Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey

We visited for the tulip festival which is the biggest in England apparently! The palace itself is very fun and interactive and it’s a good way to learn about the history of the Tudors and Henry the Eights wives! Lots of entry and exit point so you want exit the palace into the gardens which are amazing! So symmetrical and well kept and birds view from the palace windows! Has to be one of my favourite palaces! It’s really big so I recommend at least 5-6 hours if you enjoy history and gardens.

We visited last week of the summer academic term on a week day, there was no queue for any part of the palace. We did book our tickets in advance but it wasn't busy. We did park a short distance away in the Hampton Court Green Car park which had plenty of space and Coach parking. The staff were nice and approachable. We enjoyed using audio guides to hear information about each room within the palace. The history was magnificent and well presented. There are plenty of toilets on site, and places to stop and sit down if you need a rest. They do have a cafe and restaurant along side a stand in the garden for ice-cream. The gardens are well looked after and there is something to look at on the grounds in every direction you go. Great day out!