The story of Banqueting House
A revolutionary building. Spectacular paintings. Royal execution site.
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Experience royal drama and splendour
Experience royal drama and splendour
Banqueting House, Whitehall, London, SW1A 2ER
Buying your tickets online is the cheapest and most convenient way to visit the palace
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.
Open daily
Banqueting House
Experience James I's breathtaking Banqueting Hall, created in 1622 as a venue for extravagant Jacobean entertainments.
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Banqueting House
1 hour
Walk in the footsteps of the condemned King and stand on the spot of Charles I's execution, just outside Banqueting House.
Open daily
Banqueting House
Celebrate your love at the magnificent Banqueting House.
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