The Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College Skip the Line Tickets
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Experience Highlights
Thanks to this booking, you'll save yourself the queues at the box office with these tickets to the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College in London. It is called the 'Sistine Chapel' of the British capital, which was designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Nicholas Hawksmoor. It was originally intended to be a place where veterans of the Royal Hospital could eat, but its fantastic walls became a monument.
Inside the Painted Hall you will have an audio guide. It will tell you all about the history of this beautiful Unesco World Heritage Site, located on the south bank of the River Thames in Greenwich. You can also enjoy the rest of the Old Royal Naval College, considered the finest architectural and landscape ensemble in the British Isles.
- Apart from the Painted Hall, you will also have access to the rest of the Old Royal Naval College with these tickets
- An audio guide will be available to tell you the story of this fantastic place.
- You can book a guided tour on site at the visitor centre.
What’s included
- Entrance to the Painted Hall of the Old Royal Naval College, London
- Access to the Old Royal Naval College, London
- Audio guide
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Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes before your start time to ensure everything runs smoothly
Step by Step
Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College in London, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has come to be called the 'Sistine Chapel of London' for its incredible frescoes and paintings in the great hall. For history and art buffs, this is one of the most famous sites in the British capital.
You will have an audio guide during the tour so you won't miss any detail. You can also join guided tours that leave from the visitor centre every day at various times.
Located on the south bank of the River Thames in Greenwich, this is one of the highlights of London and one to marvel at. With your audio guide, you can explore the Christopher Wren-designed complex, designed in the early 18th century, which pays homage to Britain's maritime strength.
In addition to the Painted Hall, you will also have the chance to discover the rest of the Old Naval College in London . This place was originally a site of the British monarchy, which was rebuilt by Henry VII. It was the birthplace of the Tudor monarchs Henry VIII, Mary I and Elizabeth I, so you will see many of the relics of that era on display.