1. Saatchi Gallery
9.2
Duke of York Sq (King's Rd), London, Greater London
Art Gallery · Chelsea · 191 tips and reviews
Brittany Atkinson: Wonderful contemporary art gallery with many rooms. My friend isn't even into art and enjoyed this gallery a lot. One of my favorites in London.
Siro Descrovi: I love this gallery, maybe one of the best in London if u are into modern art. I recommend the room 15, called Oil Room as well!
Cathy Afonso: Love this gallery! Free admission to top it off!
2. Trafalgar Square
9.2
Trafalgar Sq, London, Greater London
Plaza · Piccadilly · 552 tips and reviews
Louis Vuitton: A wonderful place for people watching on a sunny day or as a romantic meeting place at dusk, but look out for the pigeons. A visit to the National Gallery is also highly recommended.
Maretha Fiscella: A wonderful place for people watching on a sunny day or as a romantic meeting place at dusk, but look out for the pigeons. A visit to the National Gallery is also highly recommended :D
Dimas: A great place to sit on the steps that lead to the National Gallery and relax. Great views and a beautiful gathering plaza in the center of London.
Andy P: A superb gallery - with a lovely, often quiet cafe and a great book shop.
Darryl Ellson: Wonderful gallery. Far better than the national. Art with a history lesson. Opens until 9pm on Thursdays.
Jose Lopez: One of the most important galleries in London, it's a must if you are already at trafalgar, it's right behind the national gallery. Tons of paintings and sculptures from different eras.
4. National Gallery
9.4
Trafalgar Sq, London, Greater London
Art Museum · Piccadilly · 514 tips and reviews
Simon Jary: Check out the Netherlandish galleries in the Sainsbury Wing - best in the world!
Purple Frog: You can enjoy live music in the Gallery every Friday evening, courtesy of the Royal College of Music, as you admire the art. Read more.
Hareesh Nuthi: True gem. One of the finest galleries in Europe. Make sure to take one of the free tours offered and Match your time of visit to this one. Gallery visit is free and tour is also free
Henry S: Great small gallery of mostly impressionist paintings.
Kelsey Hayes: UK students get in free with ID. Excellent gallery for its size, with sweet temporary exhibits (i.e. Cezanne's "Cardplayers").
Chris Moorcroft: Great little gallery, one of London's best. Size makes it not too daunting. Main Impressionist room is outstanding.
7. Whitechapel Gallery
8.3
77-82 Whitechapel High St (Commercial Rd), London, Greater London
Art Gallery · Spitalfields and Banglatown · 55 tips and reviews
Martin Tiedemann: 30 September: Founded in 1901, to bring art to East London, the Gallery was designed by architect Charles Harrison Townsend and, despite its expansion in recent years, remains in its original home.
Ana Grigorovici: Get the caramelised onion tart at the gallery cafe. Best in town.
Hotel Indigo: One of Britain’s most forward-thinking galleries with excellent reputation for showcasing contemporary art. If you’re lucky, your visit may coincide with a live performance, talk or artist interview. Read more.
8. Sketch
8.9
9 Conduit St, London, Greater London
Modern European Restaurant · Mayfair · 579 tips and reviews
Becky Jagger: Check out the toilets!! quirky and fun atmosphere restaurant in the gallery, with fantastic choice of food
Merit: Love their decor in the gallery - very pink and super cute! + Great cocktails...and of course make sure you check out their toilets!
Richard Foo: Excellent high tea selection served in a charming room at the Gallery, with an extensive list of teas to choose from. Scones were crisped on the outside soft on the inside, cakes & sandwiches spot on.
9. Tate Britain
9.2
Millbank, London, Greater London
Art Museum · Millbank · 225 tips and reviews
Morgans Hotel Group Manager: Since 1897, Tate Britain has been the national gallery of British art from 1500 to the present day, with works by, like, everyone: Turner, Blake, Constable Read more.
Morgans Hotel Group: Since 1897, Tate Britain has been the national gallery of British art from 1500 to the present day, with works by, like, everyone: Turner, Blake, Constable Read more.
Justin: Beautiful gallery, great collection, nice variety of exhibitions
Laurie Robinson: Check out the new Medieval and Renaissance galleries, they're amazing!
paul cardwell: The Medieval Galleries are a wonder. Go downstairs and be careful not to walk straight past the tiny red figure of a slave just inside the door. You'll know why when you se it.
Kris Covo: Check out the new Ceramics galleries on the top floor. Innovative, and a bit of space from the crowds.Their temporary exhibitions are very well curated and worth seeing.
14. Hayward Gallery
8.9
Belvedere Rd, London, Greater London
Art Gallery · South Bank · 54 tips and reviews
HISTORY UK: Today one of London’s most important contemporary art galleries, the Hayward is named after Sir Isaac Hayward, Labour leader of the London County Council from 1947 until its abolition in 1965.
Otel.com: This art gallery located at Belvedere Road features lots of great exhibits by of contemporary art (about 4 per year), big and small. The Hayward Gallery Project Space is free of charge.
Mark Vord: Still the best gallery in London for contemporary art. Though it lacks a permanent exhibition (you can get that from the Tate Modern) it always deliveries on great exhibitions from modern artists.
15. Somerset House
9.4
Strand, London, Greater London
Event Space · City of Westminster · 159 tips and reviews
Morgans Hotel Group: Once a royal residence, the neoclassical courtyard of Somerset House is now home to three contemporary and classical art galleries, as well as the gilded State barge. Read more.
Puppala Dupi: Great gallery, exhibitions and outdoor events. Nice cafe too
Ekaterina Skorobogatova: great sightseeing and the terrace overlooking the Thames, near Strand so very central and have good great exhibitions in Courtauld Gallery