National Portrait Gallery

National Portrait Gallery, London. Open daily from 10.30. Free admission. We look after the worlds greatest collection of portraits.

We are responsible for the greatest collection of portraits in the world. Our portraits span six centuries and reveal the inspiring and sometimes surprising personal stories that have shaped and continue to shape a nation - from global icons to local champions, from national treasures to unsung heroes.

We are also passionate about portraiture and remain committed to developing our art form, supporting artists and encouraging creativity. We celebrate the power of portraiture to create connections between people and our experiences offer opportunities to meet some of the worlds greatest artists and the best in the contemporary art world.