Are Kensington Palace Gardens free?
There is no entrance fee for Kensington Gardens & the adjacent Hyde Park or any of the Cafes and restaurants including The Orangery. You will need to buy a ticket for Kensington Palace but that can be done on arrival as there are not long queues.
Can you visit the Sunken Garden in Kensington Palace?
Designed to be viewed from the surrounding covered ‘Cradle Walk’, the garden is a popular feature amongst visitors to the palace, who, like the Princess once did, still enjoy the elegant floral displays.
Is Kensington Palace open in December?
Kensington Palace is is open 7 days a week all year round, except 24 – 26 December.
Can you walk around Kensington Palace Gardens?
Yes, it is ok to just walk down Kensington Palace Gardens (road).
Do you need a ticket for Kensington Gardens?
Ticketing information. You do not need a ticket to enjoy the Kensington Palace Gardens. However, if you would like to explore inside the palace you will need to purchase an admission ticket. Walk in the footsteps of royalty in the beautiful gardens of Kensington Palace.
Why is it called Sunken Garden?
The Sunken Garden acquired its name due to its basin-shaped low-level formation that has the deepest point of 65 meters above sea level (contrary to university’s height of over hundreds of meters above sea level).
Can I see Diana’s statue?
This means that ordinarily, the statue is only open to the public between Wednesday and Sunday each week. However, with the anniversary of Princess Diana’s death falling on a Tuesday, visitors will be allowed to see the statue from the Cradle Walk between 3pm and 5pm today.
How much does it cost to go to Sunken Gardens?
Admission to the St. Pete Sunken Gardens is as follows: Adults: $12. Seniors (62+): $10.
Does Kensington Gardens close at night?
Free Admission. Open Daily 6am to Dusk.
Are there guards at Kensington Palace?
Currently three squads of 12 armed officers are on round-the-clock duty at the palace which is close to the Israeli embassy, one of London’s high-profile terrorist targets. They will be replaced by a similar number of security guards.
Is Kensington Palace bigger than Buckingham Palace?
Kensington Palace is home to 15 members of the royal family It’s just two miles from Buckingham Palace (perfect so the queen can visit her family and, most importantly, her great grandchildren).
Can you take pictures in Kensington Palace?
Photography. Visitors are welcome to take photographs without flash within Kensington Palace. However, filming is not permitted. The photography of certain, individual items may not be allowed due to loan arrangements.
