Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible. Kensington Place has ground-level access from Kensington Gardens. Please note, there is currently no lift access at Kensington Palace.Manual wheelchairs are available to use free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. There are a limited number of wheelchairs and they cannot be reserved in advance. Please ask a member of staff on arrival for more information. These wheelchairs are for indoor use only.

Can wheelchairs be rented? If so, what is the cost?

Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental.

Is Kensington Palace baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities. All toilets have baby-changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly. Pushchairs can easily be taken around the palace. For step-free access, please ask a member of staff.

Are there designated areas to store pushchairs when not in use?

No, there are no designated areas to store pushchairs when not in use.

Is there a restroom for mothers that are breastfeeding?

Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.

No, Kensington Palace have stated they are not dog friendly. Guide Dogs only

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options. Head to the Kensington Palace Cafe or the The Orangery at Kensington Palace for light bites, snacks and refreshments. Please note that you will need to book in advance.

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food There are plenty of picnic spots around Kensington Gardens.

Who currently lives in Kensington Palace?

Kensington Palace contains the offices and London residences of The Prince and Princess of Wales, The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, The Duke and Duchess of Kent and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent.

Are tourists allowed in Kensington Palace?

Yes! Some historic parts of the palace are open to the public to visit!

Is there a dress code to visit Kensington Palace?

There is no specific dress code for visitors, however, Kensington Palace have advised that you dress respectfully of others that are present.

No, there is no parking. There is no general on-site parking available. The nearest car parks are Q-Park Queensway (10-minute walk away) as well as Euro Car Parks and Hyde Park/Bays Water Road (which are also a 10-minute walk away).Accessible parking is available on-site but will need to be booked at least 7 in advance. You'll need to provide: - Your name- Date and estimated time of arrival- Car registration plate details- Blue Badge serial number

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

No, there is no private hire at Kensington Palace.

What are the closest public transport stops or stations to the attraction?

Queensway Underground Station (Central Line) is about a 7-minute walk (0.45miles) to the palace entrance, through Kensington Gardens. Queensway Underground Station does not have step free access from platform to ground level. High Street Kensington Underground Station is about a 12-minute walk (0.47miles) to the palace entrance. You'll walk along Kensington High Street and into Kensington Gardens, entering the park via King’s Arms Gate. High Street Kensington has step free interchange, but not step free access from platform to ground level. You can take the 9, 49, 52, 70, 452 & N9 buses to the palace. These buses call at stops M (Eastbound) or N (Westbound). Please note, the bus stops are around a 3-4 minute from the Palace entrance.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

Yes, Kensington Palace had stated that you will need to pre-book. We advise pre-booking to ensure the best availability and price.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public. Toilets can be found at Stone Hall, in the Café and in the Pigott Galleries.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available The Clore Learning Centre on the ground floor of the palace has accessible toilets.

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About Kensington Palace

Kensington Palace sits at the heart of Kensington Gardens and has been home to young royals for over 300 years. Birthplace of Queen Victoria, former home of Princess Diana, and current London residence of the Prince and Princess of Wales, it is one of the most storied royal palaces in Britain. And unlike many heritage sites, it genuinely works for families: the exhibitions are immersive, the gardens are free to roam, and children under 16 get in for half the adult price.

Walk in the Footsteps of Royalty
Kensington Palace has been home to young royals for over 300 years. Queen Victoria was born here in 1819 and became queen at just 18, ruling for 63 years. It is the current London residence of the Prince and Princess of Wales, and has been home to some of the most famous figures in royal history, including Princess Diana. History feels genuinely close here.
Explore Three Exhibitions Included in Your Ticket
Right now, your admission covers three distinct exhibitions. The Last Princesses of Punjab (until 8 November 2026) explores the life of Punjabi princess and suffragette Sophia Duleep Singh and five women connected to her story. Power, Perfume and Scandal dives into the palace's scandalous 18th-century social scene. And Victoria: A Royal Childhood takes you into the rooms where the future queen grew up, complete with her childhood dollhouse and personal scrapbooks.
Discover the King's State Apartments and the Jewel Room
The King's State Apartments were used for royal audiences and are filled with spectacular sculptures and art collections, including the terracotta busts of George II and Queen Caroline. The Jewel Room displays gems commissioned for Queen Victoria by Prince Albert. And the palace's extraordinary light installation, made from nearly 12,000 Swarovski crystals and almost 4 km of electroluminescent wire, is not to be missed.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

Monday, 10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday, 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday, 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday, 10:00 - 18:00
Friday, 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday, 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday, 10:00 - 18:00

Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Directions

Kensington Palace

The State Apartments, Kensington Palace, Palace Green, London, Greater London, W8 4PX, England

Tel: 08444827777

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Last updated: 12:53 17/08/2026

By Tube

Kensington Palace is easily accessible by the London Underground (Tube). The nearest tube stations are:

High Street Kensington (Circle and District lines): From the station, it's about a 10-minute walk. Exit the station, turn left onto Kensington High Street, and walk towards Kensington Gardens. The palace entrance is through the park.

Queensway (Central line): From the station, it takes approximately 15 minutes to walk. Turn left out of the station and enter Kensington Gardens. Follow the signs within the park to Kensington Palace.

Notting Hill Gate (Central, Circle, and District lines): This station is about a 15-minute walk to the palace. Exit the station, head towards Kensington Church Street, and enter Kensington Gardens, following the signs to the palace.

By Train

Paddington Station: From Paddington, take the Circle or District line to High Street Kensington, then follow the walking directions above.

Victoria Station: From Victoria, take the Circle or District line directly to High Street Kensington.

By Bus

There are several bus routes have stops near Kensington Palace:

Route 70: Stops on Kensington Road, close to the entrance of Kensington Gardens.

Route 94: Stops on Bayswater Road, near Queensway Station.

Route 148: Stops on Bayswater Road, also close to Queensway Station.

Route 390: Stops on Notting Hill Gate, near the entrance to Kensington Gardens.

Kensington Palace

About Kensington Palace

Walk in the Footsteps of Royalty

Explore Three Exhibitions Included in Your Ticket

Discover the King's State Apartments and the Jewel Room

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

Pricing & Tickets

Facilities

Plan Your Visit

FAQs

Directions

Kensington Palace Reviews

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