General admission

Entry to the Gallery is free – advance booking is recommended to help plan your visit and to receive updates before you arrive

Book your general admission ticket

Booking in advance can save time on arrival but you may be asked to queue at busy times. Walk-up entry is available each day, including when advanced tickets are fully booked.

Please read our revised security measures below.

The Sainsbury Wing is currently closed to complete exciting changes to improve the welcome we provide to millions of visitors each year - find out more.

During this closure many of the paintings have been redisplayed across the Gallery. Please do check the painting pages for their current location.

Step-free access to the Gallery is through the Getty Entrance.

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Members enjoy more

Becoming a member is the best way to enjoy all the Gallery has to offer – including free entry to ‘Van Gogh: Poets and Lovers’, as well as discounts in our shops, cafes and restaurant.

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Revised security measures at the National Gallery

Following recent incidents within the Gallery it is now necessary to introduce increased security measures to ensure the safety of all who visit, National Gallery staff and the nation’s collection of paintings. No liquids can be brought into the National Gallery, with the exception of baby formula, expressed milk and prescription medicines. We urge all visitors to bring minimal items with them including no large bags. All doors into the Gallery have walk-through metal detectors where we inspect bags and rucksacks. We anticipate it will take longer to access the Gallery and we apologise for this inconvenience in advance of your visit.

Make the most of your visit

Piero Hockney: A Longer Look

Until 27 October 2024

A very personal show bringing together two of Hockney's paintings with Piero's 'The Baptism of Christ'. Find out more.

NG Stories: Making a National Gallery

Until 12 January 2025

The history of the National Gallery told through the people who made us what we are today. Find out more.

Discover Constable and The Hay Wain

Until 2 February 2025

Find out what lies behind the making of 'The Hay Wain' and its iconic status in British art. Find out more.

Group booking

Visiting in a group of six or more?

Self-guided groups

Book your visit to the Gallery as a free self-guided group

Group visits

Book an expert led pre-bookable guided tour

Shopping and eating

Shop and refresh during your visit.

Shopping

Complete your Gallery experience with a visit to our shops. You’ll find exclusive gifts and souvenirs in our shop by the Portico Entrance, and our dedicated bookshop at the Getty Exit. Or shop online and have delivered to your door, or click and collect when you visit.

Ochre

Ochre is our contemporary all day dining bar and restaurant. It has a seasonal and wide-ranging European menu including lunch, art-themed afternoon tea, and dinner. As well as a lively cocktail bar and lounge, and private hire dining room.

Muriel's Kitchen & Espresso Bar

Muriel's Kitchen is our self-serve café, with a delicious selection of hot and cold meals, cakes and patisseries. For a quick stop, our Espresso Bar by Muriel’s serves hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, salads and bakes.