Hi, We will be in London end of this week. We have never been to these two places and were wondering if We were to pick one which one will be the one to choose. Thanks .
Posted by
Sacramento, California U.S.A.
10649 posts
You can only tour Buckingham Palace in August and September, though you might be able to tour the Mews. Kensington Palace is available to tour all year.
Posted by
US Pacific Northwest
10344 posts
The areas of Kensington Palace lived in currently by the royals (William, Harry, etc.) and the Diana residential areas, these are not open to the public.
Rick describes what is open to the public in his London book:
Queen Victoria's rooms, before she became queen and moved to Buckingham Palace;
Some William and Mary areas;
Some historical areas associated with some of the four King George's.
Friendly Explainers, some in period costumes. A cafe with light food, beer and wine.
Pleasant, I enjoyed it. Was worth an hour or two, including the cafe.
But don't expect Buckingham Palace.
Posted by
Oak Park, Illinois
4535 posts
I've been to Kensington Palace (for free) and don't think it's worth it unless you have a special interest in those items listed above. ^^
Posted by
211 posts
I agree with Douglas. Was rather disappointed.