What are your reviews of Kensington Palace and Blenheim Palace? Court Hampton Palace?

Blenheim Palace is the quintessential grand palace in England that you can actually visit. This is where Winston Churchill was born.

Hampton Court Palace’s construction started in 1514 and was Cardinal Wolsey’s residence before he gifted it to King Henry Vlll.

Both Blenheim and Hampton Court should be on your palace list.

I have visited Blenheim Palace 30 years ago and can’t remember in detail but can say it’s very worthwhile. If you want to know more about the life of Winston Churchill as Kenko already remarks it’s a mustsee. Even if history is not your priority, the whole package is just stunningly beautiful.

It’s also long ago I have visited Buckingham Palace, but more interesting if you like the Royal Family. You can’t go wrong with it either.

Hampton Court is on my list for next year. I am interested in the period of Henry VIII as it has also some interesting links with our (Dutch and Flemish) history. The website shows a wealth of things to see about his life, so looking forward to my next trip.

I always enjoy a chat with one of the stewards, always fun and instructive. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, it makes the experience much more involving.

They are all quite distinct. As others have noted, Blenheim Palace is the quintessential English country estate. It is grand and stately - and a must if you’re into Churchill. Set in beautiful grounds and gardens.

Buckingham Palace is beautiful, but for me is last on my list of interesting/beautiful. If you are into the royal family, though, it is a must.

Windsor Castle is OLD, and has wonderful grounds, including shops amd a chapel you can visit. It is gorgeous inside. And if you visit, you can walk into Eton and see Eton College - bonus.

Hampton Court is the quintessential Tudor palace and is really astonishing. The private chapel is glorious, and the kitchens are wild. There are also lovely grounds. And there’s an 18th century half that is beautiful - it isn’t all Tudor. The maze is fun, as well.

All are definitely worth visiting.

EDIT: oops! You asked about Kensington Palace! I have only seen it from the outside, so cannot weigh in. :-)

Kensington Palace (per your title include in question?) - Skip.

Occasionally a good temporary exhibit, but the permanent set-ups and architecture don’t measure up to Hampton Court or Blenheim. State apartments of George II - if you want state apartments Windsor or Buckingham Palace when open are better. Queen Victoria’s rooms - try Osborne House. Jewel room can’t compare with Tower of London.

Good comments above on Hampton Court. Blenheim may be under renovation now. You might ask people’s current experience. https://www.blenheimpalace.com/restoration/