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• Things to see
• Exhibition

Untold Lives

A new exhibition at Kensington Palace, uncovering the forgotten stories of those who worked at the royal palaces over 300 years ago.

• Until 27 October 2024
• In line with palace opening hours
• Kensington Palace
• Included in palace admission (members go free)

• Things to see

Victoria: A Royal Childhood

Discover the story of Princess Victoria, the young girl destined to be queen, in the rooms where she was born and raised at Kensington Palace.

• Open
• In line with palace opening hours
• Kensington Palace
• Included in palace admission (members go free)

• Things to see

The Jewel Room

The Jewel Room displays commissioned gems for Queen Victoria by her beloved husband Albert.

• Open
• In line with palace opening hours
• Kensington Palace
• Included in palace admission (members go free)

Echoes of Untold Lives

Learn about those who were never in the spotlight, but without them the palace could not have functioned. Discover the Echoes of Untold Lives and meet the people who ran the palace from behind the scenes.

• 21 July - 31 August 2024
• 11:00 - 15:30
• Kensington Palace
• Included in palace admission (members go free)

• Tours and talks

Community Access Scheme

Explore Kensington Palace for free with your local community or adult learning group.

• Dates TBC
• Kensington Palace
• Free (advance booking required)

• Things to see

The King’s Gallery

Explore the King's Gallery, which was transformed by William Kent to showcase the finest paintings of the Royal Collection.

• Open
• In line with palace opening hours
• Kensington Palace
• Included in palace admission (members go free)

• Things to see

The King's Staircase

Discover the intriguing and unexpected characters depicted on the grand entrance to the King's State Apartments.

• Open
• In line with palace opening hours
• Kensington Palace
• Included in palace admission (members go free)

• Things to see

The King's State Apartments

Wander through the lavish rooms of the King's State Apartments, each one grander than the last, at Kensington Palace.

• Open
• In line with palace opening hours
• Kensington Palace
• Included in palace admission (members go free)

• Things to see

The Palace Gardens

Walk in the footsteps of royalty in the beautiful Kensington Palace gardens.

• Open Daily
• 10:00 - 18:00
• Kensington Palace
• Free