Private Tour of Hampton Court Palace with Award-Winning Architectural Historian
Private Tour of Hampton Court Palace with Award-Winning Architectural Historian
Enjoy a private bespoke tour of Hampton Court Palace, the home of thirteen English monarchs, with an award-winning architectural historian. Drawing on expertise built over many years working at the palace and writing about its history, I tailor my tours to your interests. I can offer an overview of the history of the palace and its most famous inhabitants – including Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I – or something more specific, such as a tour of the palace’s baroque architecture or many artistic treasures.I pride myself on providing guests with stories about the palace which are not only fascinating, but well researched and accurate!
As an historian, I keep up to date with the latest research and am able to share hidden gems and aspects of the palace's history that go unseen or are commonly misunderstood.
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Hampton Court Palace
A private walking tour of Hampton Court Palace that is tailored to your interests. If you would like a general overview of the palace, then I will accompany you through its Tudor and Baroque parts, talking you through its fascinating history and that of its famous inhabitants. For guests with specific interests, I will adapt the tour to your needs, focusing on the aspects of the palace, its art collection, or inhabitants in which you are most interested.
2 hours 30 minutesIncluded
- A private tour of Hampton Court Palace with James, who first started working at the palace in 2014.
- He holds a masters in architectural history, for which he was awarded a distinction.
- Was awarded the Hawksmoor Medal by the SAHGB for one of his research papers on the palace's history.
- Has given talks for staff and volunteers at Hampton Court Palace.
- Previously worked as an Architectural Investigator, researching the history of buildings.
Not Included
- Tickets to Hampton Court Palace (these can be purchased online in advance - £26.10 per adult)
- Transport
- Food and drink
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- If you would like, I am happy to wear a mask and/or maintain social distancing throughout the tour.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.