Christmas at the Queen's House

From talks to tours, there’s plenty of festive events to enjoy inside Greenwich's historic villa

Plan your visit

How to book

The Queen's House is free to visit. We recommend booking tickets online in advance to guarantee entry and receive updates before your visit, but you can normally also turn up on the day.

Use the booking calendar to select your visit date and entry time, then select the number of tickets you require and click 'Add to basket'. Your tickets will be sent to you by email once you've completed your booking.

As well as our free galleries, the Queen's House also hosts a number of special exhibitions and new displays throughout the year. These are included as part of your entry ticket.

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Eat and drink

The nearest places to eat and drink are in the National Maritime Museum, just two minutes' walk from the Queen's House.

The Parkside Café is a bright and airy space at the National Maritime Museum, with expansive views of Greenwich Royal Park. There is plenty of seating, both indoor and outdoor. Grab a hot or cold drink, and a selection of sandwiches and cakes - perfect for a picnic in the park.

Eating and drinking in Greenwich

Maps and audio guides

Download a free map to help guide you round the historic buildings. A range of audio guides are also available to help you make the most of your visit.

Find an audio guide

Shop

Find the perfect gift for art lovers, from books and prints to royal souvenirs and keepsakes. Visit us on site or shop online.

Shop online

Find the perfect print

Accessibility

Find useful information about facilities and access at the Queen's House, including guidance for disabled visitors coming to any of our sites.

The Queen's House has received the Autism Friendly Award 2023

Find out more

Logo of the National Autistic Society featuring the written name and a circular multi-coloured shape
House closures

Occasionally some areas of the Queen's House will be closed for private events or in order to care for the building and objects on display. Find a list of upcoming Queen's House closures here.

Tickets and Opening

Free entry

Open daily

10am-5pm

 

  • Greenwich Station
  • Cutty Sark DLR
  • Maze Hill Station
  • Greenwich Pier

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What’s On

Find upcoming events, exhibitions and talks at the Queen's House.

Lunchtime Concerts at the Queen's House
Events and festivals

Lunchtime Concerts at the Queen's House

Enjoy musical performances in the Queen's House given by students from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance 
Select weekdays (see page for details) | 1pm-2pm
Free, drop in
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Christmas at the Queen's House
Events and festivals | Christmas

Christmas at the Queen's House

From talks to tours, there’s plenty of festive events to enjoy
Throughout December | See below for details
Free Entry
Queen's House
BSL Tour: Portraits in the Queen's House
Talks and tours | BSL tours

BSL Tour: Portraits in the Queen's House

Join guide John Wilson for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the portraits in the Queen's House
Friday 6 December 2024 | 1.30pm-2.30pm
Free
Queen's House
Members Christmas Party
Events and festivals | Member events

Members Christmas Party

Get in the festive spirit with us at this party exclusively for Members!
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | 6.30pm-8.30pm (Sold Out)
Free | Members only
Queen's House
Anne of Denmark Festival at the Queen's House
Events and festivals

Anne of Denmark Festival at the Queen's House

Join us for a weekend of talks and tours to mark the 450th birthday of the cultural pioneer
Saturday 14 to Sunday 15 December 2024 | 10.45am-5pm
Free
Queen's House
Christmas concerts at the Queen's House
Events and festivals | Museum Lates

Christmas concerts at the Queen's House

Join us for an evening of carols and songs, performed by local choir, Hithertones
Saturday 14 December 2024 | Performances at 6pm and 7.30pm
Adult: £18, Child: £8, Students/under 25s: £15 | Adult Members: £15, Child Members: £5
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Choose your tickets

Entry to the Queen's House is free, but you must have a ticket to visit. Book online to guarantee entry. For full tickets and prices click here.

Queen's House

  • Historic house
  • Internationally renowned art
  • Stunning architecture
  • Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I
  • Free tours and audio guides
Free entry
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Member tickets

  • Unlimited free entry
  • Priority booking and exclusive events
  • Access using your membership card
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  • Unlimited entry all year
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  • Cutty Sark
  • Planetarium Shows
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