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.
Please be aware that the Fountains in the Edmond J. Safra Court are currently off. They are due to be switched on from 01 - 31 August (excepting the following dates: 17 Aug and 24 - 26 Aug).
Exhibitions & Events
The Lore of LOVERBOY | Terrace Rooms | South Wing | Pay what you can
Opening Hours
| Monday | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
| Tuesday | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
| Wednesday | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
| Thursday | 12.00 - 21.00 (last entry 20.00) |
| Friday | 12.00 - 21.00 (last entry 20.00) |
| Saturday | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
| Sunday | 10.00 - 18.00 (last entry 17.00) |
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*
Please be aware that the Fountains in the Edmond J. Safra Court are currently off. They are due to be switched on from 01 - 31 August (excepting the following dates: 17 Aug and 24 - 26 Aug).
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 - Sun 09.00 - 17.00
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Somerset House Terrace Bar
The Somerset House Terrace Bar with San Miguel has returned to our stunning River Terrace for a season of unmissable experiences. Featuring delicious new twists curated by Spanish-English chef extraordinaire Jimmy Garcia.
Open daily 12.00 until late (weather permitting)
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Café Petiole | South Wing
Chef Rishim Sachdeva brings Café Petiole, a new (mostly) vegan café to Somerset House.
Open Tue - Sat 09.00 - 18.00, Sun 11.00 - 17.00
Somerset House Shop | East Wing
Please note the shop is currently closed for refurbishment.