Bona Ventura

Knightsbridge / Hyde Park Corner · London

Apsley House (Wellington Collection)

Palace

The Duke of Wellington's townhouse at Hyde Park Corner, nicknamed 'Number One, London' because it was the first house travellers reached after the toll gate. Inside are the Waterloo Gallery, Spanish paintings captured from Joseph Bonaparte's baggage train at Vitoria, and a colossal statue of Napoleon.

Address
149 Piccadilly, London W1J 7NT
Hours
Wed-Sun 11:00-17:00; closed Mon (except bank holidays) and Tue
Best time to go
Afternoon · About 1.5 h
Price
Adult about GBP 12.32-18 depending on date and donation (English Heritage, 2026)
Price level
££

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Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.

Good to know

  • On the first Thursday of the month (May-December) the Keeper gives a 90-minute tour at 11:15, GBP 10 extra, no booking, 15 places
  • Wellington Arch across the road is also English Heritage

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