National Portrait Gallery, London: Photos, Reviews & Location

Paintings and photographs of aristocratic and famous figures throughout British history.

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#104 of 390 Tourist attractions in London #28 of 84 Museums in London

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.60

0.5 km from the center of London

Rating breakdown

5 ★73%
4 ★21%
3 ★5%
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St. Martin's Pl, London WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom

npg.org.uk

+44 20 7306 0055

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Quick facts

What is the rating of National Portrait Gallery?: National Portrait Gallery is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 9,519 reviews.
How does National Portrait Gallery rank in London?: National Portrait Gallery is #104 of 390 Tourist attractions in London by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is National Portrait Gallery located?: St. Martin's Pl, London WC2H 0HE, United Kingdom — 0.5 km from the center of London.
How can I contact National Portrait Gallery?: Phone: +44 20 7306 0055 · Website: npg.org.uk

Reviews (8)

Mike Harmer 2023 Nov 04

Had the pleasure of visiting the National portrait museum, love being emersed in art. A great gallery and museum to visit whilst in London I would highly recommend it.

Stefano 2023 Oct 31

Right next to the National gallery, this museum if fully dedicated to portrait painting up to the modern times. Beautiful space, worth the visit!

Andy Reynolds 2023 Oct 28

A popular gallery with an incredible range of portraits. Many formal portraits of kings, queens and nobility sit alongside photos, paintings and sketches of modern day leaders, sports stars , politicians and celebrities. I particularly enjoyed a collection of portraits of the Windrush generation.

Amr Hanafi 2023 Oct 09

The National Portrait Gallery in London is an absolute must-visit for anyone exploring this vibrant city. From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by an incredible collection of portraits that offer a captivating journey through British history and culture.

The gallery's diverse range of portraits, spanning centuries, showcases the faces of renowned figures, from kings and queens to artists, writers, and musicians. It's a window into the soul of Britain's past and present, a visual narrative that brings history to life.

What truly sets the National Portrait Gallery apart is its ability to connect visitors with the people who have shaped the nation. It's not just about admiring masterful artwork, but also about feeling a personal connection to the subjects. Each portrait tells a story, and you can't help but be inspired by the resilience, creativity, and achievements of these individuals.

Chris P. 2023 Sep 27

Beautiful collection of painted portraits of the Royal Family (starting when it became fashionable) along with statesmen and famous people. Well laid out. The had modern day photo portraits of British pop musicians but it seemed like an after thought. The photos were poorly arranged, most without any description of who it was , and nonsensical list of musicians. It is still very much worth it to see the painted portraits and learn the story of each one. Especially insightful if previously toured Windsor and The Tower of London.

Maryna Linda 2023 Sep 10

Too big to be explored for one day. For the first time visitors I would recommend splitting visit at least for two times. Tudors deserves a long time for reading notes and interesting facts next to each portrait. The modern wing requires more knowledge from visitors on who is the person on portrait. But Google always can help 😉

Richard Kirkwood 2023 Aug 27

This is a great place to wander round. Mostly free, it is situated just round the corner from the National Gallery near Trafalgar Square.

We have been a few times, most recently to see the Paul McCartney photo exhibition. Exhibitions are ticketed and not cheap (£22 when we went), but it does feel worth the money.

Venetia Cattroll 2023 Aug 10

Great gallery, it has been rerbuished and now has a large entrance at the back of the building. It is has a really large shop and great restaurant, with a brilliant atmosphere.
It is easy to find your way round the exhibitions, and there is always a member of staff to ask and point you in the right direction.
Lot's of exhibitions, I went to Paul McCartney exhibition with the 1000 photos that he has found it's brilliant well set out, so many of them.
The other portraits around the gallery are well worth a visit.
The King Charles and Princess Catherine and Prince William are so life-like.
It's well worth a visit the gallery is free, but the temporal exhibitions are to be paid for.