Apsley House Admission Ticket, London
- 1–2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the home of the first Duke of Wellington, Apsley House stands right in the heart of London at Hyde Park Corner. The Duke – whose victories over Napoleon brought him fame and wealth – bought the house and remodelled it between 1819 and 1829. Step inside to discover the magnificent Waterloo Gallery and the richly decorated Dining Room, glittering with diplomatic gifts presented to Wellington by monarchs, nations and admirers from across Europe. The house is also home to an outstanding collection of art, including masterpieces by Velázquez, Rubens, Goya, Titian and Bruegel.
Inclusions
What's included
- Admission ticket to Apsley House
Itinerary
Discover the remarkable art collection of the 1st Duke of Wellington at Apsley House. The Duke’s celebrated collection includes famous paintings, exquisite pieces of Meissen and Sèvres porcelain, and an impressive assortment of silver. As you explore the house, a multimedia guide brings the art and history of Apsley House to life, offering insights into Regency society and the world of the Duke himself. In the basement gallery, you can view rarely displayed treasures and fascinating memorabilia, including medals, shields, and personal artefacts. Learn more about the man behind the myth: Arthur Wellesley, known as the “Iron Duke,” who made Apsley House his home after defeating Napoleon Bonaparte. The house remains the London residence of the Dukes of Wellington today.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.6
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Ratings come from 9 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- English Heritage
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in London
- Its from-price is 60% below the median of the 120 attraction tickets we list in London.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 78 of 120.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About London
London mixes royal ceremony, world-class museums and riverside landmarks with distinct neighbourhoods, markets and parks to explore on foot.
The Thames threads the city together. On its banks stand the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the Tower of London with the Crown Jewels, Tower Bridge and the long South Bank walk past the London Eye, Shakespeare's Globe and Tate Modern. St Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey anchor the older skyline, while glass towers crowd the financial district.
Top-ranked sights in London: St. Paul's Cathedral, Stonehenge, Tower of London.
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