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Talks and tours

To enjoy the very best from a visit to the Old Royal Naval College, give yourself time to take a tour or listen to a talk from one of our expert guides.

Tours included in your general admission ticket*

Painted Hall Talks
Daily | 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm

600 Years of History Tour 
Daily | 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm

*Subject to availability, please ask a member of staff what tours are available on the day.

Special tours

Film Tour | Wigs, Wedding, Powder and Palaces
From 4 April | Fridays & Saturdays | 1.30pm & 3.30pm

Behind the Scenes | Dome Tours
From 20 April | Sundays & Bank Holiday Mondays | 1.30pm & 3.30pm

We also deliver special and accessible tours throughout the year. Explore our What’s On page to find out more.

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 History Tour

Find out about the history and architecture of the site, from its early years as a Tudor Place, to the masterpiece you see today built by Sir Christopher Wren.

The 600 Years of History Tours run daily, and are included in your general admission ticket.

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Painted Hall ceiling by Hugh Fox

Painted Hall Talks

Join one of our expert guides as they introduce you to the cast of over 200 fascinating characters assembled on the Painted Hall ceiling. Discover more about the rich history and compelling stories behind Sir James Thornhill’s masterpiece, which took 19 years to complete.

The Painted Hall Talks run daily, and are included in your general admission ticket.

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Film Tour | Wigs, Weddings, Powder and Palaces

Whether you’re a film buff, history lover, or just curious to see where some of your favourite scenes were shot, the Old Royal Naval College offers an unforgettable experience. Step into the spotlight and experience Britain’s most filmed heritage site like never before.

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Behind the Scenes | Dome Tours

Join us for an exclusive adventure into Wren’s Dome. Only six people at a time will be able to see and hear about the creation of this remarkable building from an expert guide, unravelling secrets of the space rarely open to the public.

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