Kingston upon Thames is best known for ancient royal coronations, riverside shopping, Hampton Court access and market town character.
History of Kingston upon Thames
Kingston upon Thames was an ancient market town and is traditionally associated with the coronation of Anglo-Saxon kings. Its position on the Thames made it a strategic crossing and trading place. Today Kingston combines a strong retail centre, university life, riverside restaurants and easy access to Hampton Court, Richmond Park and Surrey.
What Kingston upon Thames is famous for
Kingston upon Thames is famous for ancient royal coronations, riverside shopping, Hampton Court access and market town character. For visitors, this gives the borough a distinctive character within Greater London, whether the appeal is heritage, food, green space, architecture, shopping, sport, riverside scenery or local culture.
Top attractions and places to visit
- Kingston riverside
- Ancient Market Place
- Coronation Stone
- Rose Theatre Kingston
- Canbury Gardens
- Hampton Court Palace nearby
How to experience the borough
A good visit to Kingston upon Thames works best when you combine the better-known sights with neighbourhood streets, local cafés, parks and historic corners. Mason & Green can support private London itineraries, airport transfers, station transfers and relaxed point-to-point journeys across the capital.
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