Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.

Do you have ramps and lifts where needed?

Yes, ramps and lifts are available.

Can wheelchairs be rented? If so, what is the cost?

Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental.

Is the Gallery accessible to those with hearing or sight difficulties?

The National Gallery offers British Sign Language-interpreted talks on paintings for visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing and art sessions for visitors who are blind and partially sighted

Is The National Gallery baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

No, not all areas are pushchair friendly.

No, The National Gallery have stated they are not dog friendly. Assistance/Guide Dogs only.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options. Stop by the beautiful restaurant Ochre for a range of delicious food, from weekend brunch to afternoon tea and dinner! Muriel's Kitchen offers seasonal salads, quiches and hot main meals, plus cakes and patisseries! It also has an Espresso bar that serves artisan coffee and pre-packaged sandwiches, seasonal salads, and baked goods!

Can visitors bring their own food?

No, guest are not allowed to bring their own food

Is there a place to warm up food?

No, there is no place to warm up food.

Are there high chairs available for kids?

Yes, high chairs are available for kids.

What is the most famous picture in the National Gallery?

The Arnolfini Portrait by Jan van Eyck is the most popular painting page, with the highest number of views.

What is the oldest picture in the National Gallery?

The oldest painting in The National Gallery is Margarito d'Arezzo, The Virgin and Child Enthroned, with Narrative Scenes. It was made around 1263/1264.

Yes, there is parking. There are public car parks available nearby in Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square.

How far is the parking from the attraction?

Parking is less than 5 minutes walking distance

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities. Please contact The National Gallery for more information on the Blue Badge holder parking spaces on Orange Street.

What are the closest public transport stops or stations to the attraction?

The closest train station is Charing Cross. The closest tube stations are Embankment, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Sqaure.

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

Yes, The National Gallery had stated that you will need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public.

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

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About The National Gallery

Did you know you can take a family walk or a tour around The National Gallery?

The National Gallery welcomes children and offers Family Walk and Talk Guided Tours, 3 audio tours, and 3 more printed children's trails to really help keep kids entertained! Holidays get pretty special with crafty workshops and playful activities, so there's always loads to do at The National Gallery!

Things To Do

The National Gallery houses one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. With over 2,300 works of art, there's something for everyone. Whether your kids are interested in vibrant colours, historical scenes, or imaginative landscapes, they'll find plenty to capture their attention.

Of course, the collections are thorough and stunning offer a relaxing few hours of artistic contemplation and are a terrific resource for supporting academic studies and school work. As you wander through the gallery, you'll encounter masterpieces from famous artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, and Claude Monet. These paintings aren't just beautiful to look at; they tell fascinating stories from different times and places.

We definitely recommend the audio guide! You'll get to hear all about hidden stories, listen to expert speakers and learn all about the collection of famous paintings.

What else can I do?

You can take a family walk! These scheduled walks take you through selected gallery parts, focusing on themes that appeal to children. Led by knowledgeable guides, the walks are interactive and designed to capture the imagination of young visitors. They often use storytelling elements and hands-on activities to make the experience even more fun and engaging!

The Gallery also provides a range of informative and fun tours! The National Gallery Guided Tour provides a deeper insight into the artworks and their stories, with a guide who can answer questions and interact with the group.

You can even step into a hidden world of art and magic with the Keeper of Paintings immersive AR app experience!

Gift Shop

Make sure to stop by the gift shop for various art merch, including art books, gifts, souvenirs, and custom print products!

Events

The National Gallery hosts a range of events each month, including talks, creative sessions, music, performances and more!

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your entry tickets now and explore the world through paintings!

Why We Recommend The National Gallery

- The National Gallery is home to some of the world's famous paintings, including artwork by Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, and more!

- You can take a self-guided tour of highlight paintings and learn all about history's most iconic art!

- The immersive AR app experience makes paintings enjoyable to experience together!

- They offer a range of different family walks around the gallery and tours (including audio tours), so there's something for everyone!

- The stunning restaurant - Ochre offers a range of delicious food for you to try! It's well worth the visit!

There's an immerisive AR app!

The Keeper of Paintings immersive AR app allows you to delve into a hidden world of art and magic, through Roblox! This offers a unique way to interact with and appreciate the artworks on display.

You can see some world famous paintings!

Housing over 2,300 works of art, The National Gallery boasts one of the world's greatest collections of paintings. You can explore masterpieces by renowned artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, and Claude Monet!

There's plenty of family-friendly activities!

The National Gallery offers various activities tailored for families, such as Family Walk and Talk Guided Tours, audio tours, and children's trails.

Facilities

Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Wheelchair Hire

Opening Times

Regular Times

Monday, 10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday, 10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday, 10:00 - 18:00
Thursday, 10:00 - 18:00
Friday, 10:00 - 21:00
Saturday, 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday, 10:00 - 18:00

Closed 24th - 26th December and 1st January

FAQs

: Yes, all areas are wheelchair accessible.
: Yes, ramps and lifts are available.
: Yes, wheelchairs can be rented. The cost is £1 per rental.
: The National Gallery offers British Sign Language-interpreted talks on paintings for visitors who are deaf or hard of hearing and art sessions for visitors who are blind and partially sighted
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
: Yes, prams are allowed.
: No, not all areas are pushchair friendly.
: No, The National Gallery have stated they are not dog friendly.
Assistance/Guide Dogs only.
: Yes there is dining and snack options.
Stop by the beautiful restaurant Ochre for a range of delicious food, from weekend brunch to afternoon tea and dinner!
Muriel's Kitchen offers seasonal salads, quiches and hot main meals, plus cakes and patisseries! It also has an Espresso bar that serves artisan coffee and pre-packaged sandwiches, seasonal salads, and baked goods!
: No, guest are not allowed to bring their own food
: No, there is no place to warm up food.
: Yes, high chairs are available for kids.
: The Arnolfini Portrait by Jan van Eyck is the most popular painting page, with the highest number of views.
: The oldest painting in The National Gallery is Margarito d'Arezzo, The Virgin and Child Enthroned, with Narrative Scenes. It was made around 1263/1264.
: Yes, there is parking.
There are public car parks available nearby in Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square.
: No, there is no parking fees.
: Parking is less than 5 minutes walking distance
: No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.
: Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.
Please contact The National Gallery for more information on the Blue Badge holder parking spaces on Orange Street.
: The closest train station is Charing Cross. The closest tube stations are Embankment, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Sqaure.
: Yes, The National Gallery had stated that you will need to pre-book.
: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities available
: Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Contact Details

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The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square
London
Greater London
WC2N 5DN
England

Tel: 02077472885