People playing in the fountains

Opening times & prices

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.