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The Queen's Gallery was built in the shell of the former Holyrood Free Church and Duchess of Gordon’s School at the entrance to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. The buildings were constructed in the 1840s with funds from the Duchess of Gordon, but fell into disuse in the late 19th century. Benjamin Tindall Architects were appointed project architects for the new Queen’s Gallery in October 1999. Their central visual theme was a celebration of The Queen’s Golden Jubilee, expressed through a series of arches and screens that lead visitors from the Gallery entrance to the exhibition spaces beyond. Their design complements the original 19th-century architecture, elements of which were incorporated into the new spaces. Unsympathetic later internal alterations were removed, and a new exposed steel and concrete floor inserted to reflect the original ‘gallery’ of the Church.   A new stone arched entrance was created at the centre of the Horse Wynd frontage, opposite the new Scottish Parliament building. The use of a stone archway, with a courtyard beyond, is a traditional entrance device in Scottish architecture. The main walling is of Catcastle stone, the dressed work and lettering is of Stainton stone and the base is of Kenmay granite. ‘THE QUEEN’S GALLERY’ lettering above the entrance is the work of John Neilson, a calligrapher and carver. The letters were cut from single pieces of stone. Above sits Scotland’s heraldic lion, designed by Jill Watson. The lion sedant is based on a small red lion that sits at the feet of Mary, Queen of Scots on her tomb in Westminster Abbey. (The Palace of Holyroodhouse was once home to Mary, Queen of Scots.)   The monumental entrance doors of oak have gilded bronze hinges by Jill Watson. Continuing the heraldic theme, the main hinges are decorated with the Scottish lion and unicorn. The beasts are set against the adjacent urban scene of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and the rural scene of Arthur’s Seat and Salisbury Crags. The upper hinges are made as golden boughs of flowering native trees – chestnut and laburnum, oak, rowan and hawthorn. The stone archway is decorated with a carved and gilded garland of Scottish flowers, including daisies and thistles, created by Graciela Ainsworth, an Edinburgh-based sculptor, carver and conservator. Over the old entrance to the former church is a stained-glass window by Christian Shaw.  The design shows a perspective drawing of the interior of a gallery. At night, the shape of the archway is reflected by the glass lights by Keiko Mukaide set into the paving. The artist has given the tiles a water flow pattern, mirroring the stream of visitors walking in and out of the Gallery. Inside, the reception desk by Hamid van Koten is made from curved pieces of Scottish elm with kilned glass and patinated copper. The pendant lights were designed and made in Edinburgh by Ingrid Phillips. Dividing the reception from the main Gallery area is a patterned glass screen by Jacqueline Poncelet. The screen’s bronze handles by Jill Watson incorporate figures looking at art in a gallery.   The dramatic central stair of native timber leads to the Gallery spaces above. The complex shape was designed by the architects with Charles Taylor Woodwork, who were responsible for the construction. Lights set into the first floor illuminate the curved balustrading.  

Highlights You will enjoy a unique view of Piazza del Popolo, St. Peter, Colosseum and much more ... Romantic Rome - Night Touron board of a open top minibus  Ticket Includes Panoramic tour of Rome by night aboard a bus with telescopic sliding glass roof Welcome drink and appetizer at "Officine Italia" (Piazza della Repubblica, 41) which includes: welcome drink, Pizza, stuffed focaccia, snacks, water Complimentary booklet "Roma" Buffet dinner at the restaurant "Zodiac" with a view of the city that includes: A mix of cured meats and cheeses Fettuccine (pasta) with ragù  Small mixed salad Cake of the day A glass of wine or soft drink + water.
Description You can admire the most romantic locations in Rome during the evening, from the Spanish Steps, the stage of the beginning of the love story between the two protagonists of the famous "Vacanze Romane" movie up to Zodiac. The tour takes place entirely on board of a open top minibus;  during winter evenings the minibus is closed with a completely glass roof that will allow you to admire the beauty of Rome in total comfort

Validity Your tickets are valid for 2 days, redeemable anytime before the end of the year. You may enter as you wish, within operating hours.

Rates do not include gratuity to drivers and/or guides. 

What You'll Do
See the USS Constitution, an icon of American history
Cruise past the Bunker Hill Monument, Boston Tea Party Boat and the Old North Church
Optional tour of the USS Constitution and accompanying Naval Museum
Fully narrated 45 minute cruise Not included:
Gratuitites
Food and Drink (available on-board)
Hotel pickup and drop off

Your 365Tickets Blenheim Palace ticket can either be shown on a mobile device or printed Several eateries serving a wide range from light snacks, to 3 course meals and afternoon teas are available at the Palace  Your ticket cannot be exchanged for an annual pass for the Palace Please note tickets are non-refundable