National Portrait Gallery London

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Founded in 1856, the National Portrait Gallery tells the story of Britain through portraits, using art to bring history to life and explore living today. From global icons, to unsung heroes, our Collection is …
Founded in 1856, the National Portrait Gallery tells the story of Britain through portraits, using art to bring history to life and explore living today. From global icons, to unsung heroes, our Collection is filled with the stories that have shaped, and continue to shape a nation. We celebrate the power of portraiture and offer encounters with some of the world’s greatest and most exciting new artists, promoting engagement with portraiture in all media to a wide- ranging public by conserving, growing and sharing the world’s largest collection of portraits.

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Apr 20, 2024
It has some absolutely amazing paints for sure but it does get a bit boring at times with how many paintings it has that aren’t bad but also don’t blow you away either. I wouldn’t say I found any pai… Full review by RobertoSolo
Apr 11, 2024
My family and I decided to visit here as one of my family members really wanted to see the Tudor England exhibition as when we passed Charing Cross station on the tube it was advertised and it looke… Full review by BlackCatReviewsx
Apr 9, 2024
This may be hard for the kids, unless followed by pizza. It’s well organized so you can see sections in your budgeted time. It’s free, so you can return over and over. Full review by BoulderNut

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Established:1856

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I see from the website that I qualify for a special reduced admission price for the Pre-Raphaelite exhibit. Do I need …
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I see from the website that I qualify for a special reduced admission price for the Pre-Raphaelite exhibit. Do I need to purchase it in advance or can I purchase it once I arrive? I am so excited! Thanks!
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I'm not sure what your discount relates to, but I'm pretty sure you can claim it at the ticket desk at the entrance, but it's worth checking direct with the gallery first. Enjoy - it's a …
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I'm not sure what your discount relates to, but I'm pretty sure you can claim it at the ticket desk at the entrance, but it's worth checking direct with the gallery first. Enjoy - it's a fascinating exhibition.
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Is it free entry??
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It is free, so it is easy to walk in and out.
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I will be visiting London this fall (2017) and am a big Beatles fan. Can you tell me where the portrait of Paul McCartney is …
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I will be visiting London this fall (2017) and am a big Beatles fan. Can you tell me where the portrait of Paul McCartney is located in the gallery and also if you have any other items related to the Beatles? Thanks
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Hi There are many ortaits of sir paul there. Be sure to lok in store for postcards and photos and posters from2015 Photography Exhibition. On Beatles. Think you can …
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Hi There are many ortaits of sir paul there. Be sure to lok in store for postcards and photos and posters from2015 Photography Exhibition. On Beatles. Think you can purchase. I advise ask at front desk as there are rooms that are closed for installation s And they will know how to vetter direct you. You WILL see many paintings. They have the Humprrehy OCean one From WINGS. Have fun. Hope this helps you.
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pprice of Hodgkin exhibition
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price is £12 per person with gift aid, £10 without. hope you enjoy it.
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Can you tell me if it's a separate ticket purchase for the National Portrait Gallery, or can I see it when I am at the National …
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Can you tell me if it's a separate ticket purchase for the National Portrait Gallery, or can I see it when I am at the National Gallery? Are the 2 museums connected?
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yeah separate both free but will have to pay for featured exhibitions
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Where is the National Portrait Gallery?
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