Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London in London
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Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London

Outty Ranking 60 4.2 · 17 traveler reviews1 hoursFrom $5

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60/100

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Traveler rating

4.2/5

Based on 17 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London worth booking?

Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London is a 1-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $5 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
4.2/5 (17)
Duration
1 hours
From
$5 per person

Witness 400 years of royal extravagance, revolutionary drama, and architectural genius—right in the heart of London. Once the largest palace in Europe—surpassing even Versailles and the Vatican—the legendary Palace of W

What you get

  • Admission fees

About this experience

Witness 400 years of royal extravagance, revolutionary drama, and architectural genius—right in the heart of London. Once the largest palace in Europe—surpassing even Versailles and the Vatican—the legendary Palace of Whitehall was almost entirely destroyed by fire in 1698. Only one magnificent structure survived: Banqueting House. Designed by Inigo Jones in 1622, this Jacobean masterpiece transformed English architecture forever. Stand beneath the breathtaking, Baroque ceiling canvases painted by Sir Peter Paul Rubens—commissioned by King Charles I and one of the only Rubens installations in the world still in its original home. Then, step into the darker side of British history: this very hall was the backdrop for the most shocking moment in the English Civil War. On a chilly January morning in 1649, King Charles I walked beneath his own glorified ceiling, stepped out of a first-floor window onto a wooden scaffold, and was executed before a stunned London crowd.

What's included

Included

  • Admission fees

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What you'll see and do

  1. Banqueting House

    Admission to Banqueting House, the only remaining building from the old Palace of Whitehall

    Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Banqueting House

Whitehall Palace Whitehall, Horse Guards Avenue, London, SW1A 2ER, United Kingdom

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Banqueting House · Whitehall Palace Whitehall, Horse Guards Avenue, London, SW1A 2ER, United Kingdom

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
de, ru, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Historic Royal Palaces

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Knowledge and storytelling

7 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

3 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

The guide

2 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Value for money

2 mentions

Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

Traveler reviews

17 verified traveler reviews for Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Cristian_C · August 2026

Worth it

The place is absolutely magnificent. Rubens’ paintings are breathtakingly beautiful, and the whole setting is filled with history, elegance, and artistic charm.

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jenniealee · March 2021

See it on the London Pass

The ceiling is lovely and this place is steaming with history. We completed our tour in less than an hour. We stopped in on a rainy day in July 2019 and we are glad we did BUT it is not worth paying for.

via Tripadvisor

thejonpage · April 2020

Let’s visit! BANQUETING HOUSE (London)

WHAT IT IS. ☞ Charles I’s palladian ceremonial hall originally standing awkwardly in the midst of Tudorian houses. ARTISTIC VALUE. ☞ The ceiling is a foreign commission, made by the one and only, Peter Paul Rubens. HISTORIC VALUE. ☞ The last house standing from the Whitehall Palace - the fire of 1698 destroyed the entire palace except this. Charles I was executed right outside the house. WHAT TO DO. ☞ G/F: Watch an educational video in the chamber here. 1/F: You’ll find these tablets mounted in the middle of the hall, and there you can find all the information you need. The screen keeps returning to the homepage. Which is annoying. Move the cursor constantly to avoid it. FUN FACT. ☞ Turn left as you enter the main hall and you’ll see the problem of oval frames: a character’s head is cut off due to mismeasurement. The figure happens to be Ignorance and in the scene he’s being overcome by Minerva.

via Tripadvisor

Mrsbird3 · January 2020

Lovely way to spend an hour or so in London

We enjoyed our time here. We watched a short DVD, then headed to the main room to see the ceiling frescos. This room was small, but amazing. Mirrors and beanbags were supplied in order to view the ceiling for a longer period of time. The kids lay in the beanbags for a while. My 10 year old tells me it needed more ' kid interactive stuff', but she was okay. They had dressing up clothes she could have used.

via Tripadvisor

ste141 · January 2020

My visit

It was only a short walk from Westminster tube station to this place. The security guard was very thorough in looking through my handbag and the bag. The woman then offered me a free audio guide and asked me what language I wanted. She then told me to go left and watch a video before going upstairs. The video showed the history of it and upstairs was only the one room. Every in the room was thoroughly described by the man's voice on the audio. When I finished, I had it back to the woman and was asked if I had any questions. I found it to be good for money, but only if you have the audio guide.

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
1 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$5 to $10
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
6
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 60

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)61
Review evidence (18% weight)38
Booking momentum (14% weight)30
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)90
Local standing (8% weight)23
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

How much does Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London cost?

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Prices start at $5 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London take?

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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.

Is Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 17 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London?

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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Banqueting House Entrance Ticket in London start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in London?

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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit London?

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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in London?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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