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The National Gallery

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(40.9K) · Art museum in London, United Kingdom
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The National Gallery houses the national collection of paintings in the Western European tradition from the 13th to the 19th centuries. It is on show 361 …

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Mar 26, 2025
The National Gallery is one of the finest art galleries in London. It contains a magnificent collection of paintings from the mid-13th to the 20th century. Its collection is smaller than that of many…Full review by Zapryan D
Mar 25, 2025
I actually visited here by mistake, I thought it was the National Portrait gallery . But what a pleasant mistake. Absolutely stunning building and exhibits. I was stunned by the sheer scale of som…Full review by lesley2805
Mar 18, 2025
The galleries were overcrowded with people and the experience was more akin to a travel interchange than an art gallery. The UK needs to follow the EU pattern with paid entry for non residents and t…Full review by Sightsee294230
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Articles

For anyone with even a passing interest in art, placing a visit to this museum high on your London to-do list is a must, as it ranks among …
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The National Gallery is an art museum in Trafalgar Square in London. Founded in 1824, it houses a collection of over 2,300 paintings da…
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The National Gallery is a magnificent Georgian edifice on the northern side of Trafalgar Square that houses a massive collection of Western …
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Facts

Established:1824, current location since 1838
Located:Trafalgar Square, London, England, United Kingdom
Visitors:3,096,508 (2023)
Director:Gabriele Finaldi
Type:Art museum

Questions & answers

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If I want to see Van Gogh exhibition but no tickets online avaailable anymore, is there a chance to buy tickets on …
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If I want to see Van Gogh exhibition but no tickets online avaailable anymore, is there a chance to buy tickets on spot and get in?
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I don't think you will get any tickets on the day. Best thing to do I think is go to the membership desk and buy annual membership. We did this. That gives you immediate …
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I don't think you will get any tickets on the day. Best thing to do I think is go to the membership desk and buy annual membership. We did this. That gives you immediate access and you can go back as many times as you want without booking.
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Answer by sheepygold · Nov 21, 2024
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How long would you advise us to set aside for the Fantastic Frans Hals exhibition
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A good 3 hours definitely
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Do you need to pre- book tickets for the general gallery (non exhibition) haven't been since pre pandemic when pre …
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Do you need to pre- book tickets for the general gallery (non exhibition) haven't been since pre pandemic when pre-booking wasnt a big thing
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I went recently and I didn't need to pre book
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Hi, if you have a timed slot to visit the exhibition and you are late, will they let you in? Thanks
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As per your query, all tickets have a 15-minute entry time printed on them. Unless our ticket-desk staff tells you otherwise, you won't be able to get in before the time on your ticket. You can stay at the exhibition for as long as you want within …
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As per your query, all tickets have a 15-minute entry time printed on them. Unless our ticket-desk staff tells you otherwise, you won't be able to get in before the time on your ticket. You can stay at the exhibition for as long as you want within gallery working hours.
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Hi, if I have a timed entry ticket to an exhibition which includes free Gallery entry may I visit the Gallery BEFORE I enter …
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Hi, if I have a timed entry ticket to an exhibition which includes free Gallery entry may I visit the Gallery BEFORE I enter the exhibition? Thank you.
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Yes I agree with the majority of earlier answers, you cannot go into the National Gallery before your allotted time but you can stay as long as you like afterwards until closing. It is well …
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Yes I agree with the majority of earlier answers, you cannot go into the National Gallery before your allotted time but you can stay as long as you like afterwards until closing. It is well worth staying on, the gallery is so lovely, they have organised it really well and the art is fabulous. Enjoy!
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Can I eat my own food at the Gallery?
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You can bring food with you to the Gallery but it there is currently limited space of places to eat. Due to risk of cross contamination and allergies, it...
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Exhibitions are chargeable
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Braille guides and tactile facilities are also available
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Access to wheel chairs is available
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Free access to over 2,300 paintings
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Enjoy free entrance 361 days a year
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Few museums can compete with the strongest, widest collection of paintings in the world: one of every important style is on display, and it's almost always the best in that genre
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App catalogs more than 1,500 paintings
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Hour-long free guided tours start at the Sainsbury Wing at 2 pm on weekdays
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The doors promptly open on one of the world's greatest artistic fireworks shows
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On sundays, the gallery hosts regular storytelling and art workshops
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You can recharge your phone in the downstairs Espresso Bar if you have a cord
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The national gallery provides audio tours and maps designed especially for children
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You can pre-plan your trip around the gallery's 30 must-see paintings.
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The security here is massive, however you can get in few cheeky pictures
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The national gallery offers audio tours and features three dining outlets and three gift shops
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Free admission. mon–thurs and sat–sun 10am–6pm; fri 10am–9pm)
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These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free
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Works by da vinci, van gogh, monet, turner and other greats await inside
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