The Thames Upstream

Making the Most of Your Time

Hampton Court Palace requires at least half a day to experience its magic fully, although you could make do with an afternoon at Richmond Park, or a couple of hours for any of the other attractions. Because of the distance between the sights, too much traveling eats into your day. The best option is to concentrate on one of the principal sights, adding in a brisk park visit, one stately home, and a riverside promenade before rounding off with an evening pint.