Top 14 Palaces in London

Explore the grandeur and charm of London's royal residences, where iconic landmarks meet hidden gems steeped in history and elegance. From the heart of the monarchy to lesser-known treasures, which regal spot will capture your vote?

1. 1
   Buckingham Palace

   The official residence of the British monarch in London
   1000pts
2. 2
   St. James's Palace

   One of the oldest royal residences, used for official functions
   750pts
3. 3
   Fulham Palace

   Riverside home of the Bishops of London from 704 until 1975, with a Tudor courtyard and historic botanic gardens.
   700pts
4. 4
   Tower of London

   Officially His Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress, founded by William the Conqueror in 1066 and home of the Crown Jewels.
   625pts
5. 5
   Eltham Palace

   A medieval royal palace in Greenwich, restored by the Courtaulds in the 1930s with a celebrated Art Deco interior.
   566pts
6. 6
   Lambeth Palace

   The London residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury for nearly 800 years, facing Parliament across the Thames.
   500pts
7. 7
   Kensington Palace

   A royal residence known for its gardens and exhibitions
   423pts
8. 8
   Clarence House

   John Nash's 1827 royal residence, home of the Queen Mother for half a century and now King Charles III's London home.
   333pts
9. 9
   Kew Palace

   The smallest British royal palace, built in 1631 as the Dutch House and home to George III during his illness.
   333pts
10. 10
    Westminster Palace (Houses of Parliament)

    The seat of the UK Parliament, famous for its clock tower
    333pts
11. 11
    Hampton Court Palace

    A historic royal palace with Tudor architecture and gardens
    227pts
12. 12
    Banqueting House

    Inigo Jones's 1622 hall with a Rubens ceiling, the last surviving part of the Palace of Whitehall where Charles I was executed in 1649.
    227pts
13. 13
    Marlborough House

    Christopher Wren's 1711 mansion for the Duchess of Marlborough, later a royal residence and now home of the Commonwealth Secretariat.
    227pts
14. 14
    Alexandra Palace

    The 'Ally Pally' opened in 1873, birthplace of BBC television broadcasting in 1936 and now home of the World Darts Championship.
    0pts

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