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The Old Royal Naval College’s iconic riverside estate boasts 600 years of rich history linking an incredible cast of monarchs and famous British figures including King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I, William and Mary, Lord Nelson and William Shakespeare.
Built on the site of Greenwich Palace, this extraordinary building, designed by esteemed architect Sir Christopher Wren, has seen life as both a Royal Hospital and a Royal Naval College. From Henry VIII’s birthplace to Lord Nelson’s resting place, these walls contain a wealth of key historical moments.
Following an £8.5-million makeover, you can visit the incredible Painted Hall, also known as the ‘UK’s Sistine chapel’. This 18th century baroque masterpiece, the handiwork of St Paul’s Cathedral painter Sir James Thornhill, is a sight to behold.
Opposite the Painted Hall you’ll find the Chapel of St Peter and St Paul. A beautiful and peaceful place to visit, the Chapel is still an active place of worship and also holds regular lunchtime recitals from the local Trinity Laban students.
Delve into 2,000 years of history connected to this remarkable location in Discover Greenwich at the Visitor Centre, the newly renovated museum space where you’ll find a collection of artefacts, interactive exhibits and intriguing objects.
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Events
Saturday, 12th October 2024 - Tuesday, 31st December 2024
Painted Hall Display | Women at War: Wrens at Greenwich and BeyondThis display in the Painted Hall presents documents and artefacts belonging to two of the thousands of Wrens who completed their training at the Royal Naval College during the war years.- more info
Saturday, 23rd November 2024 - Monday, 20th January 2025
Mars in the Painted HallFollowing the sell-out success of Gaia and Museum of the Moon, Mars will completing the trilogy of Luke Jerram’s out-of-this-world installations at the iconic Old Royal Naval College.- more info
Saturday, 18th January 2025 - Saturday, 18th January 2025
Mars Flow: Yoga & BrunchSet your intentions for 2025 with a transformative 45-minute vinyasa yoga session beneath Luke Jerram’s Mars installation, followed by a revitalising brunch.- more info
Monday, 20th January 2025 - Monday, 20th January 2025
Eyes on Mars: A Cultural and Scientific Exploration of MarsA closing evening of Mars for a one-off event featuring artist Luke Jerram and London’s leading Mars experts.- more info
Friday, 31st January 2025 - Friday, 31st January 2025
Friday, 28th February 2025 - Friday, 28th February 2025
Friday, 28th March 2025 - Friday, 28th March 2025
Feel Good Friday: Yoga in the Painted HallTake part in one of our bespoke morning yoga classes in the serene and spectacular surroundings of the Painted Hall.- more info
Facilities
Accessibility
- Assistance dogs welcome
- British Sign Language
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
- Ear defenders available
- Facilities for hearing impaired
- Facilities for visually impaired
- Video/virtual tours
- Wheelchairs available - Manual wheelchairs are available to hire from the Tourist Information Centre in the Visitor Centre open 10am–5pm. These are allocated on a first come, first served basis. There is a deposit of £50 which is refunded when the wheelchair is returned. For further information please call 020 830 55235 or email tic@visitgreenwich.org.uk.
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
- Currency Exchange - Available at the Tourist Information Centre in the Visitor Centre, open 10am–5pm. For further information please call 020 830 55235 or email tic@visitgreenwich.org.uk.
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Groups
- Coach parking - If you are travelling by coach, there is a coach drop off point in Stockwell Street (SE10 9JN) which is a 10 minute walk to the grounds. There is free coach parking on Norman Road (SE10) and Charlton Way (SE3) or paid coach parking on Park Row/Romney Road (SE10 9NL).
- Drop Off Point - If you are travelling by coach, there is a coach drop off point in Stockwell Street (SE10 9JN) which is a 10 minute walk to the grounds. There is free coach parking on Norman Road (SE10) and Charlton Way (SE3) or paid coach parking on Park Row/Romney Road (SE10 9NL).
- Facilities for groups
- Guided tours for groups
Languages
- French signs/guides
- German signs/guides
- Italian signs/guides
- Spanish signs/guides
Parking
- Parking with charge - Please note that there is limited parking in Greenwich, particularly at weekends and we encourage you to use public transport if possible. Paid car parking is available in Park Row (SE10 9NL) and Cutty Sark Gardens.
Property Facilities
- Gift shop
- Onsite Catering
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
- WiFi or internet access - Free WiFi is available at the Tourist Information Centre in the Visitor Centre.
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
- Hen/Stag Dos Welcome
TripAdvisor
- Excellent2148
- Very Good481
- Average65
- Poor13
- Terrible37
