Hampton Court Palace Tickets
Palace, gardens, Maze and Magic Garden included
East Molesey, Surrey
Official Ticket SellerWhat to Expect...
Step into the world of kings, queens and grand royal rooms with Hampton Court Palace tickets. General admission includes the palace, courtyards, gardens, Maze and Magic Garden, giving families a full day out with history, outdoor space and play areas in one visit.
Summer 2026 highlights include Henry VIII’s Joust on 18-19 July, Beano Havoc from 25 July to 23 August, and Historic Cookery on weekends from 25 July to 30 August. These are included with palace admission on official event dates. Relaxed Mornings in the Magic Garden and Shire horse rides require separate tickets. Looking for more historic family ideas? Browse our
Suitable for Ages 4+
Typical Visit Times 3 - 4 hours
Limited paid parking on-site
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- Jul 2026
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- Open Wed-Sun 10:00-17:30; (entry before 16:30)
- Pushchairs not permitted inside the palace
- Historic home of Henry VIII with maze & gardens
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What's Included in your ticket
A General Admission ticket gives you entry to all open public areas of Hampton Court Palace, along with the gardens, courtyards, Maze and Magic Garden. It's a flexible ticket that works well if you want to spend a few hours here or make a full day of it.
Official ticket types include Adult, Child age 5-15, Young Person 16-17, Senior, Full-time Student 18+ and Disabled Concession. A Disabled Carer / Companion ticket is available free, subject to the official conditions.
Children aged 0 to 4 go free and do not need a ticket. Children aged 5 to 15 need a child ticket and must be accompanied by an adult.
Includes:
Entry to all open public areas of Hampton Court Palace- Access to the gardens and courtyards
- Entry to Hampton Court Maze
- Entry to the Magic Garden
- Free audio guide
- Included live seasonal events where listed with admission
Excludes:
Parking charges for standard visitor parking- Food, drinks and gift shop purchases
What's On - Highlights and Experiences
Hampton Court Palace works well for mixed-age family groups. Adults can take in the history, interiors and royal stories, while younger visitors have outdoor space, the Maze and the Magic Garden to break up the day.
The palace interiors give you the big-name history, but the outdoor areas are what make this easier with children. You can pace the visit, stop for food, and give little ones room to move around rather than trying to do the whole day indoors.
If you're visiting in spring, current live events include the Tulip Festival and the Easter Lindt GOLD BUNNY Hunt. These are included with admission on official event dates, which makes a standard ticket go further.
It's also an easy one for London and Surrey families thanks to the short walk from Hampton Court station. For more nearby inspiration, see our guide to things to do in Surrey and more things to do in Greater London.
Your ticket covers the public palace rooms, including major Tudor spaces and later royal apartments. It's a practical way to experience one of the country's best-known historic sites without needing a separate indoor and outdoor ticket.
The gardens, courtyards and Maze are all included, so there's plenty beyond the palace interiors. That extra space makes the day easier with children, especially if you want time outdoors between the historic sections.
The Magic Garden is included in general admission and is one of the main reasons families choose Hampton Court Palace. Children must be supervised at all times, and older teens aged 16 to 17 can only enter when accompanying a child and an adult.
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, Surrey, KT8 9AU
Get DirectionsBy Rail
Hampton Court train station is located a 5-minute walk from the palace. National Rail train services run from London Waterloo every 30 minutes, calling at Vauxhall, Clapham Junction, Earlsfield, Wimbledon, Raynes Park, New Maldon, Berrylands, Surbiton, Thames Ditton and Hampton Court.
The station is in zone 6. Oyster cards are accepted on this route.
Trains returning to London Waterloo depart Hampton Court station at regular times:
Monday to Saturday: 24 and 54 minutes past the hour
Sunday: 05 and 35 minutes past the hour
By Bus
Bus services run from Kingston and Richmond.
From Kingston - 111*, 216*, 411*, 461, 513
From Richmond - R68*
*These services accept Oyster cards, LT cards, bus passes, Travelcards, Freedom Passes and Saver Tickets.
London Underground
There is no London Underground station at Hampton Court. The nearest Underground stations are in Wimbledon and Richmond, where connecting bus routes are available.
Opening times vary by date. In the current summer schedule, Hampton Court Palace and Gardens are generally open Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:30, with last admission at 16:30. During school holidays, the palace may open daily. Always check your selected visit date before travelling.
- General admission includes the palace, gardens, courtyards, Maze and Magic Garden.
- Children under 5 go free and do not need a ticket.
- Children aged 5 to 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
- On-site parking is limited and cannot be pre-booked.
- Only trained assistance dogs and medical alert dogs are allowed on site.
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Last Updated: 08:50 17/07/2026