Rubens Whitehall Palace

The Banqueting House    

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The breathtaking Banqueting House is filled with stories. Built by Inigo Jones for the performance of court masques, it is however most famous for real-life drama.On 30 January 1649, Charles I …
The breathtaking Banqueting House is filled with stories. Built by Inigo Jones for the performance of court masques, it is however most famous for real-life drama.On 30 January 1649, Charles I passed beneath the magnificent Rubens ceiling, painted to celebrate the glory of monarchy, as he made his way to a scaffold outside where he was beheaded.The first major classical building in England, constructed in the Italian Palladian style, the Banqueting House is a survivor of flood, fire and war, whose ability to impress has only increased with age.Discover the fascinating tales of this unique palace, from the brutal culmination of the English Civil War to decadent court celebrations and royal ceremonies.

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Jan 19, 2024
We went on an open day for those with membership of royal historic palaces. It was very popular but there was plenty of space to move around once we got inside and the talk downstairs was easily audi…Full review by John A
Nov 19, 2023
We took a special Halloween tour of the Banqueting House, which was themed with creepy stories from the (former) palace's history (including the execution of Charles I). The tour guides were in costu…Full review by speerbuz
Nov 1, 2023
My family and I visited the Banqueting house for a Halloween talk. We had a brilliant time, we learned so much about the history of the palace and its residents from the 1600s! The Banqueting House…Full review by P1334HVmelissah
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This handsome Italianate mansion, which was designed by Inigo Jones and constructed in 1620, was the first true Renaissance building …
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Whitehall Palace was the primary residence of the royal family from 1530 until the building's destruction by fire in 1698. The Banqueting H…
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This charming structure holds significant architectural importance, as it was the pioneering creation in central London to embr…
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Do the staff give tours at the Banqueting house or is it only done by Audio?
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Pretty sure there is both
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What’s the entrance fee to the Banqueting House?
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Free if you have the London pass.
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Any good coffee shops close by to the Banqueting House
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The banqueting house is halfway between Westminster and Trafalgar square the nearest is Costa but head towards Trafalgar there are a lot more in that area. Try cafe …
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The banqueting house is halfway between Westminster and Trafalgar square the nearest is Costa but head towards Trafalgar there are a lot more in that area. Try cafe concerto 43 Whitehall its open now
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Is photography allowed?
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Absolutely no problem the frescos and paintings are incredible in fact they have mirrors on the floor to picture ceiling. Well worth visit
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is it best to have a ticket or an e voucher
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Very helpful. Thanks everyone
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Are the gardens open all year round?
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The gardens are open at different times throughout the year and you require an admission ticket. Please check our opening times.
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