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Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour. Full day Entry & Afternoon Tea
About This Tour
Full Day Entry Ticket, an afternoon tea, a dedicated sitting in a luxury venue for a high tea with your story teller guide.
This includes a full Afternoon tea including delicate finger sandwiches, delicious patisseries & freshly baked scones. Tea is served with a premium tea/coffee.
Step back in time to 16th century Tudor England and be immersed in a place steeped in the history and drama of Kings and Queens.
From the beguiling tales of the legendary Henry VIII and his many wives to the unusual joint rulership of William III and
Mary II.
Your five star knowledgeable local guide will welcome you for a 2.5-hour experience introducing you to the extraordinary palace and fascinating insights into the lives of the Royalty that lived at Hampton Court.
From conception in Tudor times to the latest blockbuster filming sets your guide will beguile you with personal stories gleaned from personal experience.
We will then take tea in an ancient Inn overlooking the River Thames.
This includes a full Afternoon tea including delicate finger sandwiches, delicious patisseries & freshly baked scones. Tea is served with a premium tea/coffee.
Step back in time to 16th century Tudor England and be immersed in a place steeped in the history and drama of Kings and Queens.
From the beguiling tales of the legendary Henry VIII and his many wives to the unusual joint rulership of William III and
Mary II.
Your five star knowledgeable local guide will welcome you for a 2.5-hour experience introducing you to the extraordinary palace and fascinating insights into the lives of the Royalty that lived at Hampton Court.
From conception in Tudor times to the latest blockbuster filming sets your guide will beguile you with personal stories gleaned from personal experience.
We will then take tea in an ancient Inn overlooking the River Thames.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Full Day Entry to the Palace and Palace gardens
- Small Group Tour. Typically 2-8, No more than 10 per Guide..
- 5 Star Local Guide with Deep Knowledge of Hampton Court
✗ Not Included
- Private Transport
- Pick-up and Drop off
- The Child Price does not include food which can be purchased at the venue
Itinerary
1
Our tour continues to the restored sunken gardens and then onto the vast Tudor kitchens of Henry’s creation. Finally, we will make our way to the official venue of The Castle for a mouthwatering Afternoon Tea. You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the remainder of the day.
2
To begin, we will meet at the Railway Station and your guide will introduce you to the history of Cardinal Wolsey’s creation which he gifted to Henry in 1528. We will stroll through the courtyards that were witness to great events. Passing under Ann Boleyn’s Gatehouse where she lived before she was executed, we will see the magnificent baroque palace, Fountain Court, created by Sir Christopher Wren for William III and Mary II.
Our tour continues to the restored sunken gardens and then onto the vast Tudor kitchens of Henry’s creation. Finally, we will make our way to the official venue of The Castle for a mouthwatering Afternoon Tea. You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the remainder of the day.
Please note the Child Price is for entry to the Palace only. Any food must be purchased at the time of dining.
Our tour continues to the restored sunken gardens and then onto the vast Tudor kitchens of Henry’s creation. Finally, we will make our way to the official venue of The Castle for a mouthwatering Afternoon Tea. You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the remainder of the day.
Please note the Child Price is for entry to the Palace only. Any food must be purchased at the time of dining.
3
After your Palace and Garden tour with your guide we will have tea besides the Thames in an authentic 17th Century Inn.
You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the remainder of the day.
The menu changes regularly but we are pleased to provide a sample below.
You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the remainder of the day.
The menu changes regularly but we are pleased to provide a sample below.
Good to Know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not Recommended for travellers with Celiac or have any Gluten allergies
- Not recommended for Wheelchair & Electric Buggies as the tour includes steps