Whitehall

Banqueting House

The only remaining part of the Great Palace of Whitehall, the Banqueting House was designed by Inigo Jones for King James I and completed in 1622. This hidden royal treasure is right in the heart of Westminster.

Come and see the superb proportions of Jones' design and the magnificent ceiling paintings by Rubens - commissioned by Charles 1 and installed in 1635.

See the site of the execution of King Charles I and the room where Charles 11, and later William and Mary, accepted the English Throne.

The Undercroft is cool in Summer and warm in winter.

Interpreted by DVD and audioguide

Liable to close for Government functions at short notice so it is wise to phone before coming.

Tel: 0203 166 6150
Web: http://www.hrp.org.uk

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10.00 - last entry 16.30

Tube: Westminster, Charing Cross, Embankment
Bus: 3,11,12,24,53,77a,88,143 and 159

Small shop.

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