The National Gallery
Home to one of the world's greatest collections of paintings, right in the heart of Trafalgar Square.
A Journey Through Art History
Located in the iconic Trafalgar Square, The National Gallery is a world-class art museum housing one of the greatest collections of Western European paintings. It's a must-see destination for art lovers, featuring masterpieces by renowned artists from the 13th to the 19th centuries, including da Vinci, Van Gogh, and Monet. The collection tells the story of European art, masterpiece by masterpiece, and is free for all to enjoy.
Gallery Highlights
The collection contains over 2,300 works. Here are some of the most famous paintings you can see:
The Virgin of the Rocks
By Leonardo da Vinci, an enigmatic masterpiece of the Renaissance.
Sunflowers
By Vincent van Gogh, one of the most famous paintings in the world.
The Fighting Temeraire
By J.M.W. Turner, a dramatic and beautiful maritime scene.
The Arnolfini Portrait
By Jan van Eyck, a detailed and symbolic work of the Northern Renaissance.
Visitor Information
Address
Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN
Getting There
Take the Northern Line (Charing Cross branch) three stops from Euston to Charing Cross station.
Opening Times
Daily: 10:00 – 18:00 (Fridays until 21:00).
Entry Fee
Free. Special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.
Official Website
For the latest information and to see what's on, visit the official National Gallery website.
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