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National Portrait Gallery

ArtHistoryPhotographyClosed · Opens 10:30amFreeCharing Cross

Rouverte en 2023 après une profonde métamorphose, la National Portrait Gallery raconte l'histoire de la Grande-Bretagne à travers celles et ceux qui l'ont façonnée. La collection traverse six siècles de portrait, du Henri VIII de Holbein aux autoportraits de Hockney. Le nouveau parcours vous invite à descendre chronologiquement depuis le dernier étage, tandis que les salles du rez-de-chaussée mettent à l'honneur la photographie contemporaine et les œuvres de commande. L'atmosphère y est plus paisible et plus intime que chez sa voisine, la National Gallery.

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Getting there

St Martin's Place, London WC2H 0HE

Nearest station: Charing Cross, Leicester Square

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Hours

Mon10:30–18:00
Tue10:30–18:00
WedToday10:30–18:00
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.

Visitor Information

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?
Les visages de l'histoire britannique, des monarques Tudor aux icônes contemporaines. Current highlights include Tudors and Stuarts: 1485–1714, Époque géorgienne et victorienne : 1714-1900 (Georgians and Victorians: 1714–1900), Twentieth Century: 1900–2000.
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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