Important visitor notice: Painted Hall closure from 8-13 September

The Painted Hall and Undercroft Cafe will be closed from Sunday 8 September to Friday 13 September. You can still enjoy our site tours and access to our Visitor Centre including the 'Chocolate House Greenwich' exhibition for only £3.

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The story
of Greenwich
starts here

Welcome to the Old Royal Naval College, an extraordinary cultural destination in the heart of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Two people stand at the top of a grand staircase inside the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, London. The hall is adorned with large columns and intricate gold detailing. The ceiling above them features a magnificent and elaborate mural filled with vibrant scenes and figures. One person is taking a photo of the mural while the other admires the artwork. The room is illuminated with warm lighting, highlighting the ornate decorations and grandeur of the space.

Explore What's Here

Enjoy unlimited entry for a whole year when you buy a ticket to the Painted Hall and discover what makes us Visit England's Large Visitor Attraction of the Year.

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A grand entrance gate with intricate black and gold detailing opens up to a view of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, London. The symmetrical architecture features two domed buildings flanking a central walkway, leading to a statue and further buildings in the background. The sky is clear with the sun shining brightly, casting light over the entire scene.

600 Years of British History

Our iconic riverside estate has six centuries of rich history linking an incredible cast of monarchs and famous British figures.

The Painted Hall is the jewel in our crown and known as 'Britain's Sistine Chapel'.

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A caricature of Lloyd's Coffee House from the 17th century.

Chocolate House Greenwich

A new exhibition in the Visitor Centre invites you to discover the key role Chocolate played in the revival of Greenwich.

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What's On

Discover new events, exhibitions, special tours, and more.

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Chapel Services

Our Chapel is open to visitors daily, 10am–5pm. It is an active place of worship with regular services throughout the week.

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Discover Our Stories

Explore the lesser-known history of the people and events that have surrounded the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich in the last few hundred years.

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Latest News

Discover the latest news, projects and conservation stories from the Old Royal Naval College.

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Getting Here

We’re in the heart of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage site. Just eight minutes on the train from London Bridge.
How to get here

Book Now

Purchase a General Admission ticket to the Painted Hall for £16.50. Convert it to an Annual Pass for no extra cost to give you unlimited entry for a whole year. Kids go free.

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Opening Times

The Painted Hall, Chapel and Visitor Centre are open daily, 10am–5pm.

The grounds are open daily 8am–11pm.

Opening times

Getting Here

We’re in the heart of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage site. Just eight minutes on the train from London Bridge.
How to get here

Book Now

Purchase a General Admission ticket to the Painted Hall for £16.50. Convert it to an Annual Pass for no extra cost to give you unlimited entry for a whole year. Kids go free.

Book now

Opening Times

The Painted Hall, Chapel and Visitor Centre are open daily, 10am–5pm.

The grounds are open daily 8am–11pm.

Opening times

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