Experts' Choice Award Kensington Palace
What the experts agree on
Royal residence since 1689, Kensington Palace draws pilgrims to Diana's former home while showcasing centuries of royal history through imaginative exhibitions. Less grand than Buckingham Palace, it's an intimate glimpse of royal life.
“Acquired by William and Mary in 1689, Kensington Palace was radically altered first by Sir Christopher Wren and again in the reign of George I.”
– Time Out
Fodor's "Neither as imposing as Buckingham Palace nor as charming as Hampton Court, Kensington Palace is something of a Royal Family commune." Full review
Concierge "The palace itself, which predated Buck House as the royal abode, is worth a look as well—the rolling exhibitions are always imaginative."
Let's Go "Has played host to the likes of Georges I and II... the pre-queen Victoria, Princess Diana and Charles, and, most recently, Will and Kate." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A place of pilgrimage for fans of Diana Princess of Wales, Kensington Palace was her residence from 1984 until her death in 1997." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Queen Victoria was born at Kensington Palace, and the funeral cortege of Diana, Princess of Wales departed from here, her former home." Full review
Frommer's "This grand palace started life as a much simpler (relatively speaking) Jacobean mansion." Full review
Fodor's "This is a rare chance to get a glimpse into the more domestic and personal side of royal life. Neither as imposing as Buckingham Palace nor as charming as Hampton Court, Kensington Palace..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "While the ruling Monarchs of recent history have used Buckingham Palace as their official royal residence, Kensington Palace is associated with the younger members of the institution...."
Time Out "Acquired by William and Mary in 1689, Kensington Palace was radically altered first by Sir Christopher Wren and again in the reign of George I, when William"
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