Museums & Galleries · London
Queen's House
📍 SE10 9NG
Photo (CC BY-SA 2.5), via Wikimedia Commons
- See royal portraits, seascapes and sculptures for free
- View the Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I
- Explore one of London's most beautiful buildings
- Join guided tours and talks led by knowledgeable guides
- Follow a free phone audio guide via the Smartify app
Queen's House is a historic royal building in Greenwich, now home to a free collection of art including royal portraits, seascapes and sculptures, plus the famous Armada Portrait of Elizabeth I. The elegant white architecture itself is a highlight, and you can join guided tours or follow a free audio guide via the Smartify app to learn more. It's open daily except over Christmas, and while entry is free, booking online is advised to guarantee a time slot. The nearest station, Maze Hill, is just 0.3 miles away, and with 210 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays, it makes an easy addition to a longer stay exploring Greenwich's museums and galleries.
Practical details
- Open
- Daily except 24, 25 and 26 December, 10am-5pm
- Booking
- Free entry, but booking online is recommended to guarantee entry
- Accessibility
- Guides and resources available to support visitors with diverse access needs
- Best for
- Art lovers and those interested in royal and maritime history
From the attraction's own website on 25 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Disabled Access
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