Wallace Collection
Wallace Collection
4.5
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
A free to visit, national museum in the heart of central London. Originally a private collection, the artwork was bequeathed to the nation by Lady Wallace in 1897. This attraction features one of the world's best collections of French 18th-century pictures, porcelain and furniture, plus a fantastic array of 17th-century paintings.
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Neighbourhood: Marylebone
Marylebone offers what so many London neighbourhoods cannot: a village feel coupled with urban convenience. Much of its success rests in its location. Wedged between the northeastern corner of Hyde Park and the southern end of Regent's Park and with a number of Tube stations within easy reach, Marylebone is as pedestrian friendly as Central London gets. The bustling shopping mecca of Oxford Street separates it from Soho and Mayfair, exclusive Regent Street marks its border with Fitzrovia, and cosmopolitan Edgware Road serves as its western edge. Within this enviably situated quarter are an array of outstanding restaurants (from Michelin darlings to down and dirty cheeseburgers), an impressive assortment of independently owned shops, and some of the city's quietest and most pleasant nooks, crannies and cobbled lanes.
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- Bond St • 5 min walk
- Marble Arch • 7 min walk
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- az2580Chicago, Illinois143 contributionsMuseum is very special but the cafe is the real gem!The museum is fabulous if you like old art and artifacts- incredible private collection over two stories of the home, every room filled! Take a tour if you can make the time- very informative. But the real gem is the cafe/restaurant which is in the interior courtyard and has a glass atrium top. Gorgeous space to sit and have tea or a treat.Visited March 2023Travelled with familyWritten 26 March 2023
- TubbytummyLondon, United Kingdom371 contributionsShould have gone set tourThis free museum is a real hidden gem. I lived in London for so many years and never heard of it. So much fine art in a beautiful building. Even has a café which is reasonable priced. Staff friendly and more than willing to chat. You will spend hours in there and grab a tea from the café. Had to use google to find the place.Visited April 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 April 2023
- Maureen ODublin, Ireland112 contributionsMuch loved dogsVisited the Wallace Collection to view the exhibition of Dog Portraits. What a beautiful display of much loved pets with details of their owners. Wonderful paintings of a wide variety of dogs by a wide variety of artists. Most enjoyable.Visited March 2023Written 4 April 2023
- Brian TLondon, United Kingdom6,782 contributionsAn outstanding collection of Renaissance art!The extraordinary Wallace Collection is one of my favourite art collections in London, and it is worth a visit to see a truly array of art. The Wallace Collection is tucked away behind the Selfridges Department Store in the stately Hertford House overlooking Manchester Square. It houses the private collection of Renaissance art that was amassed by Sir Richard Wallace and the Marquesses of Hertford in the 18th and 19th centuries. On display there is one of the world’s most recognisable paintings, ‘The Laughing Cavalier’, painted in 1624 by Dutch master Frans Hals. But it’s the vast collection of Sèvres porcelain that I love, along with the fabulous paintings of Venetian artist Canaletto; who is not beguiled by Venice? But there is much more to the collection than that. The collection is housed in numerous rooms over three floors in the stately mansion. It’s well-laid out, with clear information to help you appreciate the contents of the collection. Staff are on hand to provide information. As well as stunning paintings from the 14th to the late 19th centuries by artists such as Titian, Velázquez, Rubens and Van Dyck, there’s an incredible collection of 18th-century French paintings and decorative arts. A wider range of decorative arts are actually well represented, with an assortment of medieval and Renaissance objects, maiolica pottery, Limoges enamels, and glassware. There’s some outstanding bronzes, as well as a curious collection of arms and armour. It’s a breathtaking collection and one of London’s little gems! The collection is free to visit, and is open daily from 10:00 to 17:00. There’s a cafe and bathrooms facilities. Being located in the heart of the West End just off Oxford Street, access to the collection is easy. Bond Street is probably the best underground station (follow the signs to the exit to Marylebone). Enjoy your visit.Visited January 2023Travelled soloWritten 5 April 2023
