A visit to Hampton Court Palace

Discovering the home of Henry VIII. Experience the public dramas and private lives of Henry VIII, his wives and children in the world of the Tudor court. Admire Henry’s Great Hall and Tudor kitchens. Discover the spectacular baroque palace built for William III and Mary II and explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens. 👉Admire Henry’s Great Hall, discover the infamous Haunted Gallery and soak up the sights and smells in the Tudor kitchens. 👉Then experience a second palace – a baroque masterpiece by Sir Christopher Wren built for William III and Mary II – its spectacular views and ornamental gardens providing a fascinating glimpse of Stuart and Georgian privilege. 👉The gardens are as spectacular and varied as Hampton Court Palace itself. 👉Families love the Magic Garden, open daily from late March – October. Come face to face with mysterious mythical beasts, storm the battlements and explore the secret grotto. 👉Discover the Great Fountain Garden with historic yew trees, sparkling fountains and the longest herbaceous mixed flower border in Britain. Lose yourself in the world-famous maze. 👉Enjoy the stunning symmetrical Privy Garden, built to an original 17th century design, showcasing historical planting and magnificent marble sculptures. 👉Chat to one of our many gardeners about the latest planting, or what’s in season in the fabulous kitchen garden. 👉Find a sunny spot for a picnic, or search out the royal herd of deer in Home Park. #tripblazers