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London Kensington Palace Walking Tour 2 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

AverageTop 50% in London

1 review · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • London, United Kingdom
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Kensington Palace’s royal rooms and gardens with a private Blue Badge guide, and hear stories of Princess Diana and the Windsor dynasty.

About this tour

Step into royal history on a private London Kensington Palace Walking Tour, led by a qualified Blue Badge guide. This former home of Princess Diana and a royal residence since 1689 offers a vivid look at the people and events behind the palace walls.

Begin with an introduction to the palace and gardens, then explore the interior and main exhibits. See the Queen Victoria Childhood Rooms, the King’s Gallery, the Queen’s Gallery, and the Dresscode exhibition as your guide shares stories of the Windsor dynasty. Outside, visit the South Gate, where mourners left flowers after Diana’s death in 1997, and see her statue in the Sunken Garden. The tour also takes in the palace gardens and the historic Orangery, built for Queen Anne to grow oranges.

With privileged guiding access and an English-speaking expert, this 150-minute London Kensington Palace Walking Tour brings royal history into focus. Palace admission is purchased separately. Book your tour and discover the stories woven through this remarkable royal residence.

Highlights

  • Explore Kensington Palace with a qualified Blue Badge guide
  • See the Queen Victoria Childhood Rooms and royal galleries
  • Discover stories of the Windsor dynasty and Princess Diana
  • Visit the South Gate and Diana’s statue in the Sunken Garden
  • Admire the palace gardens and historic Orangery

What's included

Included

  • Qualified London Blue Badge guide with privileged guiding access
  • Native English-speaking guide

Not included

  • Kensington Palace admission: £24.70 per adult, £20 for ages 65+, and £12.40 per child; purchase in advance from the official website
  • Afternoon tea at the Orangery restaurant; book directly, with prices varying

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Important information

  • Meet outside Aubaine Restaurant, 129 Bayswater Road, London, W2 4RJ, 5 minutes before the tour
  • Aubaine is near the Queensway Tube station exit on the Central line
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
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  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 150 minutes.

Is palace admission included?

No. Admission costs £24.70 per adult, £20 for ages 65+, and £12.40 per child. Buy tickets in advance from the official website.

Where is the meeting point?

Meet outside Aubaine Restaurant at 129 Bayswater Road, London, W2 4RJ, 5 minutes before the tour.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is listed as wheelchair accessible.

Can I have afternoon tea at the Orangery?

Afternoon tea is not included. Book directly with the Orangery restaurant; prices vary.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 1 review. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1. Top 50% in London means it ranks in the top 50% of tours in London by this score.

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