Painted Hall Talks
Enhance your Painted Hall experience
Guided 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. This 30-minute talk delves into the rich history and compelling stories behind Sir James Thornhill’s masterpiece, which took 19 years to complete.
Talks are included in your General Admission ticket, and they depart at 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm from the Painted Hall vestibule.*
*Subject to availability, please ask a member of staff what tours are available on the day.
Multimedia guide
For an alternative exploration of the Painted Hall’s history try our multimedia guides. These guides provide a comprehensive understanding of the Painted Hall. Simply request one from one of our members of staff to enrich your visit. Available in seven languages (English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin and British Sign Language) at no extra charge.
