Timeline
10:00
Arrive at the Banqueting House as it opens. The building is liable to close at short notice for government functions, so check before you travel. Enter the main hall to admire the Rubens ceiling and the architectural grandeur of the Neo-Classical design.
10:45
Walk fifteen minutes to Fortnum & Mason. This upmarket grocery store with royal connections is the perfect spot to buy tea or pick up a light snack. The shop is open from 10:00 on weekdays, so you will find it ready for you.
11:15
Return to the Banqueting House for a final look at the historic room where Charles I was executed. The quiet afternoon light makes for a reflective end to the visit.
Local tip
The Banqueting House is closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays. If you visit on a weekday, arriving at opening time ensures the best chance of seeing the interior without crowds or unexpected closures for government events.
Check before you go
- The Banqueting House is closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
- The venue may close at short notice for government functions; telephone to check before you travel.
- Fortnum & Mason is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00 and Sunday from 12:00 to 18:00.
Worth knowing
- Fortnum & Mason is open at 10:45 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to London (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).