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Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - discovering the excesses of Henry VIII

Location London, England, United Kingdom
$238.73
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Overview

Hampton Court Palace, a stunning testament to the grandeur of Henry VIII, invites you to step back into a world of opulence and intrigue. Join Sandy, your engaging local guide, for a captivating 1.5-hour journey through the lavish halls and kitchens of this iconic Tudor palace.

  • 🏷️ Private Tour with Sandy: Enjoy a personalized experience with an accredited guide who brings the history of Henry VIII to life.
  • 🕒 Flexible Timing: The tour starts at 10:00 AM, but can be adjusted to fit your schedule upon booking confirmation.
  • 🏰 Stroll through Base Court, where Henry welcomed his esteemed guests, setting the stage for a royal experience.
  • 🍽️ Marvel at the vast kitchens that once employed 200 staff, preparing extravagant feasts for the king and his court.
  • 🎨 Admire the exquisite tapestries in the Great Hall, each costing as much as Henry's favorite warship, a true symbol of luxury.
  • 👑 Visit the Great Watching Chamber, where nobles awaited an audience with Henry, under the stunning ceiling celebrating his marriage to Jane Seymour.
  • 👻 Hear the haunting tale of Henry's fifth queen in the eerie Haunted Gallery, a highlight of the tour.
  • 🕰️ Conclude your visit by marveling at the intricate astronomical clock in Clock Court, a masterpiece of craftsmanship.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Cover approximately 1 mile of the palace grounds, with plenty of opportunities to rest and enjoy the surroundings.
  • 🗺️ Convenient public transportation options are available nearby, making your visit seamless and enjoyable.

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Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - discovering the excesses of Henry VIII
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Sandy is a fun and professional local guide, accredited by the I.T.Guides and Hampton Court Palace
  • Private transportation
  • Cost of entry tickets to Hampton Court Palace
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Please meet me at the end of the driveway in front of the West Front gatehouse. Please buy your entry tickets to Hampton Court, which are in addition to the cost of this tour, in advance online. Go to www.hrp.org.uk and click on Hampton Court to make payment.
Return details
Please meet me at the end of the driveway in front of the West Front gatehouse. Please buy your entry tickets to Hampton Court, which are in addition to the cost of this tour, in advance online. Go to www.hrp.org.uk and click on Hampton Court to make payment.

  • Hampton Court Palace
    Henry VIII's palace is the Tudor equivalent of a 5* hotel. We start the tour in Base Court, where Henry welcomed his noble guests, and move from there to the kitchens. These were a vast complex of rooms and employed an incredible 200 staff. Imagining the type of dinners created in these kitchens is fun as is the first sight of Henry's Great Hall, richly decorated with tapestries which cost the same as his favorite warship. Having marveled at the stained glass windows and the beautiful hammer beam ceiling we wander through an arch into the Great Watching Chamber. Here the nobles, closely guarded by the Yeomen, waited to chat with Henry. The ceiling of this room celebrates Henry's marriage to Jane Seymour, the woman who gave him the longed for son. We move on to the Haunted Gallery, where I tell the story of Henry's tragic fifth queen, before taking a peek at his replica crown in the Chapel Royal. The final stop is to admire the colorful work of art, the astronomical clock in Clock Court

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • When your booking is confirmed, you will receive contact details for me (Sandy), your guide for this tour. My aim is to give you the best experience you could possibly have so if you have any special requests, be sure to let me know! If you need to go at a slower pace, or stop for a break midway through the tour, that will be fine with me. There are plenty of opportunities to sit down during the tour and I will tell you where they are. I will contact you once your booking is confirmed to finalise the details of your tour.
  • The tour will last up to 1.5 hours and is flexible.
  • The tour will cover roughly 1 mile.
  • The tour will go ahead come rain or shine so please don't be put off by the weather. Do wear comfortable shoes and clothing and, if needs be, bring waterproofs and an umbrella.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, and an unreliable lift used to take wheelchair or disabled clients to the first floor, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Visitors must be able to cope with stairs and so this tour is not suitable for anyone with serious medical conditions and back problems.
  • When you turn into the palace grounds from the main road, follow the driveway with grassy stretches on either side and I will meet you at the end of the drive in front of the West Front Gatehouse.
  • The tour starts at 10.00 a.m. but once a firm booking has been made, the start time of the tour can be adjusted to fit with your arrival at the palace.
  • If you need directions to travel to Hampton Court from your hotel, do contact me on [email protected]
  • 100% of my Trip Advisor/Viator reviews are graded as 'excellent' and as I now have over 175+ reviews, I must be doing something right!
  • I prefer to guide small groups of up to five family or friends so everyone can hear what I am saying in the often narrow corridors of Henry's haunted palace. Also, everyone can feel relaxed enough to ask whatever questions they like!
  • I ALWAYS contact my customers in advance of a tour so if you have not heard from me one week before the tour date, please contact me instead.
  • I only accept bookings directly from customers. Any bookings made by a travel agent on behalf of a customer will be cancelled.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - discovering the excesses of Henry VIII

    Location London, England, United Kingdom
    $238.73
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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