Top London Art Galleries

If you’ve ever wanted to step inside a painting, here’s your chance. And it won’t just be one painting or one painter—you’ll experience the sensation of being surrounded by 42 masterpieces by 29 different artists, from Cézanne to Monet, Dali, and more. Traveling through multiple artistic movements and genres, deep soundscapes add to the experience, equal parts trippy, transcendent, and beautiful.

Enjoy the Tower of London and make the most of your entry ticket through this dark and infamous complex. View the remarkable Crown Jewels and visit the White Tower, Traitors’ Gate and Tower Green, where Anne Boleyn met her grisly end. Follow a Beefeater guard on a guided walk to learn insider stories about this remarkable, UNESCO-listed landmark.

As well as great restaurants, bars, and boutiques—Shoreditch is well-known for its diverse street art scene, and this tour is your shortcut to finding hidden murals, stencils, and artwork that you might not uncover alone. Join a guide on a specialty street art-themed tour that starts at Old Spitalfields Market and visits Brick Lane and Shoreditch. Along the way, hear stories about local artists and learn how to interpret different pieces.

Open for only a handful of weeks every summer, the Buckingham Palace State Rooms are one of London’s most in-demand attractions. Secure your admission in advance, and get ready to go behind the scenes. Discover parts of the palace used by the King for state business, learn more from your audio guide, and admire masterpieces from the Royal Collection Trust. You can also upgrade to visit the Royal Mews: Buckingham Palace’s elegant stables.

Visit one of the greatest collections of Western European paintings in the world and surround yourself with some of the world’s greatest paintings by artists such as Leonardo, Monet and Van Gogh. On this official tour, you will be led by an expert and gallery approved, accredited Blue Badge Guide Tours take place in a grade I listed heritage building in the heart of London.

Often called 'London's Sistine Chapel,' the Painted Hall in the Old Royal Naval College—part of the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site—is a must-see London highlight for history buffs and art lovers. With this seamless option, choose from several daily tour times, book tickets before you travel, and enjoy skip-the-line access upon arrival. Once inside, marvel at the Christopher Wren-designed complex, and explore at your own pace.

Enjoy one of the most epic musicals on stage with a ticket to the ‘The Lion King’ at London’s Lyceum Theatre. An adaptation of Disney’s hit 1994 film, the show tells the story of young lion Simba as he fights to reclaim his place as King of the Pridelands. Set against the plains of Africa, and exploding with color, effects, and songs by Tim Rice and Elton John, the show thrills adults and children alike.

Immerse yourself in London’s royal legacy, and venture into one of the city’s most esteemed art museums, when you book advance tickets to the King’s Gallery. Located just adjacent to Buckingham Palace, the King’s Gallery showcases a rotating selection of masterpieces pulled from the Royal Collection: one of the world’s largest art collections. As the gallery attracts millions of visitors, book your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. Once inside, explore the temporary exhibitions at your leisure. All images credit of Royal Collection Trust / © His Majesty King Charles III 2024

Experience the dark history of one of London’s most iconic landmarks during this London Bridge experience. Travel through the monument’s 2,000-year-old history during a special immersive adventure. Meet characters from London’s bloody past, from Scottish knight William Wallace to the notorious murderer Jack the Ripper. A kid-friendly alternative is available for families with children.

The National Gallery tells the story of European art, masterpiece by masterpiece. From its home in London’s Trafalgar Square, the Gallery collects and cares for some of the world’s greatest paintings and shares them with everyone to see. Founded in 1824, the collection has more than 2,600 paintings. Join us for an intimate, expert-led tour of our world-renowned collection at the National Gallery and explore over 700 years of wall-to-wall masterpieces.

Explore the Tate collections with the guidance of a Tate expert guide on one of their Discovery Tours. Be inspired and informed on this one hour tour of Tate Britain encompassing the most famous works of art, this tour ensures you will explore the 'must see' artists and displays at this historic London Gallery.

Inspire a love of art in your kids with this family-friendly guided tour through London’s famed National Art Gallery. With this private museum experience designed to encourage collaboration between kids and parents, you can explore the collection with your guide, slow down to really appreciate one or two works of art, and participate in family-friendly interactive activities perfect for fostering a youthful curiosity in the arts.