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National Portrait Gallery

ArtHistoryPhotographyClosed · Opens 10:30amFreeCharing Cross

National Portrait Gallery 于2023年完成大规模改造后重新开放，通过人物讲述英国的故事。馆藏跨越六个世纪的肖像艺术，从Holbein笔下的Henry VIII，到Hockney的自画像，一应俱全。新的参观路线按时间顺序从顶层向下展开，一层展厅则展示当代摄影作品与委托创作。相比毗邻的National Gallery，这里更为静谧、亲切。

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026

这项免费年度展览旨在展现当代肖像画艺术的杰出成就,展出作品均从今年的公开征件评选中选出。

Now showing25 Jun – 7 Oct· Free

Tim Walker's Fairyland：爱与传说 (Tim Walker's Fairyland: Love and Legends)

摄影师Tim Walker以一场充满奇幻色彩的探索,致敬英国LGBTQ+群体的先驱人物,呈现酷儿身份、社群与爱的丰富面貌。

Upcoming9 Oct – 7 Feb 2027

Winston Taylor Photo Portrait Prize 2026

本画廊的旗舰摄影奖项——现由Winston Taylor赞助并更名为Winston Taylor Photo Portrait Prize 2026——再度回归,汇集新锐才俊与知名摄影师创作的当代肖像摄影精品。

Upcoming5 Nov – 17 Jan 2027

Permanent Collections

当代肖像与摄影艺术 (Contemporary Portraits and Photography)

全新委托创作的肖像作品、多元当代声音，以及画廊收藏的21世纪摄影作品，展出于Floor 0。

Permanent collection· Free

乔治王时代与维多利亚时代：1714–1900（Georgians and Victorians: 1714–1900）

作家、科学家、军人与改革者——Reynolds、Gainsborough，以及摄影先驱们，共同捕捉转型中的英国。

Permanent collection· Free

都铎王朝与斯图亚特王朝：1485–1714（Tudors and Stuarts: 1485–1714）

霍尔拜因笔下的亨利八世，身着《无敌舰队肖像》的伊丽莎白一世，以及斯图亚特王朝的历代君主——六个世纪的权力，尽现画布之上。

Permanent collection· Free

二十世纪：1900–2000（Twentieth Century: 1900–2000）

从女性选举权运动者到摇摆六十年代——沃霍尔时代的摄影、霍克尼的自画像，以及现代英国的面孔。

Permanent collection· Free

Plan Your Visit

Getting there

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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Nearby

National Gallery

ArtFree1 min walk

London Transport Museum

Transport7 min walk

Courtauld Gallery

Art9 min walk

Churchill War Rooms

Military10 min walk

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?
英国历史的面孔——从都铃王朝的君主到当代偶像人物。 Current highlights include 当代肖像与摄影艺术 (Contemporary Portraits and Photography), 乔治王时代与维多利亚时代：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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