The National Gallery Reviews

The collection of impressionist paintings left an impression on me. I could keep making bad jokes, but just go. It's worth the trip.

Well worth a visit if you've never seen a Turner or a Van Gogh and it's free to get in .

Looks good from outside, didn't go in but sure it's fine.

Saw the Monet and Architecture exhibition which finishes in two weeks. It's the largest collection of Monets in one exhibition. Really pleased I got to see it

To be able to stand and examine works of art from over 4-500 years ago is amazing. Wish I had more time to wonder the rooms and see more

Free entrance. It's really nice and there are a lot different types of painters

Excellent Art Gallery. Stunning art displays and exhibitions.

Smashingly amazing free museum packed with first class invaluable art. Outstanding lighting which improves one's perception of the works even more. Could spend days there and open late on Thursday and Friday which means less crowds and children usually.

Fantastic gallery with some incredible pieces/great historical information.

Great historical building with beautiful artwork and friendly staff. As expected, food and drinks are expensive so I recommend bringing a packed lunch.

Wonderful collection, worth a visit whenever you're in the area with an hour to spare. General entry is free - what a shining example to our European cousins!
The Monet exhibition (May 2018) is stunning. You do have to pay a few pounds for this - worth every penny.

We really like going to the museum and seeing all the artwork. I'm not sure if there is a time when it isn't crowded. They had several nice gift shops scattered throughout with the normal museum type of items. Lots of Christmas items when we were there. Free toilet rooms.

Yes. Deffinetely coming back. I's huge and interesting.

Great selection of paintings but it's not easy to find what you are looking for if you are aiming for a specific artist.
You will need a full day to browse all the paintings.

Great gallery, Gaugin exhibition not very impressive - high price to pay for a small exhibition

Really love this place when I saw the painting of Indonesian artist won the prize.

Saw a masterpiece of DaVinci, plus Renoir, Monet, Van Gogh + many others. And it was free.

Great museum and friendly staff!

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What a collection of European art. A fine example of British heritage. #brexit

What a lovely gallery, great for a day out with friends.

One of the best galleries in the world and it's free. Make sure you check out the Turners

Great work by lighting and interior designers to support the masterpieces exhibited

Nice place with very beautiful paintings. Very old paintings. It will be good if guide tour is available in website rather with particular device

Very nice place with many famous paintings. A must-see when you're visiting London

Great for tourist and locals if you want to avoid the crowds go an hour before closing or early morning

Terrific building , wonderful cafe. The Gainsborough exhibition is fascinating.

Amazing place, so much various art, everyone will find something for themselves

Wonderful collection of art's pieces but you must spend at least two days with a good guide to appreciate them all

Wonderful paintings. Some, not so wonderful... that's a matter of taste.
Too stuffy and quiet.
Art is a medium that begs to be chatted about.
There's definitely a library type vibe.

One of the world s greatest collections of European paintings, from medieval Italian painting, through post impressionism. Free admission to the permanent collection, but charged admission to special exhibitions. Worth multiple visits.

An amazing experience. Surrounded by so much beauty

Beautiful building with an extensive selection of amazing artwork. Big enough to not feel too crowded, even at peak times.

Always a treat. The only downer was that Sunflowers is currently touring

Excellent place for all alike. Beautiful art and chilled relaxing atmosphere

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Such a large collection of European art from 1200s to early 1900s, it can be overwhelming - masterpieces of each major tradition. And as with other London museums, free admission. You are allowed to be up close and yet they arrange the large pieces so you can view from the proper distances (sometimes as far as 15 meters). The had a small painting class in session for impressionist that was interesting to observe.

With its rich collection of masterpieces it's always a must-see. It deserves many hours but it's free (except for temporary exhibitions), so you can visit multiple times without getting tired. But please donate some money because the gallery needs constant maintenance and improvements of the displays would also be welcome.

