Banqueting House, Renaissance banqueting house in City of Westminster, England
The Banqueting House features a main hall with double height ceilings, vaulted basement, and regular columns arranged along the walls in neoclassical style.
King Charles I was executed in 1649 on a scaffold outside the central window of this building during the English Civil War period.
The ceiling paintings by Peter Paul Rubens from 1634 represent the glorification of James I through allegorical scenes of divine status.
The building remains closed until 2025 for essential renovation work, with future visits requiring advance ticket reservations through the official website.
This structure stands as the last remaining component of Palace of Whitehall, which served as the primary London residence for English monarchs until 1698.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1622
Architects: Inigo Jones
Official opening: 1622
Architectural style: Palladian architecture
Operator: Historic Royal Palaces
Part of: Palace of Whitehall
Address: Whitehall, London, Westminster, SW1, England SW1A 2ER
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Thursday, Saturday-Sunday 10:00-17:00; Monday 10:00-13:00; Friday 10:00-16:00
Website: http://hrp.org.uk/banquetinghouse
GPS coordinates: 51.50460,-0.12590
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:24
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