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National Portrait Gallery

ArtHistoryPhotographyClosed · Opens 10:30amFreeCharing Cross

Reoberta el 2023 després d'una gran transformació, la National Portrait Gallery explica la història de Gran Bretanya a través de la seva gent. La col·lecció abasta sis segles de retratística, des de l'Enric VIII de Holbein fins als autoretrats de Hockney. La nova distribució et guia cronològicament des de la planta superior cap avall, mentre que les galeries de la planta baixa exhibeixen fotografia contemporània i encàrrecs recents. És més tranquil·la i íntima que la seva veïna, la National Gallery.

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St Martin's Place, London WC2H 0HE

Nearest station: Charing Cross, Leicester Square

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Hours

Mon10:30–18:00
TueToday10:30–18:00
Wed10:30–18:00
Thu10:30–18:00
Fri10:30–21:00
Sat10:30–21:00
Sun10:30–18:00

Admission

Free

Special exhibitions may require paid tickets

Accessibility

Step-free access to all floors via lifts. Wheelchairs available. Audio guides and BSL tours.

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Is National Portrait Gallery free to visit?
Yes, general admission to National Portrait Gallery is free. Special exhibitions may require paid tickets. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of National Portrait Gallery?
National Portrait Gallery is open Daily 10:30–18:00, Fri–Sat until 21:00. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is National Portrait Gallery?
National Portrait Gallery is located at St Martin's Place, London WC2H 0HE, in the West End area of London. The nearest stations are Charing Cross, Leicester Square.
What can I see at National Portrait Gallery?
Els rostres de la història britànica: des dels monarques Tudor fins a les icones contemporànies. Current highlights include Retrats i fotografia contemporanis (Contemporary Portraits and Photography), Georgians i victorians: 1714–1900 (Georgians and Victorians: 1714–1900), Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026.
Do I need to book National Portrait Gallery in advance?
National Portrait Gallery is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Special exhibitions may require paid tickets. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit National Portrait Gallery?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is National Portrait Gallery accessible?
Step-free access to all floors via lifts. Wheelchairs available. Audio guides and BSL tours.

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