Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - Secrets of Henry VIII
At a glance
Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - Secrets of Henry VIII is a 1h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by The History Guides. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 144 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $242.25 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Featured on PBS television's 'Secrets of Henry VIII's Palace', She is the author of four books on Tudor history., Also lectures for the US Smithsonian and the UK Arts Society.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 144 travellers
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
You can book palace entry tickets in advance on the Hampton Court website. Tours are non-costume and can be adapted for children, giving the whole family a fun insight. Join your historian guide, from television's 'Secrets of Henry VIII's Palace', to discover Hampton Court. Through its rooms you can chart Henry’s decline from athletic prince to bloated tyrant and hear about the six women who became his queens. Dig a little deeper and find hidden stories of ghost, executions and 'horrible histories'. Highlights are Great Hall, Chapel and Haunted Gallery, Baroque palace and gardens.
Choose from one of two departure times. 11:00 or 13:30
What's included
What's included
- Featured on PBS television's 'Secrets of Henry VIII's Palace'
- She is the author of four books on Tudor history.
- Also lectures for the US Smithsonian and the UK Arts Society
- With Siobhan Clarke who has a History degree and is accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guides.
- Has worked for Historic Royal Palaces for 20 years.
Not included
- Palace Admission Tickets can be booked in advance online
- Transport
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h 30m
Palace highlights with gardens.
Meeting point
Suggest booking palace entrance TICKETS in advance, on the Hampton Court website, although they can be purchased on the day. Please enter palace grounds and proceed down the drive to the WEST GATE, where tickets are checked. Your guide will be waiting for you.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- There are opportunities to sit during the tour
- Slow pace available on request
- Tour will be adapted to suit all ages, interests and abilities
- Entrance tickets can be booked online in advance from the Hampton Court Palace website
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Hampton Court Palace Private Tour - Secrets of Henry VIII take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $242.25 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Featured on PBS television's 'Secrets of Henry VIII's Palace'; She is the author of four books on Tudor history.; Also lectures for the US Smithsonian and the UK Arts Society; With Siobhan Clarke who has a History degree and is accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guides.; Has worked for Historic Royal Palaces for 20 years..
Where does it start?
Suggest booking palace entrance TICKETS in advance, on the Hampton Court website, although they can be purchased on the day. Please enter palace grounds and proceed down the drive to the WEST GATE, where tickets are checked. Your guide will be waiting for you.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 144 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
