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Buying Hampton Court Palace tickets in advance is the best way to guarantee entry. Hampton Court Palace is one of only two surviving palaces of Henry VIII, set in 60 acres of gardens beside the River Thames in East Molesey, Greater London. It is managed by the independent charity Historic Royal Palaces and is open to visitors all year round. This page gathers everything you need to plan a visit — address and postcode, opening times, current ticket prices, travel options from central London, parking, accessibility and facilities. Prices and times can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official Historic Royal Palaces website before you travel.
Hampton Court Palace, Hampton Court Way, Molesey, East Molesey KT8 9AU, United Kingdom. The sat-nav postcode is KT8 9AU. Telephone: +44 (0)20 3166 6000. The palace sits on the north bank of the Thames in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, roughly 12 miles south-west of central London, with the main visitor entrance on Hampton Court Way just across Hampton Court Bridge.
The palace and gardens open Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00–17:30, with last admission at 16:30. They are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. During Winter Palace (28 November 2026 to 3 January 2027) standard hours are 10:00–16:30 with last admission at 14:30, and on extended evenings the palace stays open until 19:30 with last admission at 17:30. The hedge maze normally closes shortly before the palace itself, so check on the day. Popular rooms such as the Great Hall, the Tudor Kitchens and the Baroque State Apartments are quietest in the first hour after opening. Information checked against the official Historic Royal Palaces site on 13 September 2026.
Admission is dated and timed, and prices vary between off-peak and peak days. One ticket covers the palace, the Great Hall, the Tudor Kitchens, the State Apartments, the 60 acres of gardens, the Magic Garden and the maze.
| Ticket type | Off-peak | Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £29.00 | £32.00 |
| Child (5–15) | £14.50 | £16.00 |
| Young person (16–17) | £14.50 | £16.00 |
| Senior (65+) | £23.50 | £25.50 |
| Student (18+, full-time) | £23.50 | £25.50 |
| Disabled concession | £23.50 | £25.50 |
| Under 5s, HRP members, carer or companion | Free | Free |
| £1 tickets | £1.00 | £1.10 |
| Ticket type | Off-peak | Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £32.00 | £35.00 |
| Child (5–15) and young person (16–17) | £16.00 | £17.50 |
| Senior and student | £25.50 | £28.00 |
| Under 5s, HRP members, carer or companion | Free | Free |
| £1 tickets | £1.00 | £1.00 |
Prices are in GBP. Booking online in advance is almost always cheaper than paying on the door, and weekend and school-holiday slots sell out early. A £1 ticket scheme is available for visitors receiving qualifying benefits. Always confirm the live price on the official Historic Royal Palaces website before you travel. Information checked against the official Historic Royal Palaces site on 13 September 2026.
By train: South Western Railway runs direct services from London Waterloo to Hampton Court station in about 35 minutes, usually twice an hour, with additional stops at Clapham Junction, Wimbledon and Surbiton. The station is a signposted five-minute walk from the palace gates across Hampton Court Bridge, and it is in Travelcard Zone 6, so contactless and Oyster payment work.
By car: Follow the A3 or M3 and then the brown tourist signs towards Hampton Court. The on-site car park is on Hampton Court Way and costs roughly £2.80 per hour; it fills quickly at weekends and during flower-show season. There is limited free parking on Hampton Court Green.
By bus: Routes 111, 216, 411, R68 and 461 all stop close to the palace gates.
By river: Seasonal riverboat services run from Westminster, Richmond and Kingston in the warmer months. The trip from Westminster is scenic but slow — allow around four hours each way.
By bike or on foot: The Thames Path passes the palace, and cycle racks are available near the main entrance.
Most of the ground floor, the gardens and the main courtyards are step-free, and accessible parking bays sit close to the entrance. Manual wheelchairs and mobility scooters can be borrowed free of charge, though numbers are limited and booking ahead is advised. Accessible toilets are available throughout the site, and audio guides include induction-loop support with large-print and braille guides on request. Assistance dogs are welcome everywhere in the palace and gardens. Some historic areas — including parts of the Tudor Kitchens and the upper State Apartments — are reached by original stone staircases with uneven cobbles, so sturdy footwear helps. Carers accompanying a disabled visitor are normally admitted free.
Eating options include the Privy Kitchen Coffee Shop inside the palace, the Tiltyard Cafe beside the gardens and the Garden Room Restaurant overlooking the Thames. Picnics are welcome in the gardens and on Hampton Court Green. The Palace Shop by the main entrance sells books, Tudor-themed gifts and souvenirs, and a seasonal Garden Shop trades near the Privy Garden. Cloakroom facilities, baby-changing rooms and free Wi-Fi are available on site.
Allow at least three to four hours for the main highlights — the Great Hall, the Tudor Kitchens, the Chapel Royal, the Baroque State Apartments and the Haunted Gallery. A full day lets you add the 60 acres of gardens, the Great Vine, the Magic Garden and the maze without rushing. Many visitors return a second time to see what they missed.
Want quick answers rather than the full detail? Our frequently asked questions page is a companion to this guide, with short answers on tickets, the nearest station and more. If you are still deciding, read our verdict on whether the palace is worth the trip.
For a more personal visit, see our guide to booking a private guided tour. The palace also runs seasonal events: summer music fans can follow our page on the Hampton Court Palace Festival 2027, and earlier festivals are recorded in our past events archive.