Banqueting House - Historic Royal Palaces

The Banqueting House was built in 1619-22 and originally formed part of Whitehall Palace, then the sovereign's main residence. It is now all that remains of the palace, which was destroyed by fire in 1698. The Banqueting House was the scene of the only execution of an English monarch, that of Charles I in 1649.

MUST SEE ATTRACTIONS:

- The magnificent Rubens ceiling commissioned by Charles I

- The Palladian splendour of the Main Hall designed by Inigo Jones

- The Undercroft, originally a drinking den for James I, today it houses a small exhibition and video presentation.

Timing your visit:

Recommended visit time: 1 hour

Tour info

Tour Times: Monday - Saturday: 10.00-17.00.

Closed Sundays, Bank Holidays and 24 December - 1 January (inclusive).

Note: The Banqueting House is liable to close at short notice for Government functions. Please telephone to check before you travel.