Founded in 1856, the National Portrait Gallery is home to a large collection of portraits of famous people, dating from the Tudor period. Paintings include Henry VIII, Edward VI, William Shakespeare and Oliver Cromwell. Admission is free.
Nearest public transport
Leicester Square - Underground
Opening hours
Monday 10:00 18:00
Tuesday 10:00 18:00
Wednesday 10:00 18:00
Thursday 10:00 21:00
Friday 10:00 21:00
Saturday 10:00 18:00
Sunday 10:00 18:00