Explore what
unites and
defines us
Welcome to the Old Royal Naval College, an extraordinary cultural destination in the heart of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Connection & Identity
Step inside Connection and Identity by Peter Walker.
These striking light and sound installations in the Painted Hall feature illuminated sculptures and evolving soundscapes. Experience a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be human, where heritage meets innovation in a captivating dialogue between past and present, connection and identity.
What's On in 2026
A year of celebration, culture, wellbeing and wonder awaits at the Old Royal Naval College, as we celebrate 300 years of the Painted Hall.
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2025 Help Preserve Heritage Appeal
Public support is vital. While the Old Royal Naval College remains open, beautiful and thriving, maintaining it is no easy task.
Find out about the remarkable year-round work to conserve the stories, buildings and collections that make this place so special, and how you can help us to help preserve heritage.
Getting Here
We’re in the heart of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage site. Just eight minutes on the train from London Bridge.
How to get here
Book Now
Purchase a General Admission ticket to the Painted Hall for £17.50. Convert it to an Annual Pass for no extra cost to give you unlimited entry for a whole year. Kids go free.
Opening Times
The Painted Hall, Chapel and Visitor Centre are open daily, 10am–5pm.
The grounds are open daily 8am–11pm.
Getting Here
We’re in the heart of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage site. Just eight minutes on the train from London Bridge.
How to get here
Book Now
Purchase a General Admission ticket to the Painted Hall for £17.50. Convert it to an Annual Pass for no extra cost to give you unlimited entry for a whole year. Kids go free.
Opening Times
The Painted Hall, Chapel and Visitor Centre are open daily, 10am–5pm.
The grounds are open daily 8am–11pm.
What's on
SEE ALLThe Art of Location: Creating the world of Bridgerton
Thur 5 Feb | 7pm-8.30pm
Go behind the scenes with Bridgerton’s Location Manager and Production Designer, as they reveal how they select historic sites like the Old Royal Naval College to become stunning backdrops.
Find out moreValentine’s Dinner in the Painted Hall
Sat 14 Feb | 7pm–10.30pm
Treat someone special to a romantic fine dining experience in the breathtaking Painted Hall, with a glass of champagne on arrival and a beautifully crafted three-course dinner.
Find out moreTea Ceremony
Fri 20 Feb 26 | 6.30pm & 8.30pm
Experience the art of traditional Chinese tea tasting in the Painted Hall, guided by a UK Tea Academy specialist.
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