Hampton Court Palace Tours Reviews

“Parking on site was easy and everything was walkable. The exhibits were superb — we even saw the indoor tennis court in use — and we spent about four and a half hours before we ran out of day.”

Paul, UK, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Entrance Ticket

“The free audio guide is the thing to grab — start at ten and by early afternoon you can cross the road for lunch and be back for the jousting.”

David, USA, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Entrance Ticket

“Having tickets in hand meant we walked straight in. Train and a short walk from London — nothing to figure out.”

Heidi, USA, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Entrance Ticket

“Interactive with real scents and sounds; the courtyards are a little rough underfoot, as you'd expect from the period. We felt like we'd stepped back in time.”

Deborah, USA, family, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Entrance Ticket

“Sheila's knowledge of the palace is encyclopedic — eighteen years working here shows. Relaxed, engaging, and full of stories we'd never have found on our own.”

Thomas, USA, couple, 2026 · Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace

“She asked what we wanted from the tour and delivered exactly that — Henry VIII and the six wives, with bonus ghost stories in the Haunted Gallery.”

Lisa, USA, family, 2026 · Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace

“We've taken tours in many countries; this was top-ten. She accommodated my mother's mobility scooter without fuss.”

Tom, USA, multi-gen family, 2026 · Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace

“Julie grew up around the palace and it showed — personal stories you won't get from a headset. Best guide of our whole England trip.”

Deborah, USA, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour. Full day Entry & Afternoon Tea

“Two hours flew by, and the afternoon tea by the river afterwards — carrot cake, pomegranate tea — was the perfect finish.”

Bryan, USA, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour. Full day Entry & Afternoon Tea

“Guide met us at the station, walked us over, and after the tour we still had the full-day pass to go back in and explore.”

Michelle, USA, couple, 2025 · Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour. Full day Entry & Afternoon Tea

“Sandy told us which train to take, bought-ticket advice included — then three hours of history at a pace that never overwhelmed.”

Mike, USA, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace 3hr tour: Henry VIII's & William III's intriguing Palaces

“A polished performer, clearly at home in the building and well known to the palace staff.”

Lucas, Australia, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace 3hr tour: Henry VIII's & William III's intriguing Palaces

“Jo made 16th-century history feel like gossip between friends — my eleven-year-old stayed hooked for two hours.”

Sheila, USA, family, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Private Guided Tour

“Erudite and funny; by the end it felt like parting with a friend.”

Peter, Canada, family, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Private Guided Tour

“Siobhan has written four books on the Tudors and it shows — she tailored everything to our interests and got us to the jousting after.”

Christine, USA, small group, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - Secrets of Henry VIII

“Less a tour than being transported into royal intrigue — every room felt like it had a heartbeat.”

Joanna, USA, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - Secrets of Henry VIII

“Divorced, beheaded, died — Sarah made the rhyme real, room by room, and kept our daughters riveted.”

Maran, USA, family, 2026 · Private Guided Tour Secrets of the Six Wives Hampton Court Palace

“Sarah met us where our knowledge was and skipped what bored us. The graffiti carved into the walls was the detail I'll remember.”

Julie, USA, couple, 2025 · Private tour with an accredited expert guide Hampton Court Palace

“As a structural engineer I wanted the building itself explained — James has a masters in architectural history and delivered exactly that.”

Andrea, USA, solo, 2025 · Private Tour of Hampton Court Palace with Award-Winning Architectural Historian

“A flat, easy ride through Bushy Park with deer descended from Henry VIII's herds — note you circle the palace, you don't go inside it.”

Jessica, Canada, small group, 2024 · Hampton Court Palace Grounds Bike Tour

“Clean, air-conditioned coach, on time both ways, dropped near the entrance — the stress-free way in from London.”

Sara, UK, family, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Half Day Trip from London with Tickets

“Our black-cab driver took the scenic route through Richmond Park and narrated the whole way — the drive was part of the tour.”

Daniela, Germany, couple, 2025 · Stunning Hampton Court Palace Private Day Trip from London

“Two royal residences in one day without touching a train — David guided us personally at Hampton Court and dropped us at Windsor Castle's door.”

Jon, USA, couple, 2023 · Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Private Car with Driver Guide

“The Mercedes van fit our family of five and the schedule flexed around us — none of the group-tour feel.”

Scott, USA, family, 2020 · Luxury Private Day Hire London-London Stopover at Windsor & Hampton Court Palace

“My digital pass wouldn't scan and I had to repurchase at the palace — the staff were gracious, but buy direct if that worries you.”

Deana, USA, solo, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Entrance Ticket

“The palace itself isn't as polished as Windsor Castle and stairs are unavoidable in places — our guide used the lift where one existed, but plan for the walking.”

Kim, USA, family, 2025 · Private Guided Tour of Hampton Court Palace

“The guide was excellent but sometimes spoke facing away from us, and I'd have traded some kitchen time for more state rooms.”

Patricia, USA, couple, 2025 · Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour. Full day Entry & Afternoon Tea

“Beautiful route, but the vintage bikes needed maintenance and our guide talked too fast — arrive early so they can fit your bike properly.”

Deborah, USA, couple, 2024 · Hampton Court Palace Grounds Bike Tour

“It's transport plus a ticket, not a guided tour — no commentary en route, and three hours on site felt rushed for a first visit.”

James, USA, couple, 2026 · Hampton Court Palace Half Day Trip from London with Tickets

“Superb day but no lunch stop was planned and we were famished — build in food time if you book the double-palace day.”

Vickie, USA, couple, 2024 · Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Private Car with Driver Guide

“Our driver never showed and the local number went unanswered — the booking was cancelled and refunded, but check your confirmation details the day before.”

Gregg, USA, couple, 2025 · Private Vehicle To Hampton Court Palace From London With Admission Tickets