Somerset House

Neoclassical building with galleries and courtyard. Temple 3 mins.

Visiting Somerset House

• Area: Central London
• Category: Galleries, Exhibitions
• Entry: free to enter
• Rain exposure: expect to get a bit damp getting there
• How long to allow: 1-3 hours depending on exhibitions

Opening hours

• Mon: 10:00-18:00
• Tue: 10:00-18:00
• Wed: 10:00-18:00
• Thu: 10:00-18:00
• Fri: 10:00-18:00
• Sat: 10:00-18:00
• Sun: 10:00-18:00

Getting there

Temple. 3 minute walk from station

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What to expect

• Curated art collections
• Rotating exhibitions
• Gallery talks
• Immersive experience
• Modern technology
• Photo opportunities
• On-site café

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Booking

Free entry - walk-ins welcome during opening hours

Good to know

• Five or ten minutes exposed.
• Free entry - donations welcome
• Allow 2-3 hours to fully explore

Other galleries in Central London

• National Gallery
• Foundling Museum
• Tate Britain
• The Courtauld Gallery
• Two Temple Place

More galleries across London

• God's Own Junkyard
• Victoria & Albert Museum
• Banksy Limitless London
• London Glassblowing
• Tate Modern

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