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Apsley House

Duke of Wellington's Boots
Duke of Wellington's Boots (c) Richard Prescott
Apsley House (c) English Heritage Photo Library - Apsley House Exterior © English Heritage Photo Library (c) Apsley House interior (c) John Brown Citrus Publishing - Waterloo Gallery (c) Duke of Wellington's Boots - Duke of Wellington's Boots (c) Interior - Interior (c) Interior - Interior (c) Richard Prescott - Wellington Bust - Richard Prescott - Wellington Bust (c) View up the staircase - View up the staircase (c) Waterloo Gallery at Apsley House - Waterloo Gallery at Apsley House (c) Napoleon Bonaparte by Dabos - A painting of Napoleon Bonaparte by Dabos - Apsley House © English Heritage Photo Library (c)

Apsley House, home of the first Duke of Wellington and his descendants, stands right in the heart of London at Hyde Park Corner. For over 200 years, this great metropolitan mansion has been known colloquially as ‘Number 1 London’, because it was the first house encountered after passing the tollgates at the top of Knightsbridge. Inside Apsley House you will see many aspects of the first duke’s life and work, outstandingly his amazing art collection. Paintings by many famous artists are hung throughout the first floor, many of them part of the Spanish Royal Collection which came into Wellington’s possession after the Battle of Vitoria in 1813. A colossal nude statue of Napoleon by Canova dominates the stairwell at the centre of the house.

What are the opening times?

DatesOpening TimesOpening Days
21 Mar - 31 Oct 11am-5pm Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, & Bank Hols.
1 Nov - 31 Mar 11am - 4pm Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan    
Details:
Joint ticket with Wellington Arch: Apsley House and the Wellington Arch offer joint ticket prices: £6.80/£5.40/£3.40. Family £17.00 (2 adults, 3 children)

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£5.40
Children:
£2.70
Concession:
£4.30
English Heritage Members:
Other:
Apsley House is free admission to all on Waterloo Day (18 June 2009)
Details:
Apsley House and the Wellington Arch offer joint ticket prices: £6.80/£5.40/£3.40. Family £17.00 (2 adults, 3 children)

How do I get there?

Address:
Apsley House - W1J 7NT
Road Access:
149 Piccadilly, Hyde Park Corner
Train Access:
Victoria 1⁄2 mile
Bus Access:
From surrounding areas
Tube Access:
Hyde Park Corner, adjacent
Telephone:
020 7499 5676

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Guidebooks Shop Events Family Learning Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders Male Toilets Female Toilets

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together plus a free place for every additional 20 paying passengers. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader
Guided Tours:
Exclusive pre-booked Group Access to Apsley house and Wellington Arch on Mondays with guided tour and refreshments at Wellington Arch. Guided Tours: 'Apsley house highlights'; 'Special Tours of the Silver Collection'; 'Dutch Paintings', and 'The Duke and His Times'.

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