- violet339London, United Kingdom418 contributionsI highly recommend Portraits of Dogs to all dog loversI went for Portraits of Dogs and found it to be a really lovely and feelgood exhibition. I thought it really touching that Hockney turned to his dachshunds when his close friends died and he was struggling. A dog surely is a man's best friend. But my favourite paintings were the ones by Landseer. I loved how he depicted the faithfulness of dogs as loyal companions, but also the funny way in which he highlighted their physical peculiarities - my favourite was A Jack in Office where a Jack Russell looks a lot like a pompous old man smoking a pipe. The Queen and her Corgis is just one room but it sits very nicely alongside the Portraits of Dogs exhibition. The Queen was surely one of the most famous dog lovers. I'm sure her corgis gave her great comfort at the end. I also had a look round the rest of the building afterwards. I personally found the furniture and decorative elements more interesting than the paintings. I thought the staging or setting was beautiful but there was very little explanation. The restaurant in the courtyard looked great. This actually seemed to be the busiest area which suited me as I hate going round a crowded gallery. I might try it another time. But it was a great experience overall.Visited March 2023Travelled soloWritten 8 April 2023
- Dawn 25Lambourn, United Kingdom16 contributionsWhat a wonderful place to visit !Wow was the first thought that entered my head as I walked into the hall of this fine building . Having made the short trip on foot from Marylebone I was looking forward to my first visit and I was not disappointed . Simply stunning rooms and items with great information attached . Great helpful guides as well that made it a more personal visit . Was on a tight schedule so unable to view the entire property so it will be a pleasure to return . This attraction is free but it’s so with a generous Donation by all who visit. Wonderful ! And thank youVisited April 2023Travelled soloWritten 12 April 2023
- Curiosity637680Richmond, United Kingdom8 contributionsStunning exhibition about dogs!Please ignore the rather sour review in The Guardian. The exhibition about dogs, especially the wonderful paintings by Landseer are very much appreciated by the general public. A really sweet and heartfelt exhibition. Preceded by lunch in the excellent restaurant!Visited May 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 5 May 2023
- ValTagLos Altos, California12 contributionsDelightful Visit - Unexpected TreasuresWe travel often to London and have visited the most known sites many times. I was very fortunate recently to discover the Wallace Collection. What a wonderful experience, tucked away in a lovely square but very central to shopping on Duke Street. Admission is free with the exception of special exhibits such as the Dog Portraits which was outstanding. Each room features a fascinating collection of British and French history, breathtaking paintings, porcelain, period furniture and knights armour. My favorite portrait of the young Queen Victoria is displayed. One can delightfully spend a morning or afternoon here, they also serve a lovely tea in the cafe. We look forward to returning.Visited May 2023Written 17 May 2023
- DunelmArtsAberdeen, United Kingdom1,139 contributionsFabulous Art just off Oxford Street!Located in Hertford House, The Wallace Collection's permanent collection is free to visit. And what a collection it is! There are paintings, sculpture, armour, objets d'art, furniture and porcelain including the famous Laughing Cavalier by Hals and Fragonard's The Swing. Other masterpieces include works by Titian, Van Dyke, Reubens, Canaletto and Velasquez. I also visited the temporary admission based exhibition on dog portraiture - just lovely. Well worth a visit.Visited May 2023Travelled soloWritten 23 May 2023
- Camper632246622433 contributionsFur friends take center stage at the Wallace CollectionWe visited the Wallace Collection specifically for the Portait of a Dog collection. It was wonderfully curated and the price of a ticket included the audio headset. Timed tickets allowed for plenty of room in the space to really enjoy all the pieces. Leave time to visit the rest of the space which has other beautiful art.Visited May 2023Travelled with familyWritten 6 June 2023
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westmeetswest15
Barnstaple, UK1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Couples
Absolutely incredible. I see more and more every time I visit. The historical collection is exquisite, with hundreds of priceless objects and world famous works of art that rival if not better other worldwide landmark museums and galleries (and I’m very very lucky to have been to many of these) I’m blown away by the quality and diversity. If you haven’t been then put it on your bucket list … you won’t be disappointed. If all things art is your thing then wander and wonder in amazement
Written 18 March 2024
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Sarah T
Cheshire, UK264 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Just stunning.
Arrived at 10am opening, stayed til 4 pm. I downloaded the app, and used the free Wi-Fi.
Just a beautiful, amazing place.
Did a free tour in the afternoon, extremely well done and interesting
Cafe was nice too.
Can’t wait to go again
In a nice area for a wander around
Arrived at 10am opening, stayed til 4 pm. I downloaded the app, and used the free Wi-Fi.
Just a beautiful, amazing place.
Did a free tour in the afternoon, extremely well done and interesting
Cafe was nice too.
