Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour. Full day Entry & Afternoon Tea
Description
A perfect "All in One Experience". Full Day Entry Ticket, an afternoon tea, a dedicated sitting in a luxury venue for a high tea, and a fun & friendly local guide showing you around. Choose from a traditional Afternoon tea including delicate finger sandwiches, delicious patisseries & freshly baked scones or go for the Bridgerton option which is a lighter cream tea with cake. Either tea is served with a premium tea/coffee from our selection. 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, Hampton Court Palace. From the beguiling tales of the legendary Henry VIII and his many wives to the unusual joint rulership of William III and Mary II. A fun, friendly, and knowledgeable 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. We will then take tea in a riverside venue.
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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.
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.
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.
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Important Information
- 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
Reviews(323)
Fascinating. Theresa was amazing and knowledgeable. The castle is such a wonder. Would recommend to anyone.
It was a wonderful tour, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and kind. I highly recommend him. Hope to do this again.
Tom was delighted to host you. As a true Tudor Historian he was thrilled to impart his knowledge of the Palace
We were so lucky to have Theresa- a history teacher as our guide around Hampton Court. She was friendly and very informative! A lovely tour of the palace
Amazing experience. Tom, our tour guide was really knowledgeable and kept us entertained the whole day. Was lucky enough to be the only ones this day so essentially a private tour!
It's nice when you are in a small group and that's why we limit our bookings to just a few guests. There is a small premium for a private tour of course but it's worth it to get undivided attention and a tour that fits your needs.
This tour was AMAZING!! Tom our tour guide was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and great company. He left no detail unsaid. The Afternoon Tea was very special as well. The Carrot Cake and Pomegranate Tea were to die for! Thank you for this experiance!!
We booked a private tour with high tea at Hampton Court Palace, and it exceeded every expectation. Tom, our guide, made the experience truly special , his knowledge of the Tudor period and the palace’s history was extraordinary, and he brought every room to life with stories about Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, and the countless intrigues that unfolded within those walls. What set this tour apart was how personal it felt. Tom paced everything around our interests, answered every question with genuine enthusiasm, and had a wonderful way of making 500 years of history feel immediate and vivid , from the Great Hall to the maze to the stunning Tudor kitchens. He clearly loves what he does, and it shows. The high tea was the perfect finishing touch , beautifully presented, delicious, and a lovely way to relax after exploring the grounds and state apartments. If you want a tour that goes far beyond the standard audio guide experience, book this one. Tom’s expertise, warmth, and storytelling turned a nice day out into a genuinely memorable one. Highly, highly recommend.
Top Tasting Tours assigned us to Tom, Tudor knowledge extraordinaire!!! As a long standing fan of the heritage sector, we have had the great pleasure of many private tours around the world. Between the incredible breadth of knowledge Tom had, to the absolutely delicious Tea, this is one unmissable experience!!!! We were celebrating 9 years of marriage and I can not stress just how thoroughly we enjoyed both the tour and tea. From unique interesting unknown facts about the palace architecture, Tudors, gardens and extraordinary art to the most delicious Tea served on a beautiful setting and outdoor table overkooking the river, it was just the perfect day. Having the private tour meant we could really take our time, discuss and ask anything that came to mind. We found ourselves in awe and in love with Hampton court and its phenomenal stories all over again. Many unknown to us oreviousy despite having visited many many times over the years. I can confidently say we have never experienced Hampton Court like this and that is what I think really distinguishes this tour from others. The in depth knowledge, humour, unknown stories and engaging delivery. Also the quality of produce and food during the Tea easily compares with some of the best we have had both in Central London and abroad. Everything was thought of and nothing was too much trouble. Unreserved recommendation and we look forward to booking with Tops Tours again!!! Our Top Tip; 100% leave room for that fabulous Tea & do request Tom for your tour guide. Thank you for making our day so very magical.
Terrific tour of Hampton Court with Geraint. He was very friendly and outgoing and met us on time at the Hampton Court station which was very easy. He’s local and knows the area as well as details about the palace. He clearly described the distinct Tudor and Baroque nuances of the structure, told stories about the people who lived and worked there, and took photos of us throughout the palace, grounds, and gardens. Rounding off the tour with tea was a lovely touch. We really enjoyed our day here.
Really enjoyed visiting Hampton Court. Such a fascinating place! Julie was an amazing guide, she brought history to life. Afternoon tea was delicious. Would thoroughly recommend!
We had a great day at Hampton Court. The palace is amazing. Our guide Prue was lovely and brought the history alive. Afternoon tea by the river was a real treat
