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Hampton Court Palace

Castle & Historic Landmark · Greater London, England

Hampton Court Palace is a castle & historic landmark in Greater London, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £30 · Child £15 · Family £90
Checked on the official page: adult £30, child (5-15) £15 (excluding donation); prices vary between peak and off-peak. Members free. No family price shown, so the family figure is 2 adults + 2 children.
Opening timesPalace and gardens Wed-Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun 10am-4pm, closed Mon-Tue (week of 19-25 Oct 2026); last admission 4.30pm. Magic Garden to 5.45pm. Hours change by season.
Best time to goWeekday mornings in term time; avoid the Flower Show.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages for the grounds; house rooms suit about 6+ (prams may need to stay at the door)
If it rainsMixed: house rooms are indoors, gardens and grounds are outdoors
ParkingLimited parking; cannot be pre-booked; card payment only. (Not stated)
FoodTiltyard Café (hot and cold food, cakes) and the Wilderness kiosk (ice creams, snacks). Children's menu.
Money saverCheck National Trust, Historic Houses or English Heritage membership value; family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsSee the Tudor kitchens and the maze first. Bring a picnic.
What to packComfortable shoes, layers, picnic for the grounds, carrier for toddlers

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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