Hampton Court Palace Private Tour: Delve into the Secrets of Henry VIII's Life and Reign
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Uncover the hidden secrets of Hampton Court Palace on a private tour. Explore the life and reign of Henry VIII, from his athletic youth to his tyrannical rule. Book your tickets now!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hampton Court Palace - Palace highlights with gardens.
What's Included
  • Featured on PBS television’s ‘Secrets of Henry VIII’s Palace’
  • Author of four books on Tudor history
  • Lectures for the US Smithsonian and the UK Arts Society
  • Siobhan Clarke has a History degree and is accredited by the Institute of Tourist Guides
  • Worked for Historic Royal Palaces for 20 years
What's Not Included
  • Palace Admission Tickets can be booked in advance online
  • Transport
  • Food and Drink
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

You have the option to reserve your palace entry tickets ahead of time via the Hampton Court’s website. The tours do not require costumes and are child-friendly, offering an enjoyable learning experience for the entire family. Join the historical expert guide, who is known from the TV show ‘Secrets of Henry VIII’s Palace’, as you explore Hampton Court….

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Location
Hampton Court
Suggest booking palace entrance TICKETS in advance, on the Hampton Court website, although they can be purchased on the day. Please enter palace grounds and proceed down the drive to the WEST GATE, where tickets are checked. Your guide will be waiting for you.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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R160wtemmak
Apr 21, 2026
Wonderful - Our guide was absolutely fantastic! She was so knowledgeable - we felt that we learned so much, and this is a bit of history that we already knew about. I cannot stress enough how lovely, accommodating and professional our guide was.
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Michael_j
Apr 18, 2026
Outstanding Tour - Siobhan is a world of knowledge and a real joy to be around. She brought the Tudors to life for us, along with William. You will not be disappointed if you book this tour.
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Christine_m
Apr 11, 2026
She knows all the secrets! - We spent an afternoon with Siobhan Clarke at Hampton Court. Her knowledge of the monarchs, coupled with her ability to explain the nuances of their courtly life, provided a highly entertaining tour. Her deep understanding of the palace, its various functions, and its importance throughout history made the afternoon well worth the trip. I was so inspired that I purchased one of her books and read it in full on my flight home. I would definitely recommend taking this tour!
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Ariel_i
Apr 10, 2026
Super informative and so... - Super informative and so interesting! Great for kids who are into Tudor history. Siobhan was kind and patient
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L_b
Mar 21, 2026
Fantastic! - Absolutely brilliant tour with Siobhan. Really enjoyed it! Siobhan was extremely knowledgable and friendly.
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Shelly_h
Feb 16, 2026
Having Siobhan as our... - Having Siobhan as our guide far exceeded all of our expectations. Her historical expertise brought Hampton Court Palace to life as she effortlessly answered all of our questions and packed every minute of the tour with details about court life- it was one of the best days on our trip!
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Rebekah_b
Feb 9, 2026
Amazing Family Tour with Siobhan - When I saw there was a tour of Hampton Court Palace led by one of my favorite authors, Siobhan Clarke, I could hardly believe it — and it truly turned out to be a magical day. She made every step of the experience feel special, bringing the palace to life with rich history, fascinating stories, and behind-the-scenes insights you simply wouldn’t get anywhere else. At several points other visitors even tried to join our group because her knowledge and storytelling were so captivating. Siobhan was an absolute delight — incredibly informative while still making the tour fun and engaging for everyone. It was one of the highlights of our trip and an experience I’ll always remember.
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Eric_s
Feb 7, 2026
Above and Beyond - This was an amazing tour. We have done many guided tours but this was our first private tour. Our guide was very friendly, interactive, knowledgeable, and interacted with us throughout the tour.
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William_u
Dec 8, 2025
Awesome Expert Tour - Had an absolutely splendid time touring Hampton Court with Ms. Clarke. She went in to marvelous detail about the palace and it's Tudor history. My wife is an avid fan of the monarchy. I strongly recommend Ms. Clarke for any fans of the Tudor court history.
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Jessica_o
Jan 25, 2026
Great Private Tour! - This was our first time at Hampton Court and Siobhan was an amazing tour guide! She was very knowledgeable, prompt and responsive. My sister and I were traveling from the Cliveden Hotel and were worried about what we would do with our bags, but they had accommodations for our large luggage (free of charge) which made it much easier for us. Please note that you MUST purchase entry tickets to Hampton Court at an additional and separate charge from the private tour on Viator, which was not made clear. They mention you need tickets for entry but the wording suggests the purchase of tickets are optional rather than mandatory (which is why I gave 4 stars instead of 5) You have to purchase entry tickets from Hampton courts online website, without those tickets you cannot get in. I am a huge fan of Tudor history so for me this tour was incredible! My sister knew nothing of the history and she even loved the tour. I would certainly visit again and recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area or interested in the information. They also have a cafe which was nice and a gift shop!
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