Somerset House

Visitor Notice: Sat 4 July

Please note that several public areas across Somerset House will have amended opening hours or closures this Saturday.

Closed All Day - Holy Pop!, Aram by Imad, Cafe Petiole, Setlist, and the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court including fountains.

Early Closures - Seamen's Hall closes at 12pm | River Terrace closes at 2pm | Watchhouse closes at 4pm.

M.C. Escher. The Exhibition, Sian Fan: False Idol and The Courtauld Gallery remain open as normal.

Visitor Notice: Sat 4 July

Please note that several public areas across Somerset House will have amended opening hours or closures this Saturday.

Closed All Day - Holy Pop!, Aram by Imad, Cafe Petiole, Setlist, and the Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court including fountains.

Early Closures - Seamen's Hall closes at 12pm | River Terrace closes at 2pm | Watchhouse closes at 4pm.

M.C. Escher. The Exhibition, Sian Fan: False Idol and The Courtauld Gallery remain open as normal.

Holy Pop!

An exhibition celebrating the world of modern shrines — the objects and collections through which we honour heroes, celebrities, and cult icons.

21 May–9 Aug 2026

Somerset House Summer Series with American Express

On sale now. Somerset House Summer Series with American Express returns this July with eleven unforgettable nights of live music in Somerset House’s spectacular courtyard.

16–26 Jul 2026

M.C. Escher. The Exhibition

A major exhibition showcasing the amazing art of M.C. Escher is coming to London for the very first time.

Until 6 Sep 2026

Channel

A curated space for art, ideas and the artistic process.

False Idol: Sian Fan

An exhibition by Somerset House Studios artist Sian Fan exploring magic, mysticism and worship.

30 Apr–12 Jul 2026

Laughterama

Laughterama, the UK's hottest comedy festival comes to the iconic Somerset House with five nights of astounding live comedy this summer.

29 Jul–2 Aug 2026

3 Evenings

Somerset House Studios turns 10 with three nights of experiments in performance and technology.

16 - 18 Oct 2026

Jasleen Kaur: Composing 'Supra'

An observational documentary film following Jasleen Kaur as she navigates composing her debut performance piece.

I Adore You

What does devotion look like in the 21st Century? A documentary exploring the spiritual powers held by seemingly ordinary objects

How To Listen in a World of Noise

The music industry is oversaturated – but what comes next, asks musician, curator and theorist, DeForrest Brown Jr.

Edmond J. safra Fountain Court at Somerset House

Making It: Nicole Chui

Beating imposter syndrome, following a sustainable art practice and building confidence through community.

Aram by Imad

Eastern Mediterranean Flavours throughout the day from the celebrated Imad Alarnab

John Costi: Becoming New

Journey through the process of becoming with John Costi, who uses art, memory and place to excavate his own identity, whilst inviting others to do the same.

Poon's at Somerset House

A family legacy rooted in authentic Chinese home cooking.