Founded by George III in 1768 and run by artists, the RA has staged its Summer Exhibition every year without interruption since its first show. Free displays include the John Madejski Fine Rooms, and the RA owns Michelangelo's Taddei Tondo.
- Address
- Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BD
- Hours
- Tue-Thu and Sun 10:00-18:00; Fri-Sat 10:00-21:00; closed Mon
- Best time to go
- Afternoon, Evening · About 1.5 h
- Price
- Free displays (incl. the John Madejski Fine Rooms); major exhibitions ticketed, price not verified
- Price level
- ££
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Open late until 21:00 on Fridays and Saturdays
- Use the Burlington House entrance on Piccadilly until autumn 2027 while 6 Burlington Gardens is closed