National Portrait Gallery Free
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Explore the large collection of portraits, photographs, prints and drawings at the National Portrait Gallery overlooking Trafalgar Square.
About
See history brought to life through the many works on display at the National Portrait Gallery in central London. Feast your eyes on the famous, inspirational and regular people captured in the portraits, photographs and drawings.
Throughout the year, the gallery hosts regular exhibitions alongside its permanent collection.
What can I see at the National Portrait Gallery?
The National Portrait Gallery is home to more than 215,000 works, including portraits, sculptures, miniatures, photographs, drawings, caricatures and prints. Get to know the men and women who have helped shape British history and culture, from kings and queens to artists and film stars.Throughout the year, the gallery hosts regular exhibitions alongside its permanent collection.
Where is the National Portrait Gallery?
The National Portrait Gallery is located at St Martin’s Place overlooking Trafalgar Square in central London.How do I get to the National Portrait Gallery?
The closest tube stations to The National Portrait Gallery are Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus and Charing Cross Underground stations.
Important information
The National Portrait Gallery is currently closed until spring 2023, while essential building works take place for the gallery’s Inspiring People redevelopment.
Prices and opening times
| Adult Ticket | FREE |
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Free except charges for special exhibitions.
Opening Times
Open daily 10.00am - 6.00pm Late night opening Thursday and Friday until 9.00pm. closed 24-26 December.
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Venue Details & Map
National Portrait Gallery
- Address
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St Martin's PlaceLondonWC2H 0HE
- Telephone:
- +44 (0)20 7306 0055
- Public transport:
- Tube: Leicester Square or Charing Cross Train: Charing Cross
Facilities & Accessibility
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