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| The National Gallery dominates London's Trafalgar Square with its neo-classical columns and portico designed by William Wilkins adjoining the square on its east side where it has been pedestrianised. Some of the finest examples of European art, ranging from 1260 to 1900, are included among the 2,300 paintings filling its halls and rooms. Holbein's 'The Ambassadors', 'The Hay Wain' by Constable, and Jan Van Eyck's 'Arnolfini Marriage' are just some of the major attractions. Works on display also include those of Botticelli, Monet, Constable, Van Gogh and Rembrandt. This really is the place to come for top quality artwork spanning a wide spectrum of styles and periods. From the Early Renaissance to the Post-Impressionists, every significant stage in the development of painting is represented in its collection, often by masterpieces. Originally established by Parliament in 1824, the collection belongs to the British public and every effort is made to ensure the art accessible: free entry, free events, free talks and free tours support this ethos. Regular weekend activities include guided tours at 11:30, 14:30 weekdays, there are extra tours at 12:30 and 15:30 on Saturdays plus lunchtime talks at 13:00. |
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| National Portrait Gallery |
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St Martin's Place,
Westminster,
London,
WC2H
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1 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| Proud Galleries - Central |
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John Adam Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2N
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3 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| St Martin-in-the-Fields |
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Trafalgar Square,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2N
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1 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| This historic church of St Martin-in-the-Fields overlooking Trafalgar Square was designed by James Gibbs and built in 1726. It houses a glorious eaterie ...More...
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| London Sights and Attractions |
| Nelson's Column |
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Trafalgar Square,
Westminster,
London,
SW1Y
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2 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Event |
| National Gallery Guided Tour |
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Trafalgar Square, ,
London,
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0 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| Every Friday, from 7-8pm, meet at the Sainsbury Wing Information Desk for a sixty-minute taster tour of the National Gallery. Within the collection are paintings ...More...
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| London Event |
| The Sacred Made Real - Spanish Painting and Sculpture 1600-1700 |
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Trafalgar Square, ,
London,
WC2N
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0 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| In 'The Sacred Made Real', the National Gallery explores the role of the hyper-realist sculptures in Spanish art during the 17th century. Through important works ...More...
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| London Event |
| Ed and Nancy Kienholz: Hoerengracht |
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Trafalgar Square, ,
Westminster,
London,
WC2N
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0 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Hotels |
| Radisson Edwardian Hampshire Hotel |
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31-36
Leicester Square,
London,
WC2H7LH
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2 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| Overlooking Leicester Square - the setting for London’s regular film premieres - the Radisson Edwardian Hampshire has glamorous, exclusive décor to match its high-profile setting: ...More...
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| London Hotels |
| The Royal Trafalgar |
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Whitcomb Street,
Trafalgar Square,
WC2H7HG
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2 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| National Gallery Guided Tour |
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National Gallery,
Trafalgar Square,
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0 minutes distance from National Gallery
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National Gallery,
Trafalgar Square,
WC2N
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0 minutes distance from National Gallery
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Shopping Near National Gallery |
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| London Shopping |
| Davenports Magic Shop |
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Charing Cross Underground Shopping Arcade,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2N
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2 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| From budding Harry Potters and bumbling Tommy Coopers to dynamic David Copperfields, Davenports is a haven for magicians of every level and ability. Non-magicians too ...More...
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| London Shopping |
| Stanford's |
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12-14
Long Acre,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E
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5 minutes distance from National Gallery
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Restaurants Near National Gallery |
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| London Restaurants |
| National Dining Rooms |
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National Gallery,
Trafalgar Square,
Westminster,
London,
WC2N
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0 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Restaurants |
| Katana |
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116
St Martins Lane,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2N
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1 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Education |
| Courtauld Institute of Art |
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Somerset House,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2R
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11 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Education |
| King's College Medical School |
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Strand,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2R
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11 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Leisure |
| The Sanctuary |
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12
Floral Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E
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6 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Leisure |
| Phoenix Garden |
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21
Stacey Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2H
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9 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Pubs |
| The Sherlock Holmes |
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Northumberland Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2N
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3 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| Lamb & Flag |
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33
Rose Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E
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5 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Nightlife |
| Madame Jojo's |
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8-10
Brewer Street,
Soho,
London,
W1F
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8 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Nightlife |
| Mahiki |
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1
Dover Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1S
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14 minutes distance from National Gallery
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| London Business |
| National Portrait Gallery |
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| London Business |
| Cafe in the Crypt |
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St Martin-in-the-Fields Church,
Trafalgar Square,
Covent Garden,
London,
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