Hampton Court Palace Private Tour: Delve into the Secrets of Henry VIII's Life and Reign

Uncover the hidden secrets of Hampton Court Palace on a private tour. Explore the life and reign of Henry VIII, from his athletic youth to his tyrannical rule. Book your tickets now!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hampton Court Palace - Palace highlights with gardens.
What's Included
  • Featured on PBS television’s ‘Secrets of Henry VIII’s Palace’
  • Author of four books on Tudor history
  • Lectures for the US Smithsonian and the UK Arts Society
  • 20-year tenure with Historic Royal Palaces
  • Guided by Siobhan Clarke, a History graduate and accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guides
What's Not Included
  • Palace Admission Tickets can be booked in advance online
  • Transport
  • Food and Drink
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

You have the option to reserve your palace entry tickets ahead of time via the Hampton Court’s website. The tours do not require costumes and are child-friendly, offering an enjoyable learning experience for the entire family. Join the historical expert guide, who is known from the TV show ‘Secrets of Henry VIII’s Palace’, as you explore Hampton Court….

Location
64 Hampton Ct Way
Hampton Court Way
Suggest booking palace entrance TICKETS in advance, on the Hampton Court website, although they can be purchased on the day. Please enter palace grounds and proceed down the drive to the WEST GATE, where tickets are checked. Your guide will be waiting for you.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Juanita_l
Mar 27, 2025
Fantastic tour! - Very welcoming, they were wonderful every step of the way, the site was so clean and everyone was helpful. No one minded taking time to answer questions, they even assisted with a wheelchair.
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Koolkatmanchester
Mar 9, 2025
Excellent Guided Tour - I visited Hampton Court Palace for the first time and had a guided tour with Siobhan Clarke. The Palace is beautiful, very large and there is a lot to take in. Siobhan is an excellent guide and extremely knowledgeable. I really enjoyed the tour, learnt a lot about life at Hampton Court and would highly recommend this tour.
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Ashley_c
Feb 18, 2025
Siobhan was very friendly... - Siobhan was very friendly and knowledgeable and was brilliant at including the children. Highly recommend!
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Lori_c
Feb 8, 2025
Making meaning of the Palace - Our tour guide, Siobhan, was fabulous! Hampton Court Palace is huge and complex. Without Siobhan's expert guidance, we would not have been able to make sense of what we were seeing. She provided invaluable context.
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Theresa_w
Feb 7, 2025
Cold and Rain could not dampen our experience - Getting to walk Hampton Court, with our knowledgeable and welcoming guide, was more than I could have imagined. Even in the cold and rain it was a wonderful experience.
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Etobian123
Dec 26, 2024
Outstanding informative tour - My wife and I celebrated our 50th anniversary in England, and this was a highlight. Siobhan Clarke was unfailingly informative and pleasant, a clearly knowledgeable and well educated tour guide. She has a charming manner and voice, which made it all the more a delight. Everyone should have this opportunity, I felt like we had a private audience with a TV celebrity. We later bought one of her books!
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Maryb_s
Nov 16, 2024
The guide was very easy... - The guide was very easy to talk with, very warm and welcoming. She was extremely knowledgeable but not lecturing.
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Cindy_h
Oct 31, 2024
Excellent guide!! - We had a wonderful guide, Siobhan Clarke, who brought everything to life. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made our tour the best!
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Leslie_p
Oct 9, 2024
Siobhan was an excellent... - Siobhan was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable on her history and the place. She answered all of our many questions!
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Richard
Oct 13, 2024
One tour to take in London - The grounds and interior were worth the time. We loved the great hall. I did expect more from the tour guide. The private car option is worth the price.
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