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Royal Academy of Arts, London

The Royal Academy of Arts houses British paintings and sculptures from the 18th century to the present day. Highlights in the collection include major works by Reynolds, Gainsborough, Turner, Constable, Alma-Tadema, Flaxman, Millais, Leighton, Waterhouse, Sargent, Spencer and Hockney. Other art collections feature drawings, prints, historic books, archives, historic photographs and plaster casts.

The Royal Academy does not receive financial support from the state or crown and sources revenue by hosting temporary public art exhibitions. For up to date information on current exhibitions see the website or call for details.

The Academy also has one of the finest Arts library in the UK and is open to the public by appointment only.

There is a restaurant, cafe and shop.

Opening Times

10am-6pm everyday except Friday
10am-10pm Friday

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Ticket Prices

Adults - £11
Concessions - £9
Students - £7.50
Corporate Guests - £7.50
Income support - £4
Children (12-18) - £4
Children (8-11) - £3
Under 7 - free

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Disabled Facilities

Disability access enquiries (limited service) - 020 7300 5732
access@royalacademy.org.uk

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More Information

Telephone: 020 7300 8000

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Royal Academy of Arts
Burlington House
Piccadilly
London

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