Somerset House is fully open to the public. Admission to Somerset House is free, you can book in advance for certain exhibitions and events.
Somerset House is closed on 25 December.
Exhibitions & Events
Cute | Embankment Galleries | Until 14 Apr 2024
Current Opening Times
Mon | CLOSED |
Tue | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
Wed | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
Thu | 11.00 - 21.00 (last entry 20.00) |
Fri | 11.00 - 21.00 (last entry 20.00) |
Sat | 10.00 - 19.00 (last entry 18.00) except 16 Mar 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
Sun | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
Closed Mondays except on Mon 01 Apr and 08 Apr when we will be open 10.00 - 20.00 (last entry 19.00)
Extended Opening Hours from 29 Mar - 08 Apr
Mon | 10.00 - 20.00 (last entry 19.00) |
Tue | 10.00 - 20.00 (last entry 19.00) |
Wed | 10.00 - 20.00 (last entry 19.00) |
Thu | 10.00 - 21.00 (last entry 20.00) |
Fri | 10.00 - 21.00 (last entry 20.00) except 05 Apr 12.00 - 21.00 (last entry 20.00) |
Sat | 10.00 - 20.00 (last entry 19.00) |
Sun | 10.00 - 20.00 (last entry 19.00) |
Those aged 25 and under can visit for half the full price on select Tuesdays (13, 20, 27 Feb and 05, 12, 19, 26 Mar)
As a guide we recommend allowing approximately 1 to 1.5 hours in the exhibition
Full price - £18.50
Concessions from £11.00
Children (5 & under) - Free
Disabled Companions - Free
Pre-booking recommended to avoid disappointment
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The Courtauld Gallery | North Wing
The Courtauld Gallery has reopened its doors following the most significant modernisation project in its history.
Guided Tours
Our Historical Highlights Tours take place on Tuesdays, Saturdays and select Thursdays
General Areas & Entrances
Strand entrance
08.00 - 23.00
Great Arch Entrance on Victoria Embankment
08.00 - 19.00
New Wing
08.00 - 21.00
The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court
08.00 - 23.00 daily*
The fountains are currently switched off. They will return in Spring 2024.
Seamen’s Hall
08.00 - 23.00
River Terrace
From 08.00 daily
* Our gallery and exhibition spaces sometimes open late for exhibitions and special events. The Edmond J. Safra Court is occasionally closed for concerts and other special events.
Restaurants, cafés & shops
Learn more about our cafés & restaurants
Spring | New Wing
Lunch
Tuesday – Friday 12.00 – 14.30
Dinner
Tuesday – Saturday 17.30 – 21.30
WatchHouse | East Wing
Offering indoor dining and a takeaway food and drinks service.
Mon - Fri 08.00 - 18.00
Sat & Sun 09.00 - 18.00
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Cute Coffee Shop by Artbox Cafe
The Hello Kitty-themed Cute Coffee Shop by ARTBOX Cafe has arrived at Somerset House, as part of our CUTE exhibition.
Tues/Wed/Sat/Sun 10.00 - 18.00
Thur & Fri 11.00 - 19.00
Closed Mondays except on Mon 12 Feb, 01 Apr and 08 Apr (10.00 - 18.00)
Somerset House Shop | East Wing
Please note the shop is currently closed for refurbishment.