Hampton Court Palace was built in 1515 for Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, who later gave it to King Henry VIII in an attempt to win back his favor. Both Henry VIII and William II enlarged the palace, and it was used as one of the principal royal residences until the death of George II in 1760. Visitors will enjoy exploring the Tudor and Georgian rooms in the palace, plus the luscious gardens and maze. Book tickets in advance to save time on the day!