Kensington Palace

Palace London, England, United Kingdom
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What to expect

Kensington Palace is a royal residence with a rich history, having been the favorite residence of successive sovereigns until the death of George II in 1760. The palace is the official residence of the Prince and Princess of Wales and is also home to other members of the royal family. Visitors can explore the King's State Apartments, the Queen's State Apartments, and the Gardens, and see exhibitions, including the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection. The palace is also where Queen Victoria was born and spent her childhood, and it has been the residence of other notable royals, including Diana, Princess of Wales. Families can enjoy the palace's many attractions, including the Jewel Room, which displays gems commissioned for Queen Victoria, and the Orangery, which offers a royally-inspired dining experience

Plan your family visit to the Kensington Palace with these blog insights 👇

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London WIth Kids: 20 Unique & Fun Things To Do

London WIth Kids: 20 Unique & Fun Things To Do
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Kensington Palace, the official residence of Kate and William. We explored the palace and Kensington Gardens, and the kids enjoyed the scavenger hunts and storytelling events

Highlights: The kids loved the scavenger hunts and storytelling events at Kensington Palace. We also enjoyed the exploration of the palace and Kensington Gardens. The special exhibit, "Fashion Rules Restyled," showcasing royal fashions, was a highlight ✨

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7 Reasons to Visit London with Kids

7 Reasons to Visit London with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the palace with the kids and took a tour of the Princess Diana exhibit

Highlights: Our kids were delighted by the beautiful dresses in the Princess Diana exhibit and the gardens were perfect for them to run around ✨

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London Itinerary with Kids - The Perfect 3 Day Trip to London

London Itinerary with Kids - The Perfect 3 Day Trip to London
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the palace and saw the Princess Diana exhibit

Highlights: The kids loved the little activities inside, including some little toys like those enjoyed by Queen Victoria ✨

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One Week London Itinerary with Kids

One Week London Itinerary with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Kensington Palace, where we learned about the history of the royal family

Highlights: The kids loved the Princess Diana exhibit, and they were fascinated by the palace's royal history ✨