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London: All-Inclusive Pass 1-10 Day - GoCity

1. London: All-Inclusive Pass 1-10 Day - GoCity

See all that London has to offer with the London Pass by Go City and save up to 50%* on top attractions. With its wealth of history and culture, London always has plenty to offer visitors. The London Pass is a complete sightseer credits package allowing you access to more than 90 top attractions, tours, and museums. Access a huge range of the top landmarks and attractions including the Tower of London, London Zoo, The View from the Shard, Windsor Castle, and many more.  Enjoy a 1-Day Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus tour with over 60 stops across London including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, and Piccadilly Circus. The pass is valid for a full working day across 3 routes. You'll also get access to special London Pass holder perks, including discounts at gift shops at select attractions. The London Pass allows access to over 90 attractions, including: POPULAR ATTRACTIONS • Tower of London • The View from the Shard • 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour • Thames River Boat (Uber Boat by Thames Clippers - 1-day Hop-on Hop-off) • Windsor Castle (afternoon entry only) • Westminster Abbey • London Bridge Experience • Tower Bridge • ZSL London Zoo • St Paul's Cathedral • Kensington Palace PLACES OF INTEREST • Shakespeare's Globe Theatre • Royal Albert Hall • Royal Observatory Greenwich • Old Royal Naval College • Cutty Sark • Kew Gardens • Hampton Court Palace • Apsley House • Benjamin Franklin House: Architectural Tour • Benjamin Franklin House: Historical • Eltham Palace • Golden Hinde • Wellington Arch • Chelsea Physic Garden MUSEUMS & GALLERIES • London Transport Museum • Foundling Museum • Household Cavalry Museum • Charles Dickens Museum • Guards Museum • Cartoon Museum • Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art • Wernher Collection at Ranger's House • Fan Museum • London Canal Museum • London Museum of Water and Steam • Garden Museum • Museum of Brands, Packaging, and Advertising • Queen's Gallery (temporarily closed) • The Postal Museum • The Courtauld Gallery • Frameless - Immersive Art Experience TOURS & EXPERIENCES • ArcelorMittal Orbit • Arsenal FC Stadium (Emirates Stadium) • Chelsea FC Stadium Tour • Tottenham Hotspur FC Stadium Tour • Twickenham Stadium Tour & Rugby Museum • Wembley Stadium Tours • Historic Pub Tour of London & more! Please note: attractions and tours are subject to change. Please check the digital guide, or Go City app, included on your confirmation voucher for the full list of inclusions, opening times, and reservation instructions, when applicable before you go. *Savings based on sample itineraries on the Go City website.

London Explorer Pass with 75+ Tours and Attractions - GoCity

2. London Explorer Pass with 75+ Tours and Attractions - GoCity

Get your London Explorer Pass, a digital credits package, and create your own city itinerary. Redeem your credits against 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions from a selection of over 75 monuments, tours, cruises, dining experiences, and more. Choose from a variety of venues, including the Tower of London, Shakespeare's Globe, The View from the Shard and St. Paul's Cathedral. Get instructions on how to plan your itinerary and place reservations ahead when needed. You have 60 days to use your attraction credits starting with your first choice. Save up to 50%* at top attractions - each visit equals 1 credit used. Choose any 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions from the following list: Popular attractions: • 1-day Hop-On-Hop-Off London Bus tour • Tower of London • The View from the Shard • Kensington Palace • Shakespeare’s Globe Exhibition & Theatre Tour • St Paul’s Cathedral • City Cruises Thames River Pass • Tower Bridge • Westminster Abbey • The London Bridge Experience • ZSL London Zoo Fun Activities and Tours: • Up at the O2 • Brit Movie Tours • Brit Music Tours • Brit Icon Tours • Hop-on Hop-off Open Bus tour of Windsor • Chelsea FC Stadium Tour & Museum • Emirates Arsenal Stadium Tour • Tottenham Hotspur FC Stadium Tour • Wembley Stadium Tour • Twickenham Stadium Tour & World Rugby Museum • Kia Oval Ground Tour • London Bicycle Tour Company - Bicycle Hire • Fuller's Brewery Tour • Hard Rock Café London • Curzon Soho - Cinema Ticket • Curzon Mayfair - Cinema Ticket • Curzon Bloomsbury Cinema - Cinema Ticket • Swingers Crazy Golf (West End or City venues) • Sherlock: The Official Live Game • All Star Lanes (bowling) • The Chocolate Cocktail Club - One Free Cocktail • The Bermondsey Bierkeller • The Dare Skywalk • Solve a Mystery: the Murder at Trafalgar Square • ArcelorMittal Orbit Museums and Places of Interest: • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew • Royal Observatory Greenwich • London Transport Museum • Cutty Sark • Benjamin Franklin House • Florence Nightingale Museum • Freud Museum London • Hampton Court Palace • Household Cavalry Museum • London Bicycle Tour • Museum of Brands, Packaging, and Advertising • Old Royal Naval College • Royal Albert Hall Tour • Garden Museum • The Guards Museum • The Monument to The Great Fire of London • The Postal Museum • Wembley Stadium Tour • Apsley House • Eltham Palace • Jewel Tower • Wellington Arch • Chiswick House and Kitchen Garden • Royal Air Force Museum • The Courtauld Gallery *Savings based on sample itineraries on the Go City website. 

