pub for lunch. It's a great way to see these venues. A fantastic day from London.

The magnificent Hampton Court Palace is the former home of Henry VIII, set along the banks of the River Thames in the London Borough of Richmond. On this tour, enjoy stunning views of the historic palace as you cycle around the palace grounds, explore the royal Bushy Park and Hampton Court Park, and stop at landmarks including Eisenhower's WWII base and Long Water.

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Once home to King Henry VIII, Hampton Court Palace remains one of England’s most splendid royal landmarks. Discover the palace on a private tour, and learn more about its wealth of history. Choose your departure time and meet your guide at your London accommodation. Travel to Hampton Court and head straight inside with your fast-track entrance (at your expense). Explore the State Apartments, visit its sprawling gardens, and otherwise step back in time.

Leaving the Fantastic city of London enjoying many sites on the way we make our way to Windsor Castle is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is open to visitors throughout the year. Founded by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has since been the home of 39 monarchs. Today The Queen spends most of her private weekends at the Castle. Leaving Windsor and its castle we travel to Hampton Court Palace A royal place and made famous by Henry the VIII, the most famous but dishonourable British monarch. The distinctive architectural styles of domestic Tudor and Baroque, the famous maze, the real tennis courts and the huge grape vines are gems of English culture that are to be discovered during your day trip. Discover Hampton Court but why not also visit the celebrated maze, the historic real tennis courts and the huge grape vine, claimed to be the largest in the world.

The price you see is my total cost (not per person). ........ I’m a born and bred London guide who enjoys providing commentary and anecdotes about London’s historic royal sites. I’ll guide you through one of England’s finest palaces before we return to Westminster for a tour of London’s famous royal landmarks. I'll be explaining as we explore. Hampton Court Palace was built by Henry VIII 500 years ago and is a superb example of Tudor extravagance. It doubled in size in the 1600s for King William and Queen Mary, creating a huge royal residence of baroque opulence and grandeur. This palace overflows with history and intrigue..and a ghost; there are so many tales here for me to tell. The drive back to central London takes an hour. The Royal London Tour covers Buckingham Palace, St James's Palace, Westminster Abbey and more royal highlights. Having a driver/walking guide like me conducting your tour in a London taxi is super-efficient helping to make the day enjoyable and memorable.

Delve into British regal history and architecture on this fantastic tour that’s perfect for history buffs. A private tour means no waiting around for other travelers, and a more personalized experience with door-to-door transport included. Visit both Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace in a day, with guide commentary to expand your historical knowledge.

During this full-day private tour, you’ll visit three historic palaces belonging to Britain’s royal family. Listen to personalized commentary as you get a first-hand peek at Buckingham Palace—or perhaps even the iconic Changing of the Guards. Then, head by train to Hampton Court Palace, the stunning one-time residence of Henry VIII, William III, and George II. Other sights include Green Park and St. James's Palace.

Visit one of London's most extraordinary palaces—and leave all the logistics to someone else—on this seamless, private trip to Hampton Court Palace. Once the seat of King Henry VIII, the palace is one of the grandest and most history-saturated in the region. Enjoy a stress-free way to travel with round-trip transit from your preferred London address at a time of your choosing. Entry tickets and audio guides are also included, and make it easy to explore independently.

Visit two of England’s most storied royal residences, Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace, during a private day trip from London. Ideal for history buffs or those tight on time, this excursion includes round-trip transportation in a private vehicle, so you needn’t worry about navigating confusing public transport. Plus, gain historical and cultural insight that many visitors don’t get, thanks to your driver-guide.

Immerse yourself in Britain’s storied royal history during this full-day, luxury tour of two stunning estates, Hampton Castle and Windsor Castle. Travel comfortably from your London hotel in a private, chauffeured Mercedes vehicle. Highlights include a stroll through the famous hedge maze and formal gardens, a peek at the spectacular “Abraham Tapestries,” and a visit inside the chapel where Prince Harry wed Meghan Markle.

London is steeped in Royal history having been a seat of power in England since the Romans developed it as a Trading port nearly 2000 years ago. London has an abundance of Royal homes past and present, and on this driven London tour we will see our British monarch's mansions from medieval castles to the current residential palaces of the Royal family. We shall also be taking a little trip downstream of the River Thames to visit Hampton Court Palace, the top Tudor destination in Great Britain. Our journey out of London will take in the picturesque Royal Richmond Park before arriving at the world-famous Palace built by Cardinal Wolsey 500 years ago, and home to one of England's most notorious kings Henry VIII for his turbulent reign. We can reflect on your Tour of London's Royal Palaces with a visit to a local pub for some traditional English cooking before you can even relax back in the comfort of a traditional London Black Cab to guide you back to your hotel if you like.

Chauffeur-driven in a Rolls Royce or Bentley, you will be entertained and educated by a former History Master, on a bespoke history tour, customised to your interests. You could choose to include Sulgrave Manor, the ancestral home of George Washington, or Canon's Ashby, one of the former monasteries dissolved on the orders of King Henry VIII. Visit Blenheim Palace, home of the Duke of Marlborough and birthplace and grave of the greatest Englishman, Winston Churchill. Or perhaps explore the delightful villages in the Cotswolds, or the Downton Abbey locations. Other options include Hampton Court, built by Wolsey and stolen by Henry VIII. Additional charges: Cotswold Cream Tea £0 (no extra charge), The Tudor Tour £70, Shopping for History £50, The Shakespeare Tour £70, Gin and IT Tour £125, Downton Abbey and Civil War £50.