Why choose this London tour ?
Full Day Entry Ticket, an afternoon tea, a dedicated sitting in a luxury venue for a high tea, and a knowledgable, fun, and friendly private guide showing you around.
A traditional Afternoon tea including delicate finger sandwiches, delicious patisseries, and freshly baked scones. Choose a tea from our Royal Selection.
Step back in time to 16th century Tudor England and be immersed in a place steeped in the history and drama of Kings and Queens, Hampton Court Palace.
From the beguiling tales of the legendary Henry VIII and his many wives to the unusual joint rulership of William III & Mary II. A fun, friendly, and knowledgeable guide will welcome you for a 2.5-hour discovery tour introducing you to the extraordinary palace & fascinating insights into the lives of the Royalty that lived at Hampton Court.
We will then experience the full splendor of Afternoon Tea & provide you access for the full day. The public version of this tour with the same team has an average rating of 5/5
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What makes Private Hampton Court Palace tour and High Tea a unique experience ?
In a Private Group, step back in time to 16th century Tudor England and be immersed in a place steeped in the
history and drama of Kings and Queens, Hampton Court Palace.
From the beguiling tales of
the legendary Henry VIII and his many wives to the unusual joint rulership of William III and
Mary II. A fun, friendly, and knowledgeable guide will welcome you for a 2.5-hour experience introducing you to the extraordinary palace and fascinating insights into the lives of the Royalty that lived at Hampton Court. We will then experience the full splendor of Afternoon Tea whilst discussing facts about our Royal family and the intriguing history behind our national drink as well as the ceremony of afternoon tea. You will have access to the Palace for the full day
You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces
and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the
remainder of the day. This experience is the perfect blend of a guided tour with refreshments and independent discovery.
In a private group, your guide will introduce you to the history of
Cardinal Wolsey’s creation which he gifted to Henry in 1528. We will stroll through the
courtyards that were witness to great events. Passing under Ann Boleyn’s Gatehouse where
she lived before she was executed, we will see the magnificent baroque palace, Fountain
Court, created by Sir Christopher Wren for William III and Mary II.
Our tour continues to the restored sunken gardens and then onto the vast Tudor kitchens of
Henry’s creation. Finally, we will make our way to the Tiltyard (originally for jousting) for a mouthwatering
Afternoon Tea. You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces
and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the
remainder of the day. This experience is the perfect blend of a guided tour with refreshments and independent discovery.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for people who are Celiac or have any Gluten Allergies
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
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Private Hampton Court Palace tour and High Tea Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Audio Guide in Multiple Languages
- Full Day Entry Ticket
- A Traditional freshly prepared Afternoon Tea
- Private Guide
- Pick-up and Drop-Off
- Food for Children (available for purchase)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Top Tasting Tours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Please be advised that the food on the tour is not prepared by us and are using third-party vendors, street food.
Be aware that food prepared in the markets and by our suppliers may contain or could have been in contact with nuts, wheat, soybeans, milk, eggs, shellfish, crustacean’s.
Possible cross-contamination.
We will take every possible care to offer you alternatives.
Bring a topped up Oyster Card in case we need to take Public Transport
We won’t be able to answer our phones once the tour has started it is essential that you arrive 10 minutes before the start and unfortunately, we will not be able to provide a refund due to lateness or delay. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point.
This Tour is not suitable for someone with a high Gluten Intolerance.
