period building with large open wooden doors with geological society placard above them

Visit Us

Visit us at our historic London headquarters in Burlington House, home to our stunning Library and the famous William Smith map

The Geological Society is located at Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BG.

Opening hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 9.30am-5pm (Library open 10am-5pm)

Fellows and Student Members may visit to consult the Library's collections, or to use the Libraries as a place to work. Please note that work-space is available on a first-come-first-served basis, and may be limited when conferences are taking place.

Members of the public are welcome to visit during normal opening hours to view our historic interiors including the William Smith map, as well as a changing programme of exhibitions from our archives in the Libraries. We also hold regular free public lectures in our Lecture Theatre which are available online too.

The staircase of the Geological Society of London, leading down stairs to the Society's entrance hall, with two large geological maps on the walls, and busts of George Greenough and William Smith

Visiting the William Smith map

Learn more about one of the most iconic and influential geological maps of our time, and plan your visit to view it at our London home

Visiting the William Smith map
The Upper Library of the Geological Society of London, tables and chairs on a maroon carpet surrounded by book-lined shelves and green pillars

Visit the Library

Open Tuesday to Thursday, members can visit the Library, browse the collections, use the study spaces and visit The Map Room.

Visiting the Library
period building with large open wooden doors with geological society placard above them

Visitor Accessibility

We aim to make all visitors to Burlington House feel welcome and supported by making the location as accessible as possible

Visitor Accessibility
Attendees at a conference clapping in appreciation, reflecting a positive atmosphere and active participation in the event.

Public Lectures and events

Discover our regular Public Lectures and other events

Our events