Kensington Garden Self Paced Mini Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt
At a glance
Kensington Garden Self Paced Mini Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt is a 1h – 2h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Tourist Scavenger Hunt. Prices start from $7.76 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required), 24/7 customer support, Solve 22 varied challenges.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 18 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h – 2h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, French
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–6 per booking
- Ages
- Traveller 0–120
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Kensington Garden Group tkt
from $26.15
Scavenger Hunt Group Option: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, for groups of up to 6 people.
- Days:
- Every day
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Kensington Garden Single tkt
from $7.50
Scavenger Hunt Individual Tkt: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, available as an individual ticket.
- Days:
- Every day
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Explore the beauty of Kensington Gardens with a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt. This 3.2 km route takes you from the iconic Albert Memorial to Kensington Palace, featuring landmarks such as the Italian Garden and Royal Albert Hall. Engage with 22 fun challenges at various points of interest, perfect for families and pet lovers alike. With a flexible schedule, you can start whenever you choose and walk at your own pace, making it a fun and informative experience for all ages.
Buy either a single or a group ticket.
- Self-guided tour through Kensington Gardens, approx. 2 hours
- Discover 21 notable sites including Kensington Palace and the Serpentine
- Solve 22 engaging challenges to enhance your visit
- Suitable for families, children, and pets; wheelchair and stroller-friendly
What's included
What's included
- Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required)
- 24/7 customer support
- Solve 22 varied challenges
- See 21 points of interest
Not included
- This tour is strictly exterior sightseeing, you need not enter any of the locations seen on it.
- Internet access on your smartphone required
- Admission is not included for any location, as you do not need to enter them for this activity.
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Learn about this memorial and who Prince Albert was to Queen Victoria.
Solve 2 challenges here -
Stop 2 · 5m
Learn about the evolution of Kensington Gardens as you enter the park and walk to your next destination.
Solve a challenge along the way. -
Stop 3 · 5m
See this small bandstand and solve a challenge here.
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Stop 4 · 5m
Learn about Queen Victoria while admiring this statue of her at 18 years old.
Solve a challenge here -
Stop 5
See and learn about Kensington Palace, and Queen Victoria's history with it as she grew up here.
Spend 10 minutes on site. -
Stop 6 · 10m
Make your way to the Round Pond and learn about its creation.
Solve a challenge and then walk to the next destination. -
Stop 7 · 10m
Learn about John Hannin Speke and solve a challenge here.
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Stop 8 · 15m
Solve a challenge at the 2 Bears fountain before entering the Italian Gardens.
Here you will walk around and solve 2 challenges. You'll learn about Edward Jenner.
As you exit, solve another challenge about the birds of the park, to discover your next destination. -
Stop 9 · 5m
Learn about Peter Pan's creator and solve a challenge here.
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Stop 10 · 10m
See Queen Caroline's Temple and learn more about the evolution of Kensington Gardens, which she had a hand in.
Solve a challenge before walking to the next destination. -
Stop 11
See 1 of the 2 Serpentine Galleries and learn about their function. Solve a challenge here before moving on.
Spend 5 minutes here, and another 5 minutes to get to the next stop. -
Stop 12
See one of the Guard Houses, this one is the Alexandra Lodge, next to the Alexandra Gate.
Solve a challenge here to discover your next destination.
Spend 5 minutes here, and another 5 to get to the next stop. -
Stop 13
See this embassy and solve a challenge about its flag.
Spend 5 minutes here. -
Stop 14
See this embassy and learn about its flag.
Cross the street for the next challenge.
Spend 5 minutes here. -
Stop 15 · 5m
Learn about Ernest Shackleton and solve a challenge here.
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Stop 16 · 5m
Learn about David Livingstone and solve a challenge about a wall feature near his statue.
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Stop 17
Learn about the RGS as you solve a challenge here.
Spend 5 minutes here before walking 5 minutes to your final destination. -
Stop 18
Learn about this grand concert hall and solve a final challenge.
Spend 5 minutes here.
Meeting point
Once you're standing near the Albert Memorial, across the street from the Royal Albert Hall, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Kensington Garden Self Paced Mini Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt take?
The experience lasts about 1h – 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $7.76 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?
Scavenger hunt instructions on your smartphone (data required); 24/7 customer support; Solve 22 varied challenges; See 21 points of interest.
Where does it start?
Once you're standing near the Albert Memorial, across the street from the Royal Albert Hall, and have completed the transaction with our website, follow the start instructions in the "Order Complete" email.
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, French.
