National Gallery
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The National Gallery in London is home to over 2,400 works, highlighting masterpieces from each major tradition in Western European painting.
Founded in 1824, today the National Gallery holds one of the most extraordinary art collections in the world and includes some of the most celebrated works ever created.
Marvel at over 1,000 masterpieces
Over 1,000 paintings are on display covering every major tradition in Western European art from 1200 through to 1930. Organised chronologically, these free displays span 66 different rooms, with the entire floor area of the gallery equalling approximately six football pitches.
Collection highlights
Highlights include some of the best-known works by artists from Velázquez to Vermeer, Turner to Titian – but it’s the breadth of the displays that makes visiting so special. They begin with late-medieval paintings from 1200-1500, usually religious and featuring exquisite gold decoration. Some of the most famous artists in history emerged in the 16th century, while Caravaggio, Rembrandt, Vermeer and more represent the shift to individualised styles over the next 100 years. Finally, the 18th- and 19th-century rooms chart the rise of new artistic movements, including works by Degas, Cézanne and Van Gogh.
Must-see exhibitions
Experience some of the best exhibitions in London with their year-round programme of paid and free exhibitions, and their Artists in Residence programme, spotlighting some of the most important artists living and working today.
Exclusive benefit for National Art Pass holders
To celebrate being a Museum of the Year 2026 finalist, National Art Pass holders get 10% off in the shop when visiting the Zurbarán exhibition that day, and access to Supporters House on Sundays (17 May – 21 June) when visiting the Zurbarán exhibition that day. Valid until 25 June.
Why you should go
Explore 700 years of art masterpieces
See every major tradition in Western European painting
Experience groundbreaking exhibitions
Visitor information
Address
Trafalgar Square, London, Greater London, WC2N 5DN
020 7747 2885
Opening times
Daily 10am-6pm (Fri 10am-9pm).
Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan.
From 17th May until 25thJune the National Gallery is pleased to offer Art Pass members:
10% off merchandise in National Gallery shops ( onsite only) on presentation of both a National Art Pass and a Zurbaran exhibition ticket for that day.
Art Fund Sundays – between 17th May and 21st June we are pleased to offer Art Pass Holders and a guest access to our Supporters House on Sundays on presentation of a National Art Pass and a Zurbaran exhibition ticket for that day.
Exclusions and safety measures
The National Gallery aims to make access to the paintings enjoyable and welcoming to the widest possible public. There are a range of facilities to help you see the collection, visit exhibitions and come to events ranging from step free access to Changing Places toilets.
For visitors with access requirements please call us on +44 (0)20 7747 2885.