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This mansion was converted to a Royal home by Christopher Wren in1819. The palace has been abode at one time or another to various Royals including Queen Victoria, who was born here in 1819 and Princess Margaret. It was also the London residence of the late Princess Diana. Some of the state apartments are open to public view including the noted Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection and the Kings Gallery filled with 17th century paintings.
Underground: Circle/District Lines
Bus Routes: 9, 10, 27, 28, 31, 49, 52, 70
| | Connections for Kensington and Chelsea: The area is easily reached by public transport as tube and bus connections to the rest of London are excellent. If you are flying into Heathrow Airport, you can take the Airbus or Underground (Piccadilly Line, change at Earl's Court for the District Line to High Street Kensington). If you arrive at Gatwick Airport, take the Gatwick Express (train) to Victoria Station and then take the Underground to your destination (Circle, District and Victoria Lines). With buses a good number to remember is 15, this will take you round the major tourist attractions at a much cheaper price than an official sight seeing tour!
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