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Attractions
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Address:
Kensington Palace State Apartments, Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX
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From Queen Mary to Queen Victoria and Princess Margaret to Princess Diana, it is the feminine influence of generations of Royal women that has shaped this stylish palace and its elegant gardens. Bought in 1689, the house was adapted for royal residence by Sir Christopher Wren and for the next 70 years it played host to the courts of William and Mary, Queen Anne, George I and George II. It was also the childhood home of Princess Victoria and the place where she found out she had become Queen.
Explore the finery of this stylish palace, and the stories behind it. Discover for yourself some of Kensington's sights and stories, whether you're planning your visit, or just wanting to learn more about this beautiful palace and its history.
Enchanted Palace
Whilst the building works continue to transform Kensington Palace, the mysterious world of The Enchanted Palace continues until January 2012 in the State Apartments. It's definitely not traditional, but exploring the historic rooms filled with stunning cutting-edge modern art and fashion and new for 2011, light installations all inspired by the seven princesses who lived here, will reveal hidden stories, such as the rebellious princess who ran from an arranged marriage into the arms of love and sad queens who bore the pain and tragedy of lost babies, and the young heir to the throne who escaped the controlling grasp of her overprotective mother.
Historic Hotspots
Visit the spots where history happened:
Mourning the Princess of Wales (Kensington Palace and gardens: the focus of an incredible public reaction to the death of Diana, Princess of Wales)
Queen Victoria awakes (20 June 1837 - Princess Victoria awakes at Kensington Palace to discover that she is the new Queen)
Opening Times
Daily
1st March to 30th September: 10am to 6pm (Last admission 5pm)
1st October to 28th February: 10am to 5pm (Last admission 4pm)
Closed:
24th to 26th December
Please note: The palace will close completely to the public from 4th January 2012 and re-open on 26th March 2012.
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