The National Gallery in London is an art museum housing a rich collection of over 2,300 paintings dating from the mid-13th century to the 1900s. It features masterpieces by artists such as Van Gogh, Da Vinci, Rembrandt, and Turner. Admission is free.
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oogle – 4.8/5(50K+ Reviews), Top-20 – #9 of the 20 best things to do in London, Awards – #2 of best museums in London, Location – Trafalgar Square • 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from city center, Duration: 2-3 hours, Admission – free, Category – Museums, Art Museums.
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