Hampton Court Palace and Gardens Entrance Ticket

3. Hampton Court Palace and Gardens Entrance Ticket

Hop on the train from London Waterloo Station for a short 32-minute ride and travel to Hampton Court Palace. Experience over 500 years of history. Admire Henry VIII’s magnificent Great Hall and the surviving Tudor Kitchens, and explore the Baroque palace built alongside by William III and Mary II. By the time of his death in 1547 Henry VIII had over 60 houses, but in the latter part of his reign none were more important to him than Hampton Court Palace. Visit the king’s apartments as one of his courtiers, wearing a Tudor cloak and sneaking down to the vast kitchens where banquets were prepared for as many as 1,000 guests. The splendid apartments of William and Mary in the Baroque Palace date from the late 17th century when they ruled jointly. From the apartments there are spectacular views of the gardens. You can explore the 60 acres of beautiful palace gardens that run down to the River Thames. You’ll see sparkling fountains and glorious seasonal displays of hundreds of thousands of flowering bulbs.

London: Secrets of Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour

4. London: Secrets of Hampton Court Palace Guided Tour

This is a private tour, just for you, so can be tailored exactly to your requirements. You can say in advance, or even on the day, what interests you most - whether it be tapestries, art and magnificence or simply the strange and amusing tales of a Royal Court. The tour on request can be designed to suit children. Step back in time to 1540, imagine the colors, sights, sounds and smells. What was it really like to live, work and eat at Hampton Court and how did people dress? The Great Hall has hardly changed since Henry's time, show off his wealth and power. Visit the Haunted Gallery, where you might see the ghost of Queen Catherine Howard, as well as original paintings from the Royal Collection. The beautiful Chapel Royal has the finest 16th century ceiling in England, studded with blue and gold, while the King's colorful royal beasts can be seen outside in a charming Tudor Garden. A story of two amazing palaces, a Tudor palace made famous by Henry VIII, alongside a 17th century Baroque palace built by William & Mary, with stunning gardens. Why did the British come to have a Dutch king in 1688 and what was he doing at Hampton Court? Find out more about William of Orange, see fabulous interiors including royal bedrooms and look out onto his magnificent Privy Garden as you explore the palace inspired by Versailles! Join a tour with Siobhan Clarke, who has a BA in History and a Teaching Certificate. She has worked at Hampton Court for 20 years and is passionate about sharing her knowledge of the palace and making every visitor experience the best it can be - inspiring and fun. Siobhan is a Member of the Institute of Tourist Guiding. She has featured on BBC radio and PBS television's 'Secrets of Henry VIII's Palace' and is the author of four books on Tudor history and art. She also lectures for the US Smithsonian and the UK Arts Society.

London: Westminster to Hampton Court River Thames Cruise

5. London: Westminster to Hampton Court River Thames Cruise

Travel on board a traditional River Thames passenger boat whilst travelling from Westminster Pier to Kew Pier, Richmond Landing Stage, and Hampton Court Landing Stage. Take in stunning scenery as you pass through the City of Westminster, Chelsea, Putney, Kew, Richmond & Kingston before arriving at Hampton Court Palace. Your journey from Westminster Pier to Hampton Court Landing Stage takes between 3 and 3.5-hours. Hop aboard at the starting location and set-off on your sightseeing adventure. Select from a number of beverages from the fully-licensed bar. Travel through some of the most picturesque reaches of the River Thames including Syon Reach & Horse Reach. The first half of the journey cruises through the London Boroughs of Chelsea, Wandsworth, and Putney before cruising into the more peaceful reaches of the Tidal Thames. Continue on as you follow the winding course of the river past islands and stately homes before calling at Kew Pier, Richmond Landing Stage, and Hampton Court Landing Stage. Your cruise takes place on a traditional river Thames passenger boat with indoor and outdoor seating, a fully-licensed bar and toilet facilities. This trip provides a variety of opportunities from a visit to Hampton Court Palace to a long lunch at one of Hampton Court or Molesey's many riverside pubs and restaurants. Choose to travel from Hampton Court to Westminster to explore the City of Westminster in your own time and travel back to your point of origin via National Rail Services or London Underground.

