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.

A Spectacular Start to 2022
Millions tuned in to watch the BBC broadcast of the UK's largest ever drone light show, and we were thrilled that our iconic buildings were the backdrop for 500 drones, an incredible laser display and stunning fireworks.
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Explore What's Here
Discover what makes us Visit England's Large Visitor Attraction of the Year with unlimited entry for a whole year when you buy a ticket to the Painted Hall.
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Eat, drink, shop
Whether you wish to enjoy a leisurely lunch in the Café, a drink in the Pub or a picnic in the grounds, we have a range of food and drink options for you to choose from.
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500 Years of British History
Our iconic riverside estate has five 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'.

Chapel Services
Our Chapel is open to visitors daily, 10am–5pm. It is an active place of worship with regular services throughout the week.
See times of our regular servicesGetting 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
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Annual pass tickets to the Painted Hall cost just £12.50 online and give you unlimited entry for a whole year.
Opening Times
The Painted Hall, Chapel and Visitor Centre are open daily, 10am–5pm.
The grounds are open daily 8am–11pm.
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
Annual pass tickets to the Painted Hall cost just £12.50 online and give you unlimited entry for a whole year.
Opening Times
The Painted Hall, Chapel and Visitor Centre are open daily, 10am–5pm.
The grounds are open daily 8am–11pm.

Educational Visits
We offer a range of free workshops for school and community groups including ESOL and SEND groups.
Find out about our educational visits