Somerset House

Somerset House is a neoclassical building complex on the Strand, designed by Sir William Chambers and begun in 1776 on the site of a Tudor palace to house government offices. Today it is an arts centre: visitors cross its large courtyard with floor fountains, walk the river terrace and see changing exhibitions and events.

When to go

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Mon08:00–23:00

Tue08:00–23:00

Wed08:00–23:00

Thu08:00–23:00

Fri08:00–23:00

Sat08:00–23:00

Sun08:00–23:00

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