The Albert Memorial, London

The Albert Memorial was commissioned by Queen Victoria in memory of her beloved husband, Prince Albert who died of typhoid fever in 1861, aged 42. It was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott in the Gothic Revival style and opened in July 1872 by Queen Victoria. The memorial is 176 feet tall, took over 10 years to complete, and cost £120,000. The cost was met by public subscription.

Officially titled the Prince Consort National Memorial, it celebrates Victorian achievement and Prince Albert's passions and interests. Marble figures representing Europe, Asia, Africa and America stand at each corner of the memorial, and higher up are further figures representing manufacture, commerce, agriculture and engineering. Yet further up, near the top, are gilded bronze statues of the angels and virtues.

All around the base of the memorial the Parnassus frieze depicts celebrated painters, poets sculptors, musicians and architects, reflecting Albert's enthusiasm for the arts.

Visitors can take a guided tour of the monument.

Opening Times

14.00 and 15.00 hours every first Sunday of the month from March to December.

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Ticket Prices

Tours cost £6.00, concessions (inc English Heritage members) £5.00. There is no need to book unless you are a group.

Groups of up to 15 can be accommodated on the standard public tour (see above) by prior arrangement. Groups can also be given their own exclusive tour at almost any time during park opening hours. Exclusive tours cost £155 for a group of any size up to 25 people.

Please make your group booking in advance by calling +44 (0)20 7936 2568.

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