Medieval to Art Deco: Eltham Palace Private Tour

London, GB
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Highlights

  • Unique medieval and Art Deco architecture
  • Beautiful gardens and moat surrounding the palace
  • Opportunity to explore a historic royal palace
  • Fascinating combination of history and modern design
  • Private tour for a personalized experience

What to expect

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Eltham Palace and Gardens

Join us on a private tour to the beautiful and entirely unique Eltham Palace.  For centuries a Royal Palace sat atop of a hill overlook beautiful countryside and more latterly in the leafy London suburbs. There is nowhere else quite like Eltham Palace.  Situated in SE London, it is a unique marriage between a medieval and Tudor palace and a 1930s millionaire’s mansion. From the 14th to the 16th century it was an important royal palace, where monarchs often stayed and hunted in the surrounding parks. Much of Eltham Palace fell into disuse and large sections of it had to be taken down but happily the Great Hall remains and it is one of the finest in the country, up with that at Westminster Palace and Hampton Court Palace. What really makes Eltham Palace unique however is that after centuries of neglect, Eltham was leased to Stephen and Virginia Courtauld in 1933 and they spent £20 million on building a state of the art home here that incorporated the Great Hall with their magnificent Art-Deco creation. The result was a masterpiece of 20th-century design. Finally, Eltham surrounded by beautiful gardens, a wonderful moat and ancient brick bridge which anywhere else would be a tourist destination in its own right. The tour will end with us returning by car back to our starting point.

Duration 180 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Dress code is casual
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    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Provided by Ye Olde England Tours

What our experts say

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    Visit the Great Hall; it's stunning!
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    Check out the beautiful gardens.
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    Dress for the weather; it's outdoors.
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    Nearby, try The Eltham Tavern for lunch.
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    Don’t miss the ancient brick bridge!

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