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Queen's House
Price Prices vary | Book places at the Admissions Desk

The Queen’s House is often referred to as Greenwich’s hidden gem.

A former royal residence, architectural masterpiece and renowned art gallery, England's first Classical building has a long and varied history.

Our programme of tours and talks bring the stories of the Queen's House to life, led by our friendly and knowledgeable guides. Check out the details below to find out what’s currently on offer.

All tours and talks are subject to staff availability. Please ask at the Admissions Desk to see what we have to offer on the day.

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Highlights of the Queen’s House

Join one of our volunteers for this free tour exploring the architecture and early history of the Queen’s House, the Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I and other paintings from our permanent collection.

  • Dates and timings: Mondays at 12pm and 1.30pm. Thursdays at 12pm and 2pm.
  • Duration: Approximately 45 minutes.
  • Meeting point: Undercroft, located through the door between the curved exterior staircases.
  • Price: Free.
  • Suitability: Suitable for adults.
  • Accessibility: The tour passes through several galleries located on different floors of the House. Step-free access is available via lift and access ramps.
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Inigo Jones and the Queen’s House

Uncover the life of Queen's House architect, Inigo Jones, on this free tour.

  • Dates: Tuesdays.
  • Timings: 12pm.
  • Duration: Approximately 45 minutes.
  • Meeting point: Undercroft, located through the door between the curved exterior staircases.
  • Price: Free.
  • Suitability: Suitable for adults.
  • Accessibility: The tour passes through several galleries located on different floors of the House. Step-free access is available via lift and access ramps.
More information

For bespoke tours and for larger groups, please contact the bookings office at bookings@rmg.co.uk

What’s On

Members' lecture: First Rate Tragedy
Talks and tours | Member events

Members' lecture: First Rate Tragedy

Was Robert Falcon Scott's expedition to the South Pole doomed to fail? Find out with historian and author Diana Preston
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | 6.30pm-7.30pm
Free for Members – booking required
Queen's House
Feeling Blue curator tour
Talks and tours

Feeling Blue curator tour

Join Assistant Curator Maya Wassell Smith for a tour exploring the influences and inspirations behind Alberta Whittle's Feeling Blue tapestry
Tuesday 14 May 2024 | 3.30pm
Adults £5
Queen's House
Lunchtime Concerts
Events and festivals

Lunchtime Concerts

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
Queen's House
Evening Concerts at the Queen’s House
Events and festivals

Evening Concerts at the Queen’s House

Join us for a night of music performed by students from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
Friday 7 June | 7.30pm-8.30pm
Adult: £10, Members: £7, Concessions (Students, Under 25s, Children): £5
Queen's House
Refugee Week 2024
Events and festivals | Refugee Week

Refugee Week 2024

Find out about the events taking place at Royal Museums Greenwich to mark Refugee Week, focused on this year's theme 'Our Home'
16-23 June 2024 | See page for details
Free
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