Kensington Palace Orangery | Everything You Need to Know

Enter & explore Kensington Palace on a 1-hour self-guided tour

• Immerse yourself in history at Kensington Palace and explore the King's and Queen's State Apartments at your own pace, perfect for fans of royalty.
• Walk in the footsteps of Queen Victoria. See her childhood rooms and discover the story of a princess becoming a queen.
• Lose yourself in the enchanting Sunken Garden, a peaceful oasis with a poignant statue of Princess Diana, inaugurated by her sons in 2017.
• Uncover the life of Princess Victoria at the Victoria's Childhood Christmas exhibition and experience a Regency Christmas.
• Alternatively, you can also choose to skip entering the palace and instead sip on some delicious afternoon tea at The Orangery.

Inclusions

• Entry to Kensington Palace (as per option selected)

• Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Mandarin, Japanese & British Sign Language.

• Afternoon tea at The Orangery. Find menu here (as per option selected)

Access to:

• King's State Apartments

• Queen's State Apartments

• Jewel Room

• Palace Gardens

• Victoria: A Royal Childhood exhibition

Experience the British style of savoring afternoon tea at Kensington Palace

• Enjoy traditional afternoon tea in Kensington Palace Gardens, where British royalty has taken tea for over three centuries.
• Follow your guide through Kensington Gardens to discover Queen Victoria's private gardens and the prestigious Palace grounds.
• You will also explore the grounds where Princes William and Harry grew up, now home to the next generation of royal children.
• Gaze across manicured Palace gardens while enjoying scones with clotted cream in the same setting used by the current royal family.

Inclusions

• 2-hour afternoon tea experience at Kensington Palace Gardens

• Guided walk through Kensington Palace Gardens

• Afternoon tea (vegan and gluten-free options available). Find menu here

• Host

• Entry to Kensington Palace Gardens

Exclusions

• Drinks (available to purchase onsite)

• Entry to Kensington Palace

**Explore two historic royal residences at a discounted rate **

• Get access to two iconic royal residences, the Tower of London and Kensington Palace, with this money-saving combo for an enriching historical experience.
• Discover the captivating stories of the Tower of London, including the remarkable Crown Jewels exhibit containing more than 3,000 diamonds.
• At the Royal Armouries collection in the White Tower, view the royal armours of King Henry VIII, Charles I, and more while enjoying free Wi-Fi throughout the visit.
• Immerse yourself in the elegance of Kensington Palace, exploring the King's State Apartments, and the fascinating Victoria: A Royal Childhood exhibition.
• Don't miss visiting the enchanting palace gardens and take this opportunity to uncover centuries of history and the opulence of these majestic palaces.

Inclusions Tower of London

• Entry into the Tower of London

• Entry to all public areas including Crown Jewels exhibit

• Access to the children's activity trails and live historical re-enactments

• Free WiFi access

Kensington Palace

• Entry to Kensington Palace

Exclusions

• Guide

• Transfers

• Food & beverages

Tower of London

• Tip: Try to spot one of the Beefeaters and strike up a conversation with them about the tower's history.
• Keep in mind that luggage, large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, and other photographic or recording equipment are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
• Smoking, eating, and drinking within all buildings are not allowed.
• Not all areas of this experience are accessible by wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• The Crown Jewels are a working collection and as a consequence, the display is subject to change without prior notice due to security reasons.

Kensington Palace

• Tip: At the Kensington Gardens don't miss visiting the bronze statue of Peter Pan, surrounded by squirrels, rabbits, mice, and fairies.
• Bring local currency or your preferred payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
• Don’t forget your trusty wired earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.
• Keep in mind food & beverages, alcohol, suitcases, large bags, and any rolling luggage are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Many of the rooms have low-level lighting, which might be difficult for visually impaired visitors.
• Disabled visitors are entitled to bring an accompanying carer free of charge.
• Facilities: free Wi-Fi, cafe, restroom.

Inclusions

• Access to 2/3/4/5/6/7 attractions

• Valid for 30 days after visiting the first attraction

• Museums: London Transport Museum, Charles Dickens Museum, The Guards Museum & more

• Zoos: London Zoo

• Landmarks: The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey & more

• Bus tours and cruises: 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, Jason’s Canal Boat Trip, City Cruises Thames River Pass & more

• Guided tours: Changing of the Guard Walking Tour, London Stadium Tour, Royal Albert Hall Tour & more

• Activities: London Bridge Experience, Ice-skating at QUEENS, Solve A Mystery: the Murder at Buckingham Palace & more

• Digital guidebook, map, and attraction information via Go City app

• Get complete details here

Exclusions

• Airport transfers

• Public transport

• First, download the Go City App. Follow the instructions on your order confirmation to sync your pass with the Go City app.
• Once you visit your first attraction, your pass will be activated! Are you feeling old school? You can also print your pass at home using the link in your confirmation email. You can also show this version of your pass on your phone.
• The Go City app has many handy features to help you plan your itinerary, check attraction opening times, and reserve (where required).

Validity

• Before activation: 1 year from the date of purchase
• After activation: 30 days from first use

Inclusions Kensington Palace

• Entry to Kensington Palace

• Audio guide in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Mandarin, Japanese & British Sign Language.

Access to:

• King's State Apartments

• Queen's State Apartments

• Jewel Room

• Palace Gardens

• Victoria: A Royal Childhood exhibition

• Untold Lives exhibition

London Eye

• Entry to the London Eye

• 30-min ride on the London Eye

• London Eye guide

• Priority boarding through fast-track entrance (based on option selected)

Kensington Palace

• Tip: Peep into the Cupola Room to see the spot where Queen Victoria was christened.

• Suitcases, large bags, and rolling luggage are prohibited inside the palace.

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

• Disabled visitors are entitled to bring an accompanying carer free of charge.

• Many rooms have low-level lighting, which might be difficult for visually impaired visitors.

London Eye

• Tip: Look for the National Theatre's rooftop garden. It's a hidden gem that's hard to spot from the ground.

• Please note that children under 2 can go for free but require a ticket to enter.

• Children under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by adults.

• Keep in mind large bags, sharp metallic tools, or objects that can cause security hazards are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

• Proof of age will be required for alcohol consumption.

• Soft drinks will be served to guests under the age of 18 years.

• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.