I went with our 6 year old little boy today and we both had a lovely time, in particular all of the staff we came across were incredibly friendly and accommodating. On arrival the smiley lady doing the bag check told us about art workshops for children and duly directed us to the main info desk and within 15 minutes we eagerly began an activity centred around designing and decorating a white fabric glove a small a way to celebrate the signature symbol brandished so wonderfully by Michael Jackson, linking relevantly to the exhibition within the gallery. Our son loved the 90 minute session which began by researching the beautiful Tudor gallery on floor 2 and discussing the symbolism within many of the works. All in all a really fascinating visit and we will definitely head back there soon for more. The staff delivering the workshop were wonderful and developed such a rapport with the children and parents.

Not too busy yet contains some very absorbing pieces.

It was free, interesting and great to get so close to famous and expensive paintings.

A national treasure. One of the world's great art powerhouses. The recent Monet exhibition was out of this world.

Helpful staff, excellent pieces of artwork organised chronologically. Had a private tour which was executed brilliantly.

The best museum i ve ever been! I loved each room
Thats incredible places like this museum is free. If you dont visit it i think you have some problems.
5 stars is not enough!!

Great place to see lots of paintings. Ran out of time to see all we went for. We'll be back!

Great museum. One of the most important classic art museums in the world with the Met and the Louvre.

Great exhibition and worth a visit an experience not to be missed.

I was here only for a couple of hours but I'll definetely come back. One of the best collections that I've seen.

I do love the National Gallery, there's something here for all tastes. Its a lot to take in but because it's free entry you can do multiple visits, to explore new things or revisit old favourites. They also do free tours to explain more about the paintings. Its a national treasure.

Great place!!!! Loved the impressionist exhibition!!!

Easy to lose track of time,so much great and interesting pieces of art,nice cafe with fast and efficient service,all staff I spoke to where friendly and helpful.Will visit again when next in the capital.

Nicely laid out with information cards next to portraits. Calm/ quiet place in the centre of busy noisy London

When I'm in London, I always make time to visit this brilliant museum. Especially the Dutch section.

Amazing Da Vinci Exhibition and an excellent space to explore amazing works of art.

Great place - fantastic lectures and talks - often free

Really enjoyed it at the national art gallery . Took lots of pics

The history and pictures are second to none , helpful guide s and seemed knowledgeable about the art, quite warm in there , and there is a locker service so you be comfortable to enjoy each painting.

Philistine that I am, great coffee and cakes in cafe. Truly wonderful place to see stunning portraits etc. Peaceful break from the crowds of London (if you're lucky).

Rude disgusting door person I didn t realise there was a bag check I was shouted at by the bag checker I said what his response you need to learn some manners I don t see a problem with saying what he was considerably irate and was talking whilst eating spitting food out absolutely revolting.
I left and will be cancelling my membership if there going to have bag checks they should be consistent and have them all the time some days they don t have one absolutely ridiculous.

They don't really have all of the paintings listed online, so if you are looking for a specific art work I recommend calling ahead to check.

Wonderful paintings, but I can only take so much of looking at all the paintings of royalty since England began. Interesting how many were found guilty of treason and executed.

The National Gallery is one of the free public museum in London. I think that it's not beautiful, but S-P-E-C-T-A-C-U-L-A-R! It's full of Italian Arts. And you can see the Impressionist's artists painting. I feel in love for this place.
And now, if you're interested, the National Museum hosts an exhibition, dedicated to the periods of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, for only 7 pounds.
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Very enjoyable visit, though a bit busy to get through. Some sections do require payment but the main portion is free to walk through (and contains many wonderful works of art). Recommend visiting same day as a trip to the British Museum, Trafalgar Square, and the National Portrait Gallery.

I'm a regular visitor and friend here. We came for the Courtald Impressionist exhibition which like most exhibitions here was superb some amazing pieces on display. My only gripe is with the people who insist on carrying there bags and backpacks into a crowded room. For goodness sake people use the excellent cloak room facilities.

Loved this place it is a must visit place in London (even you are not art fan) And its free!!! Lots of paintings. You need min 1, normal 2-4 h.