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Private Tour of Hampton Court Palace with Award-Winning Architectural Historian

James Shemmonds

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Enjoy a private bespoke tour of Hampton Court Palace, the home of thirteen English monarchs, with an award-winning architectural historian.

Drawing on expertise built over many years working at the palace and writing about its history, I tailor my tours to your interests. I can offer an overview of the history of the palace and its most famous inhabitants – including Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I – or something more specific, such as a tour of the palace’s baroque architecture or many artistic treasures.

I pride myself on providing guests with stories about the palace which are not only fascinating, but well researched and accurate! As an historian, I keep up to date with the latest research and am able to share hidden gems and aspects of the palace's history that go unseen or are commonly misunderstood.

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Stop At: Hampton Court Palace, A308, East Molesey KT8 9AU England

A private walking tour of Hampton Court Palace that is tailored to your interests. If you would like a general overview of the palace, then I will accompany you through its Tudor and Baroque parts, talking you through its fascinating history and that of its famous inhabitants. For guests with specific interests, I will adapt the tour to your needs, focusing on the aspects of the palace, its art collection, or inhabitants in which you are most interested.

Duration: 2 hours

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Inclusions
  • A private tour of Hampton Court Palace with James, who first started working at the palace in 2014.
  • He holds a masters in architectural history, for which he was awarded a distinction.
  • Was awarded the Hawksmoor Medal by the SAHGB for one of his research papers on the palace's history.
  • Has given talks for staff and volunteers at Hampton Court Palace.
  • Previously worked as an Architectural Investigator, researching the history of buildings.

Exclusions
  • Tickets to Hampton Court Palace (these can be purchased online in advance - £26.10 per adult)
  • Transport
  • Food and drink
  • Gratuities

Duration
2 hours
Return Details
Returns to original departure point

Voucher Info
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Fine Print

14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here. Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.