The story of Banqueting House
A revolutionary building. Spectacular paintings. Royal execution site.
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Discover a royal masterpiece and home of the Rubens ceiling
Discover a royal masterpiece and home of the Rubens ceiling
Banqueting House, Whitehall, London, SW1A 2ER
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Monday-Sunday: 10:00-17:00
Last admission: 16:30
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A revolutionary building. Spectacular paintings. Royal execution site.
Marvel at Sir Peter Paul Rubens' ceiling in its original setting of Inigo Jones' spectacular Banqueting House.
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Banqueting House
Walk in the footsteps of the condemned King and stand on the spot of Charles I's execution, just outside Banqueting House.
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Banqueting House
Explore the vaulted drinking den beneath the Banqueting House, which was used by James I for decadent royal parties.
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Banqueting House
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