Plan around winter hours
In winter the palace is open from Wednesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 16:00 with last entry at 15:00, and is closed on 24, 25 and 26 December. Some days can open later, so arrive at the time on your ticket.
Arrive through the gardens
Kensington Palace stands in Kensington Gardens. Queensway station is about a 10-minute walk away and High Street Kensington about 10 to 15 minutes; neither station is step-free.
Make time for a pause
The Palace Café is inside the palace, and the Orangery, built for Queen Anne in 1704, serves breakfasts, light lunches and teas. Kensington Gardens is free to walk in before or after your visit.



