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

Fee: No

Regular Hours:
May differ on holidays

  • 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

Address: Hertford House, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN, UK

Phone: 020 7563 9500

Official Website: Wallace Collection

Reviews

Rated 4.7 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating A hidden gem in the heart of London. I'm surprised why being a Londoner I didn't know about this museum earlier. A must visit place for a classic art collection. Entrance is free and no queues. A cafe and shop is available inside the well- kept mansion but we didn't go there. It's hardly a 10 minute walk from bond street station.
Sahar I. Khan - 2 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating Amazing collection of paintings, porcelain and furniture, mostly from French royalty. Completely free, but make sure to take the tour otherwise they don’t let you into all the rooms. The tour felt a bit too long and tended to overfocus on a single artwork in the room, but the guide was clearly enthusiastic about the subject and had a great deal of knowledge.
Jem Bishop - a week ago

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4 Star Rating It is one of the best art collections in London. The only disappointment is that The Laughing Cavalier is out on loan and not expected back for a year. The good thing previously about Wallace was they weren't able to loan paintings as part of the bequest, but somehow they've gotten around it, and now paintings may or may not be there for your visit. Anyhow, its a lovely collection and we'll worth a visit. There is a cafe, but don't expect much. There is a cloak room downstairs. Access is pretty good. Go to Daunt Books after your visit. There is also a great Oxfam shop on the way.
Nina Beilby - a month ago

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5 Star Rating Small, elegant and eclectic collection of mostly baroque art. The building itself is a well kept mansion with wonderful Christmas decoration - if you’re lucky and visit during the holidays. Don’t miss on the spacious cafe in the roofed court. All in all, one of London’s best addresses.
Nikos Parastatidis - 2 months ago

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5 Star Rating Fantastic museum. Packed with paintings, armour and other antiquities from European history. So many historical objects crammed into two floors. My new favourite museum in London.
Jason - in the last week

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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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