Take a Peek Inside Kensington Palace with This Virtual Tour

Kensington Palace resides in Kensington Gardens, which is located in London’s Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The royal residence has been in the family since the 17th century. It was originally purchased by King William III and Queen Mary II, who transformed the mansion into what it is today.

While the State Rooms are currently open to the public (yes, you read that right), other areas on the grounds (ahem, like Apartment 1A) are invite-only.

One of the public exhibits includes The King’s Staircase, which features striking artwork by famed British designer William Kent. The painting is a recreation of George I’s court, featuring people decked out in lavish clothing and red uniforms. According to reports, the patriarch is painted on the ceiling alongside his mistress. (#Scandalous)

The King’s Gallery, which is another tourist hot spot, is the largest state apartment at Kensington Palace. It looks almost identical as it did back in 1725, featuring vibrant red walls, carved ceilings and intricate crown molding. The new door cases were designed by Kent (natch).

In 2017, Kensington Palace planted a special landscape in honor of Princess Diana. The White Garden features a variety of white flowers that pay tribute to the late royal, along with a small pond that’s surrounded by plotted plants.

Located on the grounds of Kensington Palace, Apartment 1A is famous for housing the Cambridge family: Prince William, Middleton, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. This particular room features high ceilings, gold accents and ornately framed portraits. The large windows are outlined by heavy drapes, creating an element of privacy.

According to Hello!, the drawing room is “a stone’s throw” from the couple’s private quarters in Apartment 1A. *Makes mental note* In addition to framed portraits (yes, there’s more), it’s filled with intricate furniture, a loaded bookshelf and fresh flowers for ambiance.