Kensington Palace
A royal palace where Princess Diana and Queen Victoria once lived. Visitors can tour the King's and Queen's apartments and a royal fashion exhibition.
Kensington Palace stands at the western end of Kensington Gardens. It has been a royal residence since the 17th century. Queen Victoria was born and raised here, and Princess Diana also lived here. Today it remains the official residence of some members of the royal family. Open areas include the King's State Apartments, the Queen's Apartments, and the Victoria Revealed exhibition, and royal costume exhibitions are frequently held. The Sunken Garden in front of the palace and the statue of Queen Victoria can be seen for free. Tickets start at about £25, and booking online is cheaper. The palace is usually open Wednesday through Sunday (check the official website for current hours). It is about a 10 minute walk from High Street Kensington or Queensway Station on the Underground.
Opening hours
Usually Wed–Sun 10:00–18:00 (earlier closing in winter)
Nearby sights
- Royal Albert Hall
- Notting Hill / Portobello Road Market
- Design Museum
- Natural History Museum
- Science Museum
- Victoria and Albert Museum
- Hyde Park & Kensington Gardens
- Harrods