Hampton Court Palace has stood gorgeously on the banks of the River Thames. Many important historical figures, including 12 monarchs, have fallen helplessly for her charms for over 500 years.
One of Henry VIII’s most enduring passions was for the palace on the Thames. To this day, you can still experience the beauty that enthralled him, strolling around 6 acres of magnificent buildings. Every corner will capture your heart and mind.
The Georgian Rooms make a great start to your tour. Experience palace intrigue at first hand as a free sound guide opens up the private world of King George II and Queen Caroline in their most intimate surroundings.
Beneath the colonnade in Clock Court is the entrance to the King’s Apartments lovingly restored to their full glory after the fire of 1986. Here, you’ll find the King’s Great Bedchamber and his Eating Room as well as the magnificent King’s Staircase.Riverside Gardens Explore the 60 acres of beautiful gardens, then try unraveling our world famous maze.
Up the staircase, beneath Anne Boleyn’s Gateway, you’ll find the state apartments of Henry VIII, the setting for some of the key events in his life. Here, he learned of betrayal as well as experiencing the joy of seeing his son baptised. History will never have seemed so vivid.
With 1000 meals to be served in Henry VIII’s Great Hall every day, the kitchens were always busy. Why not pick up some of the mouth-watering recipes at the kitchen shop?Cut through the immaculately kept courtyards as you head towards your next port of call. You never know what you might find in the way!
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