Step inside beautiful Chiswick House, a stunning 18th-century Palladian marvel that has lived many lives.
Designed by architect and designer William Kent and Richard Boyle, the third Earl of Burlington, Chiswick House & Gardens was built between 1725 and about 1738 as a pioneering example of the English Landscape Movement. First created as a site for larger-than-life parties, the House has since lived many lives, from hosting Queen Victoria herself to operating as a mental health institution from 1892 to 1928.
The House opens its doors to visitors every summer and welcomes group tours all year round. Walk through its the sumptuous rooms, marvel at its collection of paintings and discover the stories of its previous residents.
Opening hours
Thursday 21 May – Sunday 27 September
Thursday – Sunday.
10.30am – 3.30pm
Last entry at 3pm
Please check planned closures before visiting.
Tickets
Adult admission: £13.50
Child: £6.50
Family (1 adult 3 children): £18.50
Family (2 adults 3 children): £29.50
Job seeker: £6.50
Audio Guides
Pick up one of our free audio guides when you visit to dive deeper into the story of Chiswick House. Choose between the guide for adults, narrated by Elizabeth McGovern (Downton Abbey’s Cora Crawley) or the children’s guide, narrated by musician Sophie Ellis-Bextor.
What you’ll see
Visit Chiswick House to discover its history and marvel at its hidden gems. Don’t miss the striking upstairs rooms, including the Blue Velvet Room and the Red Velvet Room. Look up to admire the highly decorative ceilings and pause to admire the masterpieces that line the walls.
Stories told through a diversity of voices
Each year at Chiswick House, visitors can experience the Black Chiswick through History installation, showcasing fresh interpretations of the House and its collections, foregrounding Black history and the stories of people of colour who have been a part of these historic spaces from the very beginning. Launched in 2021, this ongoing community research project is led by historian Nadege Forde-Vidal and artist Ayesha Weekes, in collaboration with local groups and young people.
Details for the 2026 display will be announced later this year.
Opening times and tickets
Our beautiful 65-acre gardens are open every day, along with our Café. The House and Kitchen Garden are open at select times of the year.
Access
Find out how we have made Chiswick House and Gardens an accessible place to visit and learn.
