Before You Book Hampton Court Palace: Every Cost, and What's Worth It

Hampton Court Palace, Henry VIII's riverside palace west of London, is a full day out, with the Tudor kitchens, the Great Hall, the gardens and the famous maze. There are adult and child prices, peak and off-peak rates, Historic Royal Palaces membership and a donation option. Most of them sound worth paying for. You don't need the most expensive one to have a great visit. In this guide we walk through what each option costs, what you really get, and how to choose the right one, whether that's a quiet weekday or a busy weekend.