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National Gallery

Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, England (Mayfair / St James's / Piccadilly / Green Park )
44 20 7747 2885
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As featured in 3 days in London
Ranked #11 of 890 attractions in London
Type: Art Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour, Dining
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: 1-2 hours
Owner description: The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of European painting in the world. These pictures belong to the public and... more » Owner description: The National Gallery, London houses one of the greatest collections of European painting in the world. These pictures belong to the public and entrance to see them is free. The National Gallery's permanent collection spans the period from about 1250 to 1900 and consists of Western European paintings. « less
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Charlottetown, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

A beautiful view of history through art. Londoners are so lucky to have this gallery. Free museums are just not available in Canada. I am much more aware of how new m country is. Loved Monet.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

The exhibition has so many interesting displays that it would be amazing if you didn't find something of interest to see. It is easily locatable. Take a couple of hours and enjoy.

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Yorkshire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

No matter how many times you visit you always find something new to see. Seeing pictures in different lights and at different times of years makes every visit special. Plus great coffee in the Expresso bar

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Iver, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

So much to see and enjoy, it really needs time, we just went to see a few paintings in depth. Just love this gallery.

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Melbourne, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Three wings are filled with really boring old paintings, which are typical of any other European museum and generally religious in their subject and content. Some of the paintings from the 19th and 20th century are worth seeing, and at least the museum is free to visit, but it really feels like a crowded zoo with many groups of school... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The Gallery is very extensive and very big. Some amazing painting and it is FREE but do give a donation just simply because it is such a good place. You can spend hours just walking around and enjoying the place.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Easy to find on Trafalgar Square, many rooms and galleries so leave time to see as much as you want. We found the whole experience up lifting, the paintings were magical and most looked real with hands painted with veins and pinched skin, just wonderful. Do go if you can.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

From the outset it must be said that the National Gallery in London has a world-class collection of art up to the 20th century. The Dutch Golden Age pictures and the Impressionists collections in particular are not to be missed. If you are only interested in the artifacts on the walls and pedestals then you can stop reading now. This... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

I often go to the National Gallery and love it there. I am not a member but still get updates of what's on and often spend an afternoon mooching around. It's a wonderful place with Art and Photography to meet anyone's needs. Really worth a visit when in London.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

This is an excellent art gallery with spacious rooms well laid out and manned. It is very easy to walk around and admire the many artworks on your own as everything is well documented and named. I particularly liked the Italian rooms with the magnificent Canalettos. Downstairs there is a nice cafe an toilet facilities. Well worth a visit if... More

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