Central London Art Galleries Guide

featuring a permanent collection of contemporary art and a programme of exhibitions of modern works from artists around the world

a treasure chest of art, design and artefacts spanning some 3000 years.

major international art gallery with more than 2,300 European paintings, dating from the 13th to the early 20th century, housing several iconic masterpieces

the gallery holds the most extensive collection of portraits in the world and aims to promote the appreciation and understanding of portraiture in all media

set in Kensington Gardens, this seasonal gallery showcases an innovative programme from contemporary creatives from across the world

beautiful Georgian building, once known as "No 1 London", former home of Duke of Wellington, housing wonderful collections of art, silver and porcelain

boasting exhibitions which are among the finest examples of modern art in Europe, with a regular changing programme of fine art, photography and design and including talks and workshops

founded in 1946, the institute aims to encourage contemporary art in its widest form with ever-changing exhibitions and performances

founded by the sugar magnate, Sir Henry Tate, this fine art gallery boasts paintings and sculpture from the 16th-19th century

180 The Strand is an iconic Brutalist building which aims to foster and connect creatives, entrepreneurs, dynamic thinkers and cultural explorers

world-renowned contemporary art gallery and a landmark of brutalist architecture featuring wide ranging, year round exhibitions

an eclectic collection dating from the fifteenth to the nineteenth century with the emphasis on impressionist and post impressionist art

former conservatory of Buckingham Palace, exhibiting paintings, furniture, photographs and other items from the Royal Collection

a cutting edge art gallery with exhibits to stretch the imagination featuring many modern, well known artists