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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 #12 of 901 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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York, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

While the gallery does not match the Tates, or the Victoria and Albert museum, it has a good collection of pieces. I especially liked some new arrivals that showed the progression of Monet's style from realism to impressionism.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

I've been to this museum many time's and always enjoy strolling around. Its location could not be better for the site seeing junkies like myself. The only reason I went the first time was because it was raining (shock I know, rain in London) but now I go back rain or shine. They also have a yummy cafe.

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hull,uk
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Just had a brief look in the gallery what i saw however was worth seeing. for ardent gallery visitors you could spen a lot of time in there

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

This place is enormous, take a couple of hours to wander around, we did the National Portrait gallery first, so were a little weary. But would recommend that there is so much to see that a more structured tour and take at least 1\2 a day to enjoy to the full. Wonderful old paintings, Turner, Cezanne, Van Gogh and must... More

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW via mobile

First and foremost this gallery is free! This beautiful structure is a standout in the city and certainly worth a look even if your not into art. The paintings are incredible and there is so much history in display here.

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Conway, Arkansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Loved this place. So many paintings, we did not get all the way through it, but I will go back again. LOVED all the art. BONUS: the day we went there was a street performer doing an act out front. Very funny guy.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Lovely place to visit, lot to see, need another visit to see everything, big building, went with hubby and he enjoyed it too

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Newquay, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

No visit to London can be complete without a visit to the "National Gallery". I go to London about eight times a year and on each occasion I make a point of visiting the gallery. There are just so many exhibits and displays it is impossible to to see it all in one day. The gallery is right next to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Wonderful gallery. You can't really see everything so you need more than one visit (or stay there all day). I loved the Italian paintings, becoming engrossed in them and running out of time to see more! And it's free! A nice cafe as well.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

Make sure you get the audio as finding out real details about the paintings is worth it. This is a large building with lots to look at.

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