Apsley House & Wellington Arch
Castles, Palaces, Historic Homes, Museums
Central
History, Art, Architecture, Politics
You may purchase joint tickets that include both a visit to the Apsley House and the Wellington Arch. There are also discounts for families with up to two adults and three children.
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Notes: Wheelchair access is available at the Arch and surrounding grounds but not at Apsley House. Services and facilities for sensory impaired people and people with learning disabilities are, however, available at both the House and Arch.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Notes: Restrooms are available at Apsley House only.
Apsley House & Wellington Arch
Number One London
Historic Home with Fine Art Collection
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149 Piccadilly (Hyde Park Corner) London, England W1J 7NT |
+44 (0)20 7499 5676 Fax: +44 (0)20 7493 6576 |
Description
Apsley House, built in 1778, is located in Hyde Park. It is known for its collection of fine art, as well as the personal effects of past owners, the first Duke of Wellington and his descendants. The House is still the current Duke of Wellington's London home today. Apsley House is also known as Number One London. When the house was built by Robert Adam in the 1770s, it was the first house on Piccadilly and was located at the toll-booth entry point to London. Today, the electronic cameras at the beginning of Piccadilly monitor entry to the "congestion Charge Zone," the area of Central London where you have pay GBP 8 per week day to drive a car. Wellington Arch was completed in 1828 and is located opposite Apsley House at Hyde Park Corner.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 11am-5pm, Wed-Sun, (Mar-Oct) & Bank Holidays; 11am-4pm, Wed-Sun, (Nov-Mar)Notes: The House is open on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am-5pm. The House is closed Dec 24-26 and Jan 1. See website for special closures.
Visit Time: 30min-1.5hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: $10-$15
Price Notes: You may purchase joint tickets that include both a visit to the Apsley House and the Wellington Arch. There are also discounts for families with up to two adults and three children.
Exposure
Indoor with no climate control. Notes: The exterior Arch and surrounding grounds between the House and Arch are outdoors with no covering; please plan accordingly.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Adult
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Nearest Train or Bus:
Train: Victoria Station (15 min. walk) / Tube: Hyde Park Corner
Best Modes of Transportation:
Bus
Subway
Taxi
Walking
Parking Availability: No
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