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Wallace Collection

Hertford House | Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN, England
44 20 7563 9500
Ranked #27 of 818 attractions in London
4.5 of 5 stars 193 Reviews
Type: Art Museums, Historic Sites
Fee: No
Owner description: Both a national museum and a prestigious private collection of art bequeathed by Lady Wallace in 1897, this attraction features one of the world's...... more » Owner description: Both a national museum and a prestigious private collection of art bequeathed by Lady Wallace in 1897, this attraction features one of the world's best collections of French 18th-century pictures, porcelain and furniture, plus a fantastic array of 17th-century paintings. « less
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I've been selfish too long, enjoying my occasional visits to this grand house partly because it is never heaving with other visitors. So it's time to share. The collection of paintings (mainly 16th to 18th century, festuring the likes of Reubens, Canaletto, Fragonard, Hals, Watteau and Gainsborough) is surprisingly huge and well displayed in the impressive side rooms and Great... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This is a wonderful place! Located in the backstreets of Manchester Square, proves why private collections far exceed their well known state cousins in stuffy museums. A melting pot of sculptures, paintings, clocks and furniture gathered across many centuries - there's something for everybody. And the best part...the awesome collection of armor in the lower levels. Absolutely fantastic! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

A most outstanding art collection of Sir Richard Wallace, Marquess of Hertford & Lady Hertford who bequeathed the collection to the nation. The 4th Marquess was one of the greatest art collectors of the 19th century and what we see today was essentially his collection. The state rooms & various galleries display exotic 17th & 18th century Roccoco furniture -... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

This wonderful art collection is free! It's tucked behind Selfridges on Manchester Square and still feels like a (very extravagant) Victorian home. Some might go to see the Canaletto's but I prefer the clocks, the pottery and the Stubbs. The house is set around a central courtyard that has been glazed and houses a lovely cafe - an oasis in... More

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Bath, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

This is an absolute gem. The collection of furniture, paintings, snuff boxes etc are of the very highest quality. The staff were helpful and informative. It will be first on our list of places to visit on our next trip to London More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Just behind Oxford Street, a former LARGE private house that was donated to the nation, it has recently been refurbished. Our nine-year old loves the children's holiday workshops. Wonderful furniture, decoration, paintings, sculpture, even armour! Another hidden jewel - if it had been in a provincial town, it would make it famous and a centre of tourism, but in London,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Great place to spend a quiet afternoon. Great for adults but not the best place for youngsters as there are mature themes. Excellent weapons colelction too. More

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Sanaa, Yemen
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I have lived in London for over 10 years, and I can not believe that I had missed this. A fantastic museum with an amazing collection. The tours are very informative, but if you want to know more about a particular painting, ask one of the very friendly attendants. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Lovely mansion/town house in the centre of London. Great paintings and luxurious furniture to see. Especially, I liked Dutch paintings of everyday scenes and the Canalettos. Staff are very friendly and will love to answer your questions. Restaurant/cafe a bit disappointing, as they don't serve hot food. More

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Amy Randall, Development and Marketing Assistant at Wallace Collection, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Thank you for your review. We are very pleased you enjoyed the Collection and hope you will be returning soon. However, we thought you would like to know that the restaurant does serve hot food every day, starting with breakfast from 10am. The restaurant also remains open for dinner until 11pm on Friday and Saturday. We are sorry if this... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

The Wallace Collection in Hertford House is the most perfect collection of exquisite objects in London. The rooms are a beautiful setting for the treasures. Do try and have a snack or meal in the lovely restaurant outside and the shop will ensure the most lovely presents and card for birthdays and Christmas. More

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