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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 889 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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Newcastle, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

No matter what you think of art, the National Gallery is a must during any visit to London. Amazing and FREE!

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Edmonton, Canada
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

This is all paintings. I'm confused why I can't take pictures when I can of anything that's much older in any other gallery/museum. There are some classic here you should enjoy and you'll likely find a painting you never saw before turn out to be your favorite.

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Tampa, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

you're going to Trafalgar Sq., so slip into this museum,even if you are not a museum person,you would be remiss not to see some of this place.The Van Goghs are worth a look surely.I have been a few times and always found time well spent.

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Most recently we went to the excellent Barocci exhibition - beautifully staged and a real eye-opener to an artist we knew little of before going. Brilliant.

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North Yorkshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

An absolute must visit if you are in London. It's free to visit but please leave a donation. Good shop and there is a restaurant.

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Madrid, Spain
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

Even if your are not they "museum type", just go for a quick visit here. The entrance is free, and you can enjoy paintings from Van Eyck, Van Gogh, Vermeer, Verlazquez and Lautrec. Do it, it won't hurt a bit.

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Charlottetown, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 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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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 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 May 21, 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 May 21, 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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