Tudor Palace to the centrepiece of Maritime Greenwich, the Old Royal Naval College is a UNESCO World Heritage site with 600 years of rich history
This iconic riverside estate boasts 600 years of rich history linking an incredible cast of monarchs and famous British figures including King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I, William Shakespeare, King William and Queen Mary and Vice-Admiral Lord Nelson.
Built on the site of the Palace of Placentia, also known as  Greenwich Palace, this extraordinary building, designed by esteemed architect Sir Christopher Wren, has seen life as both a Royal Hospital and a Royal Naval College. From Henry VIII’s birthplace to Lord Nelson’s lying in state. The tower above marks the painted hall.