Take a Royal Tour

Explore our royal links from King George's palace, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's vision to the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain.


Monuments in Kensington Gardens

Enjoy looking at monuments and memorials in Kensington Gardens- including the most famous Albert Memorial, statue of Peter Pan and The Arch by Henry Moore.

Victoria: A Royal Childhood

Discover the story of Princess Victoria, the young girl destined to be queen, in the rooms where she was born and raised at Kensington Palace. Explore how an indulged young princess blossomed into the independent and iconic monarch we remember.

The Italian Gardens

The Italian Gardens is a 150-year-old ornamental water garden located on the north side of Kensington Gardens near Lancaster Gate. It is believed to have been created as a gift from Prince Albert to his beloved Queen Victoria.

Discovering Britain: Albertopolis Walk

Take a self-guided tour and explore how London’s quarter for the arts and sciences was created. Discover more about it's great institutions and magnificent buildings.

V&A jewellery collection

One of the finest collections of jewelry in the world - over 3,500 jewels, including pendants given by Queen Elizabeth I.

Daily: 10am-5:45pm - Friday: 10am–10pm

V&A South Kensington

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Princess Diana Memorial fountain

A unique fountain memorial to Princess Diana designed to reflect her spirit of life and love of children.

Princess Diana Memorial walk

The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk takes visitors through four of the most beautiful parks in the world, including Hyde Park and Kensington Palace.

Royal Albert Hall Tours

Step inside a landmark like no other. Together with a friendly guide, take a peek at the royal areas of the Hall.

Queen Carolines Temple

Explore Queen Caroline's Temple which is a classical style summer house overlooking the Long Water, east of Lancaster Walk, Hyde Park.

The Sunken Garden

The beautiful Sunken Garden was planted in 1908, transforming part of the gardens previously occupied by potting sheds into a tranquil ornamental garden. Today, the garden continues the tradition of rotational flower displays in the spring and summer.

The Great Exhibition Virtual Tour

Take a virtual tour of the magnificent Crystal Palace and experience its innovative design and beauty. Constructed in 1851, it defined Prince Albert's ambitions to showcase the best of Victoria's reign.

The King's State Apartments

Explore the King's State Apartments, each grander than the last. These rooms contain many sculptures and works of art, such as the terracotta busts of George II and his wife Queen Caroline, made by Michael Rysbrack in 1738 and 1739.

Wed - Sun

10 am - 6 pm from Mar to Oct; 10 am - 4 pm from Nov to Feb

Kensington Palace

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The Queen's State Apartments

Explore these intimate rooms created for Queen Mary II. The Queen's apartments were where Mary, and later royal consorts, lived. This is where they had their bedroom, took their meals, entertained their friends and distinguished guests, and relaxed.

Wed - Sun

10 am - 6 pm from Mar to Oct; 10 am - 4 pm from Nov to Feb

Kensington Palace

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Daily Talks at Kensington Palace

Delve into the history of Kensington Palace with a 15-minute talk with an expert member of our guide team.

Wed - Sun

11.30 am, 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm, 2.30 pm & 3.30 pm

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Inside Out Tour

On an Inside Out Tour, you’ll join a friendly tour guide on a journey through Victorian architecture and history, finishing inside the Hall’s spectacular auditorium. This tour is wheelchair friendly and will last approximately 1 hour.

Most Saturdays

11.30 am

Royal Albert Hall

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