Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College. Learn about its fascinating design while enjoying the artwork and architecture up close.
Explore the extraordinary Painted Hall of the Old Royal Naval College, one of the most beautiful interiors in Europe. With 3,700 square meters of mesmerizing walls and ceilings, painted by Sir James Thornhill over 19 years.
With a comprehensive audio guide (in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, German, and Japanese), learn about the epic ceiling painting, which features 200 mythological, historical, and contemporary figures. Lectures in the Painted Hall - If you'd like a live guided tour of the Painted Hall, join one of our regular 30-minute lectures, which explore the history and stories behind the painting's characters.
After exploring the Painted Room, venture into the Nelson Room to see where Vice Admiral Lord Nelson's body was taken to be laid to rest after the Battle of Trafalgar. You'll learn about Lord Nelson's life, his connection to Greenwich, his role in the Battle of Trafalgar, and much more. The room itself is spectacular, boasting unique architecture, stonework, and marble floors.
The tour includes a guided tour of the exquisite Chapel of St. Peter and St. Paul. Considered one of the most beautiful neoclassical interiors in existence, this is another must-see attraction. Rebuilt after a terrible fire, the chapel features naval themes, a spectacular altarpiece and pulpit, and a stunning ceiling with pale blue and cream squares and octagons.
Test your skills at one of the UK's oldest Victorian bowling alleys, originally built to entertain retired Navy men in 1864. Notes: Tour times:
500 Years of History Tour: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm daily at the Visitor Center
Lecture in the Painted Hall: every 30 minutes, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Film Tour: Currently not operating
12:30 pm and 2:30 pm Thursday and Sunday
Tours do not take place from December 24th to 26th.
Planned Closures: Painted Hall will be closed on the following dates:
Tuesday, December 24 to Thursday, December 26: Total closure
Highlights
Get an up-close look at the exquisite baroque designs created by British artist Sir James Thornhill.
Discover some of the best architecture in the country.
Learn about the Painted Hall's fascinating design and history with an audio guide.
Attend lectures about the Painted Hall throughout the day for an even more special insight.
What includes and does not include
Entrance to the painted hall
Public guided tours
Entrance to Victorian Skittle Alley
Audio guide available in 7 languages
Food and drink
Optional tips
Meeting point
Localização: The Painted Hall no Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, Londres SE10 9NN
Não há devolução para este serviço. Se o passeio for cancelado pelo operador devido a circunstâncias imprevistas, será efetuado reembolso total.
General Rules
Tour times: 500 Years of History Tour: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm daily at the Visitor Center Lecture in the Painted Hall: every 30 minutes, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Film Tour: Currently not operating 12:30 pm and 2:30 pm Thursday and Sunday Tours do not take place from December 24th to 26th.
Planned Closures: Painted Hall will be closed on the following dates: Tuesday, December 24 to Thursday, December 26: Total closure
