Save places from Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more
National Portrait Gallery
Museum Gallery
4.6 (9547 reviews)
Paintings and photographs of aristocratic and famous figures throughout British history.
St. Martin's Pl, London WC2H 0HE, UK
+44 20 7306 0055
Did You Know?
First National Portrait Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery, established in 1856, is considered the first national public gallery dedicated solely to portraits in the world.
Focus on British Figures
The gallery's collection primarily features portraits of historically significant and famous British individuals, showcasing the nation's rich history and culture.
Location
The National Portrait Gallery is situated in St Martin's Place, just off Trafalgar Square, in close proximity to the National Gallery.
Beyond London
The gallery has regional outposts at Beningbrough Hall in Yorkshire and Montacute House in Somerset, expanding its reach and showcasing portraits in different parts of the UK.
Featured in
London's Best Free Parks, Museums, And Rooftops
St James's Park, The National Gallery, Natural History Museum
Free London Museums For History, Art, And Science
The National Gallery, Natural History Museum, The British Museum
Fifty-One London Attractions To Explore
Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Eye
London's Best Free Museums For Every Interest
The National Gallery, Natural History Museum, The British Museum
Eleven Free London Attractions For Budget Travelers
Tower Bridge, Natural History Museum, Hyde Park
31 Places in England
Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben
15 Museums in England
The National Gallery, Natural History Museum, The British Museum
Top Free Attractions and Activities in London
Big Ben, London Eye, St. Paul's Cathedral
6 Places in England
Piccadilly Circus, The British Museum, Great Court Restaurant
Free London Landmarks And Green Spaces
Big Ben, Tower Bridge, Natural History Museum
12 Places in England
Natural History Museum, Borough Market, Strawberry Hill House & Garden