Can’t wait to go again
In a nice area for a wander around
Written 16 March 2024
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trouville2000
Trouville-sur-Mer, France70 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
Absolutely magnificent. As I was strolling by I came upon this beautiful house. I absolutely reccomand this beautiful house, in a beautiful neighborhood and the collection is wonderful. I will go to visit again during my next trips to London. A very friendly staff
Written 13 March 2024
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Jim S
3 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
A real gem and it stands out as one of the best gallery visits in London. The presentation is exemplary. Just the right amount of information and the pictures are so brilliantly displayed to complement each other within each gallery. Not many galleries in London have such sophisticated curatorship.
Written 28 February 2024
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Andy B
Harlow, UK509 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
The collection is fantastic, and the the Bonnington-Turner exhibition is sublime, the latter runs until May.
The big disappointment was the tiny scones in the cream tea, they were sad little morsels, the smallest by far I've ever been served anywhere. Shrinkflation at work, if the scones get any smaller the caterer, Sodexo, will have to supply magnifying glasses and tweezers along with the rest of the cutlery. Perhaps the idea to make the tea-plate the mini-scones arrived on look like a dinner plate.
The big disappointment was the tiny scones in the cream tea, they were sad little morsels, the smallest by far I've ever been served anywhere. Shrinkflation at work, if the scones get any smaller the caterer, Sodexo, will have to supply magnifying glasses and tweezers along with the rest of the cutlery. Perhaps the idea to make the tea-plate the mini-scones arrived on look like a dinner plate.
Written 20 February 2024
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Hatice Erkan
Istanbul, Türkiye76 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
First time visiting for the collection. And I am very sorry that I missed the previous years when I visited London. Not enough time to see everything in a one day. Lots of things to see. Beautiful collection. Beautiful manor. Don't forget to have a cream tea and the cocktail at the café.
Written 14 February 2024
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london2702
2 contributions
Jan 2024 • Business
We visited the Wallace collection today on a school tour. The team who spent time with us during our visit were absolutely incredible. Miranda and Alice were so kind, knowledgeable and welcoming. The school tours are perfectly organised and a wonderful trip out for a variety of ages. Cannot reccommend it more!
Written 31 January 2024
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Sabs1983
14 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
I absolutely loved this small museum - a real gem that in my experience as an American traveler was not heavily advertised or promoted. Truly a special place, and I wish I have known in advance how wonderful it would be, I would have set aside more time for my visit.
Written 20 January 2024
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Agnes G
London, UK4 contributions
Dec 2023 • Solo
Warm welcome, fast service, nice coffee, highly recommended place to have a break after visiting the Wallace collection.
Written 17 January 2024
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meg
London, UK24 contributions
Jan 2024 • Solo
interesting gallery/museum in a big ish stately looking home, surprisingly large with lots upstairs, free cloakroom is useful, no physical guide book/brochure, only has an online guide which requires an app to access
Written 12 January 2024
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TheRam25
Brescia, Italy45 contributions
is it allowed to take pictures inside?
Yes, but no flash or video
JJandArlo
Auckland, New Zealand10 contributions
Do i have to book
dont-visit-hornimans
London, UK130 contributions
no booking for entrance. see the collection from 3 points of view, the artefacts, the story and the temporary exhibitions
pottsstephen52
Lake Louise, Canada83 contributions
There are several negative comments about afternoon tea. Has anyone had a good experience. Please. We are going there Monday 26 Feb 2018.
Christopher G
Oxted, UK533 contributions
My wife and I had afternoon tea & cake (not a set tea) back in December and found the food etc fine.
Micky_Mayer
Horsham, UK15 contributions
When is it busy?
LarryRuth
New York City, NY156 contributions
It is fairly large and the size of the crowds does not seem to be a problem at any time.
scottishlady714
Blackpool, UK2,935 contributions
is there flat acess is their stairs are there disabled toilets
TheLeopard79
Birmingham, UK990 contributions
yes to all of those. very accessible.
colin186461
Leeds, UK6 contributions
Is it free as they say, can we go any time . Thank you
KillineyBay
Dublin, Ireland308 contributions
Yes, it really is free. You need to check the opening and closing times. Free tours twice a day not to be missed. Both worthwhile because they are never the same!
Jayne W
Jersey, null, Jersey7 contributions
The adresse please
KenMaideheadUK
Maidenhead, UK1,285 contributions
Hertford House, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN
The Wallace Collection, Address
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