Visit Apsley House (Number One London) and Wellington Arch
The former residence of the Duke of Wellington, and Wellington Arch - the London landmark that bears his name are two fascinating places to visit in the heart of London at Hyde Park Corner.
Apsley House
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', been created in the Inner Hall, where visitors can browse through leather-bound albums of images of Wellington, his descendants, and Apsley House.
Wellington Arch
Set in the heart of Royal London at Hyde Park Corner,Wellington Arch is a landmark for Londoners and visitors alike. George IV originally commissioned this massive monument as a grand outer entrance to Buckingham Palace. It was completed in 1830 by architect Decimus Burton, and moved to its present site in 1882.Apsley House, opposite Wellington Arch, was the London home of the Duke of Wellington.
Did You Know?
Wellington's art collection includes portraits and a nude sculpture of his adversary Napoleon Bonaparte.
Ticket includes:
- Entrance to the Waterloo Gallery
- Chance to see paintings by Goya, Velasquez, Rubens and Brueghel
- Entrance to all exhibitions and displays
- Chance to admire London from the stunning viewing platform in the Wellington Arch
- Free audio guide
Annual Visitor Figures:
50,000
Opening and Closing Times:
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Bank Hols
1st April - 1st November: 11am - 5pm
2nd November - 31st March: 11am - 4pm
(Last admission half an hour before closing)
Closed:
6th October, 24th to 26th December and 1st January
A VOUCHER MUST BE PRINTED OUT AND TAKEN TO THE ATTRACTION AFTER THE BOOKING HAS BEEN MADE.
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