Wallace Collection

The Wallace Collection is a London museum showcasing a world class collection of fine arts dating from the 15th to the 19th century

Home of the Wallace Collection
Home of the Wallace Collection cc licensed photo by Herry Lawford

Located in Manchester Square, the Wallace Collection is a smaller museum by London standards and features an excellent and world famous collection of decorative and fine arts.

The museum was established in 1897, primarily from a private collection acquired by Richard Seymour-Conway. He left his house and the collection to his son Sir Richard Wallace whose widow subsequently bequeathed the house and collection to the nation under the condition that no item was ever to be removed from the collection, not even for exhibitions. The museum and its collection has been open to the public in its present location since 1900.

This fine collection features over 5000 items including many famous paintings and drawings, ceramics, sculpture, miniatures, European and Oriental arms and amour, and gold. Inside the centre of the museum is a pleasant courtyard atrium with the Wallace Restaurant, a French brasserie.

As this collection belongs to the nation, admission to the museum is free including any temporary exhibitions.

The Wallace Collection is located quite close to the Sherlock Holmes Museum so you may want to consider visiting it also while in the area.

For more information about The Wallace Collection including hours of operation visit their official website link below.

Facts For Your Visit

Official Website: Wallace Collection

Fee: No

Closed Now

Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website.

  • 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

Category: Museums Art Galleries Venues & Event Spaces

Address: Hertford House
Manchester Square
London W1U 3BN
United Kingdom

Phone: +44 20 7563 9500

Reviews

Yelp Rating:
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5 Star Rating If you love oil paintings and basically the "gilded era, COME HERE!!! Each room is full of information and beauty. I can't believe I never knew about this... Read More

Diane H. May-25-2019

4 Star Rating Beautiful gallery with a lots of different rooms on display to view. However, I unfortunately had afternoon tea at their restaurant which was a mistake.... Read More

Kaitlyn M. Nov-19-2022

5 Star Rating This beautiful - and free! - museum in Marylebone is worth your time if you love art history! The collection is full of paintings, sculptures, figurines,... Read More

Chloe W. Oct-28-2022

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Directions

Tube Line Nearest Station Walking Time
Central and Jubilee LinesBond Street6 MInutes
Bakerloo, Circle, Jubilee, Hammersmith and City, and Metropolitan LinesBaker Street Station9 MInutes

How to get to Wallace Collection by Tube

From Bond Street Station exit onto Gilbert St. and go right (north) on Gilbert St. which turns into James St. then go left (west) on Hinde St. and then right on Manchester Square.

From Baker Street Station exit onto Marylebone Rd. and walk south) on Chiltern St. then left (east) on Dorset St. then right (south) on Manchester St.

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Learn more about this great gift to the nation in the short video about the Wallace Collection

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