Princesses of the Punjab at Kensington Palace, Walk & High Tea Discount Tickets

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Overview

First, we stroll around Kensington Gardens & learn of its long history. We will see the beautiful gardens Albert created for his wife Queen Victoria & take in the spectacular views as we approach the Palace where Prince Harry and William grew up. After viewing Diana's statue you will be guided to your reserved table where you will enjoy a full high tea before entering the Palace to see the Special Exhibition. The exhibition explores the lives of Princess Sophia and the women who shaped her, including her sisters Catherine and Bamba, Mother Bamba Muller, Grandmother Jind Kaur and Godmother Queen Victoria. These six royal women each expressed womanhood, power, and royalty in different ways, infusing their identities and heritage into the causes they devoted themselves to. . The tour itself does not include any guide gratuities and are entirely at your discretion. . We will reserve a private table at the Orangery and book you Palace Tickets if you select this at checkout

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Note: We meet at Queensway Station and not the Palace! The guide will be by the Phone box / 1 Queensway., next to the Fortune Cookie Chinese Restaurant.

End Point

End point

Your tour ends after you have visited the Palace

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Kensington Gardens
A Walk in the Park following in the footsteps of Royalty with your knowledgable guide describing the history of the area
Duration: 20 mins
2. Italian Gardens
Created by Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria, this garden is the highlight of the North Side of the Park. You will learn of its history and the tragic sequel which marred the Queen's reign
Duration: 10 mins
3. Peter Pan Statue
The celebrated author and resident of Bayswater, J.M Barrie set this statue in the Park in the early 20th Century. Overlooking the Long Water it remains a favourite with children and adults alike
Duration: 10 mins
4. Physical Energy Statue
Set in the centre of the Gardens, this statue provides a vista of the Albert Memorial, the Palace and the Henry Moore statue.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Round Pond
The wildlife pond, filled with spring water sits proudly in front
Duration: 10 mins
6. Kensington
We will visit the Sunken Garden and view the Diana Statue which was unveiled by Prince Harry and William on the anniversary of her birthday in 2001
Duration: 10 mins
7. Kensington Palace
Enjoy a full Afternoon Tea of Sandwiches, Scones, Cream, Jam and a selection of cakes. Choose from 12 different teas, coffee or hot chocolate .
Duration: 50 mins
8. Kensington Palace
The exhibition explores the life of Princess Sophia and the women who shaped her including Godmother Queen Victoria. Princess Sophia Duleep Singh is best known for her activism in support of women’s right to vote, as a suffragette who used her position to further the cause. In The Last Princesses of Punjab, audiences will explore her commitment to women’s suffrage through items including an original copy of The Suffragette featuring the iconic image of Sophia selling copies of the newspaper on the gate of Hampton Court Palace, where she was granted a residence by her godmother Queen Victoria. The image caused a scandal in 1913, considered evidence of her support of a “dangerous” cause. Princess Sophia’s spoiled 1911 census record reading “No Vote, No Census” will also be displayed, alongside a photograph of Princesses Sophia and Catherine attending a Suffrage dinner in 1930, demonstrating their prominent role in the movement.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Guided History Walk through the Royal Park

Entry to the Palace and the Special Exhibition featuring the last Punjabi Princess

Meals

Exclusion

Alcoholic drinks

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Top Tasting Tours

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