Kensington Palace
- Address: Kensington Gardens, London
- Hours: Open daily 10am - 6pm
- Admission: £12.50 (adults)
Kensington Palace Reviews
We've found 25 Kensington Palace reviews from Viator.com travelers and members: what they loved, what they liked and what they think could be improved. It's all here to help you make the most of your next trip.
Review by Marc R, USA, July 2010
Doing what: Royal Palaces Pass: Kensington Palace, Hampton Court and Tower of London
You need to go to the tower first, which was not clear in the documents sent. Spent a whole day at the tower - so worth it. The new Kensington is "different," but interesting.
Review by Suzanne S, USA, July 2010
Doing what: Skip the Line: Kensington Palace Tickets
They are changing the Kensington Palace to an "Enchanted Palace Theme" it was not what I had expected to see, so that was disappointing. it is done in a fairy tale-scavenger hunt style I guess to attract younger people but the theme was very dark and scary for the 5-8 year olds that were touring a few with their mother were even crying. It is different sort of Tim Burtonish but I was hoping to see where Princess Diana had lived etc and that is not what the palace is like anymore.
Review by Susan P, Canada, February 2010
Doing what: Skip the Line: Kensington Palace Tickets
Having bought pre-paid tickets allowed us to walk past line-ups and tour Kensington Palace at our leisure. I will definitely go Viator in the future.
Review by Anonymous, February 2010
Doing what: Royal Palaces Pass: Kensington Palace, Hampton Court and Tower of London
Tower of London was great. Lots of History..........Kensington Palace was a disappointment. The only highlight was seeing Princess Diana's Dresses on display. Didn't make it to Hampton Court.
Review by Robert P, Australia, February 2010
Doing what: Skip the Line: Kensington Palace Tickets
Those of a certain gender in our family dragged the others to see "all about Di". All of us were bored beyond belief. Discarding our headphones to escape the dreary commentary, and heading quickly to the orangerie for lunch, we were confronted with an expensive menu with about nothing for teenagers. The best thing about this visit was the close proximity to Portobello Road markets, which were wonderful. The administrators of Kensington Palace did not cater for those in our group who wanted to see and learn "all about Princess Di". Perhaps we didn't do our homework properly.
Review by Anonymous, September 2009
Doing what: London Royal Parks Bike Tour including Hyde Park
This is the best way to introduce yourself to London. Our tour leader was extremely passionate about the history and the sites of the city, making it both fun and educational. The bikes we used made it easy to cruise through the streets, parks, and some hidden places that you normally would not see from a tour bus. I especially enjoyed stopping by the memorial to Princess Diana and the ride through Kensington Gardens.
Review by Dean T, Australia, January 2009
Doing what: Skip the Line: Kensington Palace Tickets
Kensington Palace is lovely. There weren't many people waiting when we went; however, in peak times it would be a great time saver.
Review by Joyce P, USA, January 2009
Doing what: Royal Palaces Pass: Kensington Palace, Hampton Court and Tower of London
To do the Tower of London right, you need to give yourself at least three to four hours of walking around time, which doesn't include shopping. A bit warm, surprisingly, in the castle buildings. Lots of climbing up narrow stairways. Be careful! Great event.
Hampton Court is for lovers of the Tudor era. The gardens require an extra hour or so to enjoy. I did not get a chance to see the maze-it was getting dark, so I rushed through the back garden. Extraordinary grounds. Visit the garden gift shop too and especially the Tudor Kitchen gift shop. Wow, what a great place.
Not enough time in one day to see all three-Kensington Palace will have to be another day. The ticket is good for one year from purchase. When you buy this event, you buy all three ticket entrances. You have to find your own way to each. No hotel pickups. There is ice skating at the Tower of London in winter holiday season. That was cool! And also an ice skating rink at Hampton Court too, along with a merry-go-round for kids. Festival-like atmosphere! Should allow 3-4 hours for each of the sites.
Review by Kathryn I, Australia, October 2008
Doing what: Royal Palaces Pass: Kensington Palace, Hampton Court and Tower of London
Loved Hampton Court but try to leave a whole day to do it. Tower of London good too. Kensington Palace OK, but not as interesting and worthwhile seeing as other two.
Review by Larry O, October 2008
Doing what: Skip the Line: Kensington Palace Tickets
Enjoyed Kensington Palace.
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