Apsley House
Greater London, England
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Gallery: Diego Velázquez, Public domain · Ricardalovesmonuments, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Key facts
- Operator
- English Heritage
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- English Heritage Overseas Visitor Pass
- Membership
- Covered by English Heritage annual membership - what it costs per visit
- Nearest station
- London Victoria, 0.6 miles (straight-line)
- Note
- Former London townhouse of the Duke of Wellington at Hyde Park Corner, remodelled by him between 1819 and 1829.
Pinpoint
149 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NT
Telephone 020 7499 5676
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Apsley House was the London townhouse of the Duke of Wellington at Hyde Park Corner, remodelled by him between 1819 and 1829. Reviewers describe a compact house carrying an unusually dense display of paintings and personal possessions, and many treat it as much as a museum to Wellington as a home. Canova's colossal statue of Napoleon is the piece visitors mention first.
At a glance
Who to know
The 1st Duke of Wellington · bought the house in 1817; it was designed by Robert Adam in the 1770s and is still the Wellington family's London home
Worth the trip
The picture collection and the Waterloo material - reviewers describe room after room of fine art and personal items, with the Canova Napoleon the moment that stops most of them.
Before you go
Reviewers note the house sits right at Hyde Park Corner opposite Wellington Arch, so it is easily combined with the nearby parks; several mention using English Heritage membership or vouchers here.
What visitors say
Apsley House reviews · 4.6 / 5 across 1,287 Google reviews
Reviewers consistently describe this as the Duke of Wellington's London townhouse at Hyde Park Corner, and the picture collection is the thing most of them come away talking about, including works said to have come from the Spanish royal collection and Canova's colossal statue of Napoleon on the staircase. Several also single out the Waterloo memorabilia, the silver and porcelain, and Wellington's personal possessions, and one picks out the Yellow Drawing Room as the most elegant interior.
The audio guide is described as free and informative, and staff and guides are praised as knowledgeable. Reviewers suggest allowing a good two to three hours if you want to see everything, and mention a small gift shop.
Its central location next to Wellington Arch and the parks is noted as an easy add-on to other sightseeing.
“Hugely impressive English Townhouse built in the late 1700’s and later home of the 1st Duke of Wellington. Brilliant collection of Battle of Waterloo memorabilia, artworks and personal items from Wellington himself.”- Edward Pym, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Guided tours
- “Loads of guides are available with a wealth of knowledge also you can pick up an electronic tour guide.” - Michael Collins
- Facilities
- “There is a very nice little gift shop here so we'll worth a look there as they have some lovely things you can pick up to remember your visit.” - Michael Collins
Common questions about Apsley House
Where is Apsley House?
Apsley House is in Greater London, England, at 149 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NT.
Do you need a ticket to visit Apsley House?
Yes - Apsley House is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by English Heritage. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Apsley House?
The picture collection and the Waterloo material - reviewers describe room after room of fine art and personal items, with the Canova Napoleon the moment that stops most of them.
Is Apsley House a ruin or still intact?
Apsley House is largely intact - Former London townhouse of the Duke of Wellington at Hyde Park Corner, remodelled by him between 1819 and 1829.
