Activity Overview:

Step into the world of timeless masterpieces at the National Gallery, located in the heart of London’s Trafalgar Square. Home to one of the greatest collections of Western European paintings in the world, the gallery features works by legendary artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Turner, Vermeer, and Monet. This visit offers a captivating journey through seven centuries of art history, perfect for both art aficionados and curious first-time visitors.

What’s Included:

• Free admission to the permanent collection

• Self-guided visit with themed gallery map

• Highlights itinerary suggestions

• Free time to explore at your own pace

• Access to museum shops and cafés

What’s Not Included:

• Transportation to/from the gallery

• Entrance to special exhibitions or guided tours (unless pre-arranged)

• Food and drinks

• Audio guide (available at an extra cost)

• Personal expenses

Suggested Half-Day Itinerary (2.5–3.5 hours):

10:00 AM – Arrival & Introduction

• Arrive at the main entrance in Trafalgar Square

• Brief overview of the gallery’s layout and collection periods

• Collect visitor map and optional audio guide

10:15 AM – Explore the Masterpieces

• Start in the Sainsbury Wing (Rooms 51–66):

  • Early Renaissance works: Giotto, Fra Angelico, Botticelli

• Move to the West Wing for High Renaissance & Baroque:

  • Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, Velázquez, Rubens

• Continue to the East Wing for 18th–19th Century works:

  • Turner, Constable, Gainsborough, Canaletto

11:45 AM – Impressionism & Post-Impressionism Highlights

• Head to the Impressionist galleries (Rooms 41–45):

  • Works by Monet, Degas, Van Gogh (including Sunflowers), Cézanne, and Seurat

12:30 PM – Free Time & Gift Shop

• Optional: revisit favorite rooms or explore lesser-known works

• Browse the gift shop for art books, prints, and souvenirs

1:00 PM – Refreshment Break (Optional)

• Enjoy a coffee or light lunch at the National Café or Espresso Bar within the gallery

Additional Notes:

• Entry is free; special exhibitions may require a paid ticket

• The gallery is fully wheelchair accessible

• Photography is allowed in most areas (no flash)

• Easily accessible via public transport (Charing Cross, Leicester Square)

• Ideal for all ages, with family activity trails and quiet spaces available