Explore the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in this interactive virtual tour of the fine rooms of our iconic building in London and some of our fascinating embassies and residences across the world.

The stunning 360° photographs contain audio podcasts and videos which give you an unique insight into Britain’s diplomatic story.

Find out more about the FCDO’s work.

Choose a location:

Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office London

British Ambassador's Residence Paris

British Embassy Vienna: Ballroom

British Consulate Istanbul: Garden

British Embassy Berlin

British Embassy Rome: Inner Courtyard

The story of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office – through art, architecture, history and diplomacy

Welcome to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office virtual Open House 2023, by Permanent Under-Secretary, Sir Philip Barton.