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Hampton Court Palace Private Tour: Traverse History with an Accredited Guide
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72 Ratings
Molesey
Embark on a private tour of Hampton Court Palace with accredited guide Sarah. Discover the secrets, stories, and ghosts that haunt this historic site. See magnificent artworks, Tudor kitchens, and more.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Hampton Court Palace - As we enter through the Tudor Gatehouse it may feel as though we have stepped back in time to the 16th Century. Together we will explore the courtyards and Tudor Kitchens, we will sense the smells and sounds of a busy working environment where sumptuous meals were prepared by the many servants for the Court of King Henry VIII. We will ascend to the upper floors to view the magnificent Tudor State Apartments which includes some of the finest artwork and tapestries from the period such as the Abraham Tapestries and the painting of the Family of Henry VIII. Walk through the Great Hall and along the Haunted Gallery where I shall tell the ghost story of Catherine Howard, King Henry VIII’s doomed fifth wife. Then we will move into the Baroque side of the palace built in 1689 by Queen Mary II & King William III to rival Versailes near Paris. We will see the magnificent gardens which include the world famous hedge Maze, the Great Vine, the Royal Tennis Court and the King’s Privy Garden.
What's Included
- Personal tour guided by accredited Sarah, White Badge holder.
What's Not Included
- Entrance to the palace, tickets cost approximately £30 should be purchased separately
- Please note the Chapel Royal is a working chapel and may close at short notice for services.
Additional Information
Sarah, employed at Hampton Court Palace since 2008, is privy to all the hidden tales surrounding those who once dwelled, labored, and met their end within this historic edifice. Sarah shares, ‘As a proficient raconteur, I’ll resurrect figures from history. Experience fables of lovers, treacheries, and phantom presences that linger in the corridors while treading the path of sovereigns where historical events transpired.’ You’ll glance upon splendid art pieces in the State Apartments of Henry VIII and William III, along with the Tudor timepiece, cooking areas, vine storage, and Pond Gardens. My tour’s expenditure includes a private group of 15 individuals for a span of 2 hours. If necessary, I am open to accommodating additional guests and extending the tour duration, yet kindly reach out to me to finalize such unique arrangements. Please note that the tour price DOES NOT cover the admission fees to Hampton Court Palace. The entrance ticket to the palace, costing around £30 per individual, can be procured from the Historic Royal Palace’s official website.
Location
64 Hampton Ct Way
Hampton Court Way
I will meet you at the West Gate which is the main palace entrance.
Once you have entered through Trophy Gate from the road A309, proceed up the driveway which is known as Trophy Drive, I shall wait near the moat just in front of the main entrance, West Gate.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Stacy_i
Jun 17, 2024
Must See - Sarah was our guide and she was beyond exceptional. I absolutely loved this tour. She had so much good information things you would not know otherwise, I highly recommend her. It was a private tour and well worth the money which honestly, I didn’t think was that much money, given it was a private tour.
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Sethr08
Jun 15, 2024
Tour of Hampton Court - Our tour guide Sarah was amazing. We had 3 generations of family members and she was able to keep each one interested and informed. Thank you so much, Sarah!
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Gregory
Jun 10, 2024
. Hampton Court Palace is a Don’t Miss venue if you visit England. We recommend Sarah highly. - We hired Sarah as our private guide, and she was terrific!
She is a fountain of knowledge about everything concerning Hampton Court Palace and she answered all of our questions.
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Geoff_p
Jun 6, 2024
Excellent guide - Sarah our Guide was absolutely fantastic. Her knowledge and interest were clearly evident and was presented in a way that was clear for us to understand and held our interest for the entire tour.
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Kathyg97
May 28, 2024
Exceptional Way to See Hampton Court Palace - Sarah Slater's friendliness and knowledge of Hampton Court are exceptional. We enjoyed a truly outstanding time! Take this tour as it's worth every penny to experience Hampton Court with Sarah. Thank you for our memorable visit to this historic treasure.
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William_s
May 27, 2024
It was a great experience... - It was a great experience sarah was Pleasant and well informed definitely made our trip to Hampton COURT very memorable. Thank you.
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Beth_g
May 27, 2024
Sarah gave us the perfect tour of Hampton Court Palace - We enjoyed hearing about the origin of the Palace and Cardinal Wolseley’s role, as well as the lineage and succession of Henry VIII and his heirs. Sarah eloquently described the various architectural and decorative features of the Palace, past and present, down to interpreting the graffiti on the stonework. She also provided a lot of insight into how the Royal court operated, including the significance of the bedroom assignments. An outstanding experience!
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Helen_f
May 23, 2024
Best guide at Hampton Court Palace - My guide Sarah shared her extensive knowledge bringing this amazing palace to life. From architecture, politics of the times and personalities of Henry’s court. I can highly recommend this tour.
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219patj
May 18, 2024
An exceptional day out - This was a most interesting trip. The guide made you feel that the Palace was a place where people actually lived. Her descriptions of their lives was so vivid and easy to imagine.
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Jde171
May 18, 2024
An excellent private tour of Hampton Court Palace. - I visited Hampton Court Palace with my local WI group. We had an excellent private tour with Sarah Slater who provided us with many interesting facts. She is a very good communicator and is able to bring history to life. It was a very enjoyable day out.
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