HAMPTON COURT PALACE GARDENS

The story of the gardens
Discover how the beautiful gardens surrounding Hampton Court Palace have evolved over the years, from their Tudor beginnings in the early 16th century to the present day.

The Tudor dynasty or House of Tudor was a royal house of Welsh origin,descended from Rhys ap Tewdwr, the last "king of the Brito. The Tudor family rose to power in the wake of the Wars of the Roses

English historians almost unanimously give William III as king of England and Scotland a high estimation. In the years of his rule were carried out profound reforms that laid the foundations of the political and economic system of the country. In these years begins rapid rise of England and its transformation into a mighty world power.

Hampton Court Palace Gardens
Relax in over 60 acres of beautiful gardens that lead to the River Thames, featuring sparking fountains, glorious displays of over 200.000 flowering bulbs and 750 acres of tranquil royal parkland.

Visiting the gardens
Admission to the Formal Gardens and the Maze is included with your palace ticket. Admission to the Formal Gardens only (admission only charged during official summer time) and the Maze only can be purchased separately. A separate charge applies to the horse and tram ride.

The Maze
Begun in 1690 as a form of country entertainment for William ///, today the Maze covers one third of an acre and consists of half a mile of winding paths surrounded by towering yew tree walls. On average it takes 20 minutes to reach the centre.

The Great Fountain Garden
Relax in the shade of the historic yew trees, marvel at glistening fountain or take a stroll along the Broad Walk wall which, at 580 metres, is the longest herbaceous border in Britain.

Horse and tram rides
Enjoy a leisurely ride on our horse and which will lead you and your family trough the beautiful gardens around the East Front. Rides run throughout the summer months, weather permitting.

The Lower Orangery Garden
Once the home of Queen Mary’s Exotick plant collection, this garden has been restored to its former brilliance of 1702. Displays include colourful seasonal beds next to citrus trees and cacti in impressive replica ornamental vases. Nearby, you can discover the magic of the hidden Pond Gardens which were originally used for holding freshwater fish for the royal courts.