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The RA Collection

Diploma Works and treasures from the RA Collection spanning over 300 years, shown free in the historic John Madejski Fine Rooms while the main Collections Gallery is expanded. Closed on select dates (21 Jul, 11 Aug, 4 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Nov, 4 Dec 2026).

Now showing16 Dec 2025 – 29 Jan 2027· Free

Richard Dadd: Beyond Bedlam

The first major survey in over 50 years of the Victorian painter, who created intricate fairy worlds, including The Fairy Feller's Master-Stroke, from within an asylum.

Now showing25 Jul – 25 Oct

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A free exhibition by current RA Schools students Anna Metzger, Sam Tromp and Joel Wycherley, exploring fractured narratives across bodily and architectural scales.

Now showing18 Sept – 8 Nov· Free

Nicole Eisenman

A major new courtyard sculpture by New York-based artist Nicole Eisenman, installed in front of Burlington House.

Now showing22 Sept – 5 Feb 2027· Free

Painting the French Riviera

Monet, Matisse, Dufy and others capture the light and colour of the Cote d'Azur in this survey of the French Riviera's pull on modern painters.

Now showing2 Oct – 31 Jan 2027

Peggy Guggenheim in London

Explores Guggenheim's short-lived Guggenheim Jeune gallery (1938-39) and how it introduced avant-garde art to London.

Upcoming21 Nov – 14 Mar 2027

Rembrandt: Radical Printmaker

More than 120 works on Rembrandt's printmaking, a lesser-known side of his practice, organised with the Petit Palais in Paris. In the Sackler Wing.

Upcoming9 Apr 2027 – 19 Sept 2027· £18

Summer Exhibition 2027

The annual open-submission show in the Main Galleries: drawing, painting, prints, sculpture and film by members of the public and artists of global renown, much of it for sale.

Upcoming18 May 2027 – 15 Aug 2027· £18

Simone Leigh

The largest exhibition to date of sculptor Simone Leigh, her first major UK show, bringing bronze and ceramic sculpture together with film in monumental new installations drawing on African cultures and their diasporas.

Upcoming18 Sept 2027 – 12 Dec 2027

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National Portrait Gallery

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Churchill War Rooms

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Visitor Information

How much does Royal Academy of Arts cost?

Standard adult admission to Royal Academy of Arts is £18. Some exhibitions are free. Ticketed exhibitions vary in price.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Royal Academy of Arts?

Royal Academy of Arts is open Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, Fri until 21:00, closed Mon. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Royal Academy of Arts?

Royal Academy of Arts is located at Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BD, in the Piccadilly area of London. The nearest stations are Piccadilly Circus and Green Park.

What can I see at Royal Academy of Arts?

Britain's oldest art institution, where established names and new talent share the walls of Burlington House. Current highlights include The RA Collection, Rembrandt: Radical Printmaker and Summer Exhibition 2027.

Do I need to book Royal Academy of Arts in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Royal Academy of Arts?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

Is Royal Academy of Arts accessible?

Step-free access to galleries via lift. Wheelchairs available. Audio guides and BSL-interpreted tours for selected exhibitions.