Banqueting House

Admire the epic Rubens' ceiling and discover the site of Charles I’s execution at Banqueting House, Whitehall.

Banqueting House Summer 2026

Classical DJ

15 and 16 August

Georgia Mann (BBC Radio 3) and sound engineer Rob Winter will create a rich soundtrack inspired by the drama of the Stuart court.

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Open Days

Friday 26 June

A sneak peek at four centuries of art, architecture and history before our summer opening.

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Members-only Days

27 June, 27 September 2026

Explore Banqueting House ahead of our summer opening on these exclusive members-only days.

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A large double-storey room painted white with tall windows at both sides. A red throne is positioned below a canopy in the distance and an ornate painted ceiling in gold frames adorns the room.

Deaf-led Guided Tours

07 August and 02 December 2026

The Tudor routes of Banqueting House with John Wilson and Heritage Interpretation.

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Relaxed Events, Young People and Adults

Sunday 11 July

Aimed at neurodivergent and learning disabled young people and adults.

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Outside of these dates, Banqueting house will be hosting a range of engaging programmes for community partners, school groups, private tour groups and private events.

Historic Royal Palaces is grateful to the Garfield Weston Foundation and Wolfson Foundation, whose generous support will help us conserve this magnificent building for generations to come.

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Opening times

Banqueting House Tuesday 16 June: Closed

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Monday 15th Closed

Tuesday 16th Closed

Wednesday 17th Closed

Thursday 18th Closed

Friday 19th Closed

Saturday 20th Closed

Sunday 21st Closed

Summer opening from 01 August to 20 September 2026. Open day in June.

Tickets and prices

Explore Banqueting House. Pre-booking is recommended. Ticket prices change for Open Days and summer hours. Ticket prices from (excluding donation):

Members: Free
Adult: £7.50
Child age 5-15: £0