The Courtauld Gallery, London

Name: The Courtauld Gallery
Address: Somerset House Strand, London, WC2R 0RN, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7848 1194

#278 among attractions in London

Museum, Art museum, Art gallery

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Facts and practical information

The Courtauld Gallery is an art museum in Somerset House, on the Strand in central London. It houses the art collection of the Courtauld Institute of Art, a self-governing college of the University of London specialising in the study of the history of art. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1932 (92 years ago)Coordinates: 51°30'42"N, 0°7'4"W

Address

Somerset House StrandCity of Westminster (St. James's)London WC2R 0RN United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7848 1194

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Day trips

The Courtauld Gallery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: London Transport Museum, Somerset House, Victoria Embankment Gardens, Courtauld Institute of Art.

~820 ftW
Vintage London buses, trains and trams
London Transport Museum, London
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, the London Transport Museum offers a captivating journey through the evolution of London's iconic transport system. This museum, a treasure trove for transport enthusiasts and history buffs alike, is housed in a charming Victorian...
~300 ftS
Seasonal events and an art collection
Somerset House, London
2 min walk • Somerset House is a grand neoclassical building nestled on the south side of the Strand in central London, England. This cultural and arts center, with its magnificent courtyard and stately rooms, stands as a testament to the city's rich heritage and vibrant...
~820 ftS
Park, Garden
Victoria Embankment Gardens, London
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, Victoria Embankment Gardens offers a serene respite from the hustle and bustle of the city’s busy streets. This charming public park, situated along the north bank of the River Thames, provides locals and tourists alike with a...
~70 ftNE
Museum
Courtauld Institute of Art, London
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Courtauld Institute of Art is a prestigious college specializing in the study of art history, conservation, and curating. It is renowned for its distinguished faculty and an exceptional collection of artworks housed in the Courtauld...
~610 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Tavistock Street, London
3 min walk • Tavistock Street is a street in the Covent Garden area of London which runs parallel to the Strand between Drury Lane and Southampton Street just south of the market piazza.
~1020 ftNE
Christopher Wren, Church, Baroque architecture
St Clement Danes, London
5 min walk • St Clement Danes is an Anglican church in the City of Westminster, London. It is situated outside the Royal Courts of Justice on the Strand.
~520 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Lyceum Theatre, London
3 min walk • The Lyceum Theatre is a West End theatre located in the City of Westminster, on Wellington Street, just off the Strand in central London. It has a seating capacity of 2,100. The origins of the theatre date to 1765.
~710 ftNE
Church, Baroque architecture, Georgian architecture
St Mary le Strand, London
4 min walk • St Mary le Strand is a Church of England church at the eastern end of the Strand in the City of Westminster, London. It lies within the Deanery of Westminster within the Diocese of London.
~110 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Statue of George III, London
1 min walk • The statue of George III, Somerset House, formally titled George III and the River Thames, is a Grade I listed outdoor bronze sculptural group depicting King George III and Neptune or Father Thames, located in the quadrangle of Somerset House, London, England. The sculptor was John Bacon, and the statue was erected between 1778 and 1789.
~1030 ftW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Jubilee Market, London
5 min walk • Jubilee Market is located in Jubilee Hall in Covent Garden, London. The first market in Covent Garden piazza took place in 1654, and Jubilee Market was built in 1904, covering Tavistock Street, named after the then Duke of Bedford, Marquess of Tavistock.
~930 ftSW
Nightlife
The Coal Hole, London
5 min walk • The Coal Hole is a Grade II listed public house at 91 Strand, London. It is part of the Savoy Court, itself an extension of the Savoy Hotel complex, and was built in 1903–04 by the architect T. E. Collcutt.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The Courtauld Gallery open?

The Courtauld Gallery is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to The Courtauld Gallery?

Nearby attractions include Courtauld Institute of Art, London (1 min walk), Statue of George III, London (1 min walk), Somerset House, London (2 min walk), Novello Theatre, London (2 min walk).

How to get to The Courtauld Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Courtauld Gallery:

Bus

Aldwych • Lines: 11, 15, 26, 341, 76, N11, N15, N199, N21, N26, N550, N551, N89 (2 min walk)
Aldwych / Drury Lane • Lines: 1, 11, 15, 168, 172, 188, 243, 26, 341, 521, 59, 68, 76, 91, N1, N11, N15, N171, N199, N21, N26, N550, N551, N68, N89, N91, X68 (2 min walk)

Metro

Temple • Lines: Circle, District (4 min walk)
Covent Garden • Lines: Piccadilly (8 min walk)

Ferry

Festival Pier • Lines: Green Tour (9 min walk)
Embankment • Lines: Green Tour, Rb1, Rb1X, Rb2, Rb6 (10 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (10 min walk)
London Blackfriars (16 min walk)