London: Royal Hampton Court Guided Tour with Afternoon Tea

6. London: Royal Hampton Court Guided Tour with Afternoon Tea

A perfect all-in-one experience. With a full-day entry ticket, a luxurious and traditional afternoon tea, and a fun and friendly guide showing you around. A traditional Afternoon tea including delicate finger sandwiches, delicious patisseries, and freshly baked scones. Selection of premium teas. To begin, your guide will introduce you to the history of Cardinal Wolsey’s creation which he gifted to Henry in 1528. We will stroll through the courtyards that were witness to great events. Passing under Ann Boleyn’s Gatehouse, where she lived before she was executed, we will see the magnificent baroque palace, Fountain Court, created by Sir Christopher Wren for William III and Mary II. Our tour continues to the restored sunken gardens and then onto the vast Tudor kitchens of Henry’s creation. Finally, we will make our way to the Tiltyard (originally for jousting) for a mouthwatering Afternoon Tea. You will then be free to explore Hampton Court Palace’s outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens as well as have full access to the palace for the remainder of the day. This experience is the perfect blend of a guided tour with refreshments and independent discovery. From the beguiling tales of the legendary Henry VIII and his many wives to the unusual joint rulership of William III and Mary II. A fun, friendly, and knowledgeable guide will welcome you for a 2.5-hour guided experience introducing you to the extraordinary palace and fascinating insights into the lives of the Royalty that lived at Hampton Court. We will then experience the full splendor of Afternoon Tea whilst discussing facts about our Royal family and the intriguing history behind our national drink as well as the ceremony of afternoon tea.

London: Richmond to Hampton Court River Thames Cruise

7. London: Richmond to Hampton Court River Thames Cruise

Reach Hampton Court in comfort with this direct ferry service from Richmond. Buy a drink from the bar to enjoy as you sail, take in the scenic views, and see Teddington Lock. Board your cruise in Richmond and head down the beautiful River Thames. As you sail, enjoy views of Teddington Lock and Kingston upon Thames. Purchase a drink to sip on as you take in the views from the boat. After arriving in Hampton Court, explore the palace and parks or enjoy lunch at one of the many riverside pubs or restaurants.

Hampton Court to Richmond River Thames Cruise

8. Hampton Court to Richmond River Thames Cruise

Boat tour from Hampton Court to Richmond passing through Teddington Lock & historic Kingston upon Thames.From Hampton Court Pier, a few steps from Cardinal Wolesey's Tudor palace, built in 1515 and presented to King Henry VIII in 1529, the cruise passes along the quiet stretch of the river with its abundant and varied wildlife, passing grand riverside houses with their ornate boathouses through Teddington lock to Richmond Pier. At Richmond you can enjoy many Riverside bars and Restaurants or visit nearby Richmond Deer Park, Ham House, or Turners House.

Windsor Castle & Hampton Court Palace VIP Black Taxi Tour

9. Windsor Castle & Hampton Court Palace VIP Black Taxi Tour

Sit back in style and let your guide take you on the most memorable tour of your holiday. Stopping in Windsor, visit the world's largest fully occupied castle. Your guide will explain the history of the castle. Visit the state rooms, (when available), Visit St Georges Chapel (except Sundays). See the hall that can seat 160 people for a banquet. Walk over Eton bridge and see the famous Eton College.  Drive through old Windsor and Windsor Great Park to the one-time island of Runnymede, where in 1215 King John sealed the Magna Carta. Here you can get photos. Then it is onto Hampton Court Palace and your VIP Tour. You will be met by another one of the expert Guides  who will take you on a private VIP tour of the Palace. See the Tudor State Apartments and the famous Tudor kitchens. Wander through the Great Hall,  marvel at the wonderful Chapel, walk through the Tudor Gardens and see the gallery haunted by Queen Catherine Howard.  This is a family fun day tour. Remember the supplier's motto: "We Meet as strangers and part as friends."

Hampton Court Palace: River Thames Bike Tour

10. Hampton Court Palace: River Thames Bike Tour

Experience a thoroughly English adventure on a 3.5-hour bike tour of the paths of the River Thames in southwest London, cycling to Hampton Court Palace, former home to the Tudor King Henry VIII. Meet your guide at Richmond Train Station to get set up with the comfortable, easy to ride bikes and helmets (if required). Then, pedal off along leafy riverside paths, passing pubs and rowing schools en route. See the remains of the 16th-century Richmond Palace, home of English monarchs for 150 years. Bike past the 17th-century Ham House, which boasts links to King Charles I. Watch the boats pass through Teddington Lock. Then, stroll around an 800-year-old market to grab a snack to enjoy in historic hunting ground full of deer. You will reach Hampton Court Palace by about 13:00-13:30, where your guide will help you purchase entrance tickets. You can also buy them online in advance if you want to avoid the lines. Your guide will arrange for your bikes to be collected, leaving you free to enjoy Hampton Court Palace at leisure.

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What people are saying about Hampton Court Palace

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based on 1,895 reviews

Perfect and easy to use. On the other hand, we visited the attractions at high speed and barely managed to make the pass profitable. See if the price is worth it. Above all, you must have planned to do at least 70% of the activities of your stay using the pass.

We had a lovely morning of riding by the Thames. The landscape is beautiful and Ginette was a very knowledgeable guide. We thoroughly recommend!

Susanna is an excellent guide with interesting anecdotes about palace life at Hampton Court.

We were really happy with our tour. Olga, our tour guide, made the castle really come alive.

Easy to use app and good to get a discount on main tourist attractions.