The Original Tour is one of the best ways to visit London with over 80 stops, 3 main sightseeing routes and countless photo opportunities all at once with the chance to explore the finery of the stylish Kensington Palace. The Kensington Palace The Kensington Palace London was originally known as the Nottingham House. In the year 1689, the palace passed into royal ownership as it was acquired by William and Mary. After the king started suffering from asthma, he moved from Whitehall Palace to the healthier air of Kensington. The design for the improvement of the palace was done by Sir Christopher Wren who also designed the new Clock Court and the South Front, including the 96-foot Long Gallery. The Orangery for the Queen was again designed by Sir Christopher Wren. A 30-acre garden was also laid out by Henry Wise. Some extensive alterations were done for George I and William Kent painted the elaborate trompe l'oeil ceilings and staircases. George II was the last monarch to stay at Kensington Palace London. The Serpentine, the Basin and Grand Vista and the Broad Walk were created by Charles Bridgman for Caroline of Ansbach. Princess of Wales, Lady Diana used to stay at the Kensington Palace Address while in London. Until now, several other members of the Royal Family use this Kensington Palace Address as home. At the exhibition at Kensington Palace, the Court Dress Collection and the State Apartments in the palace are open to the public during their Kensington Palace Tour. The Court Dress Collection consists of all part of the elaborate costume worn to Court by an 18th century gentleman. The recently restored Kings Apartments and a magnificent collection of paintings are other items of great interest to the visitors. There is an Orangery Cafe adjacent to the Palace, which is famous for serving light lunches and snacks to the visitors throughout the year. Historic Royal Palaces has devised a bold and ambitious plan to transform Kensington Palace for the 21st century by summer 2012. Whilst the building works close parts of Kensington Palace between 2010 and 2012, only the State Apartments remain open and have become the Enchanted Palace. Venue: Kensington Palace, Palace Green, London W8 4PX Nearest Tube: High Street Kensington The Original London Tour Experience the best of London aboard The Original Tour's famous red open-top buses. London most popular sightseeing tour offers its guest the ultimate introduction to the capital and includes entertaining English-speaking guides, three main routes, two of which offer multi-lingual commentary, an amazing free Thames Hop-on Hop-off river cruise pass. All hop-on hop-off tickets are valid for 24-hours across over 80 conveniently located stops. This tour is operated by the Original London Sightseeing tour and the days of operation are open all round the year. The tour takes its journey from any London destination and reaches the tourists to any location, which is more convenient for them. Departures are at every 5-15 minutes throughout the day Please Note: We recommend bringing the voucher you will receive with the booking confirmation at The Original London Visitor Centre where you can choose your route and starting point. The Original London Visitor Centre Opening hours: Monday-Saturday 8:30am to 6:00pm Sunday & Bank Holidays 9:00am to 5:30pm Address: 17-19 Cockspur Street Trafalgar Square London SW1Y 5BL
