The Grand Tour: a Museum late

Journey into the past at our themed Museum late. Experience a continental tour through time and the thrill of The Grand Tour.

About this event

When: Thursday 16 April, 5.15pm to 8pm, last entry 7.30pm

How would it feel to take a grand escapade across the continent, soaking up architecture and history, revelling in art and music? This may feel like a far-off dream, but for young men of the1800's gentile class, this was the well-expected trip of a lifetime.

Much of the Bank of England's long-admired architecture was inspired by one such trip, taken by Sir Herbert Baker, the mind behind the grand redesign of the Bank in 1925, and this one-off evening event at the Bank of England Museum will offer a tour through the key inspiration points for Baker.

Visitors can expect to engage in their own marvellous journey through the Museum, discovering the architecture and history behind one of London's most iconic buildings.

Essential Information:

  • Event begins: 5.15pm
  • Last entry: 7.30pm
  • Museum closes: 8pm

Book tickets

In the event that online bookings for this event have sold out, but you may still be able to attend by collecting a ticket at the door.*

*Please note that walk‑in tickets are offered on a first‑come, first‑served basis and depend on venue capacity on the night.

This page was last updated 24 February 2026