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Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace

5.0 Excellent 296 reviews
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1h 30m–2h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Overview

Guidekin summary

Explore Hampton Court Palace with a former State Apartment Warder on a private tour for your party tailored to your historical interests. Your own guide is included, but palace admission is extra and the tour is priced per group. 4.99 from 296 reviews at €214 per group/vehicle for 1h 30m–2h.

From the guide

Ex State Apartment Warder having worked at the Palace for over 18 years.
Highly knowledgeable, having done many previous tours for Functions, Events and VIPs.
A comprehensive tour of Hampton Court palace tailored to your historic interests. .
I cover all aspects of the Palace's history including tales of Henry VIII, Ghostly stories, Grace & Favour, and all others who have lived there.
I am a bubbly person who loves meeting new people & sharing the Palace history and engaging tales, that I can also tailor specifically for children as required.
I also offer a ghostly tales tour (same duration & times) suitable for adults and children. Please mention this when you book.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 10:30, 13:30
Scheduled through December 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 10:30, 13:30. Scheduled through December 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked October 1, 2026.

What's Included

Personal tour with your own knowledgeable guide with 18 years experience of working at The Palace.
Sheila also specializes in Ghost, LGBTQ+ & Grace and Favour tours
Sheila has a Level 2 Accreditation from the Institute of Tourist Guiding
Sheila has an EDI Level 3 Diploma in Cultural Heritage (learning & interpretation)

What's Not Included

Food & Drink
Gratuities
Entrance fees: Hampton Court Palace

Itinerary

Hampton Court Palace Stop 1
A comprehensive tour of Hampton Court palace tailored to your historic interests. I can also be in Tudor or Victorian authentic costume (note, no adults allowed in period costume). Children can wear what they like! I cover all aspects of the Palace's history including tales of Henry VIII, Ghostly stories, Grace & Favour, and all others who have lived there. You will see a Palace in two halves, half Tudor, half Baroque. Highlights include Henry's Great Hall, the Haunted Gallery, King Williams spectacular Staircase, Guard Chamber and the beautiful Versailles style gardens.
4h

Departure & Return

Start point

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

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End point

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

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
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