National Art Library, London

Name: National Art Library
Address: London, United Kingdom

#1798 among attractions in London

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Facts and practical information

The National Art Library is a major reference library, situated in the Victoria and Albert Museum, a museum of decorative arts in London. It is freely accessible to the public from Tuesday to Saturday, and specialises in material about fine and decorative arts of many countries and eras. The NAL also contains substantial sources for information about artists. In the past, the NAL operated a restrictive admissions policy and was known as a library of last resort, but that has since changed, and today, all—from students to those with a curiosity about the arts—are welcome to use the library and its collections. ()

Coordinates: 51°29'48"N, 0°10'21"W

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Kensington and Chelsea (Brompton)London United Kingdom

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National Art Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Victoria and Albert Museum, Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall.

~100 ftE
World-class decorative art and design
Victoria and Albert Museum, London
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Victoria and Albert Museum, often referred to as the V&A, stands as a beacon of art and design. Housing a vast collection of over 2.3 million objects, the museum showcases 5,000 years of human creativity, making it one of the world's...
~1530 ftW
Natural phenomena and hands-on activities
Natural History Museum, London
8 min walk • The Natural History Museum in London is a treasure trove of the planet's rich history, housed in a stunning Victorian-era building that is itself a marvel of architectural design. As one of the largest and most revered museums of its kind, it boasts an expansive...
~790 ftW
Hands-on exhibits in dozens of galleries
Science Museum, London
4 min walk • The Science Museum in London is a testament to human curiosity and innovation, showcasing the marvels of science, technology, engineering, and medicine. Located in the heart of South Kensington, this museum is a treasure trove for those fascinated by scientific...
~1880 ftNW
Landmark Victorian concert hall
Royal Albert Hall, London
10 min walk • The Royal Albert Hall, an iconic concert hall nestled in the heart of London, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. Inaugurated by Queen Victoria in 1871, the hall was named in memory of her husband, Prince Albert, whose vision for a 'Central...
~940 ftW
Museum, Natural history museum
Geological Museum, London
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of London, the Geological Museum stands as a beacon for earth science enthusiasts and curious tourists alike. Established in the early 20th century, this museum is dedicated to showcasing the wonders of the Earth, from its deepest layers to the...
~1760 ftE
Shopping, Shopping district
Beauchamp Place, London
9 min walk • Beauchamp Place is a fashionable shopping street in the Knightsbridge district of London. It was known as Grove Place until 1885.
~840 ftW
Museum
Clockmakers' Museum, London
5 min walk • The Clockmakers’ Museum in London, England, is believed to be the oldest collection specifically of clocks and watches in the world. The collection belongs to and is administered by the Clockmakers’ Charity, affiliated to the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers, founded in 1631 by Royal Charter.
~490 ftS
Mosque
Ismaili Centre, London
3 min walk • The Ismaili Centre, London is one of six such centres world-wide. Established in South Kensington more than thirty years ago, it is a religious, social and cultural meeting place for the Ismaili Muslim community in the United Kingdom and is the first such centre to be specially designed and built for Ismailis in the Western world.
~630 ftE
Church, Spiritual
Brompton Oratory, London
4 min walk • The Brompton Oratory is a large neo-classical Roman Catholic church in the Knightsbridge area of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London.
~420 ftS
Park
Yalta Memorial Garden, London
3 min walk • The Yalta Memorial Garden is a small triangular garden in South Kensington, west London, SW7. It is 0.0417 hectares in size. The garden contains Twelve Responses to Tragedy, a memorial located that commemorates people displaced as a result of the Yalta Conference at the conclusion of World War II.
~1380 ftNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Holy Trinity Church, London
7 min walk • Holy Trinity Church, South Kensington, is an Anglican church located on Prince Consort Road in the City of Westminster, London, England. The current building dates from 1901 and was built by George Frederick Bodley and Cecil Greenwood Hare.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to National Art Library?

Nearby attractions include Victoria and Albert Museum, London (1 min walk), V&A Rotunda Chandelier, London (1 min walk), Yalta Memorial Garden, London (3 min walk), Media Space, London (3 min walk).

How to get to National Art Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Art Library:

Bus

South Kensington Museums • Lines: 360 (2 min walk)
Pelham Street • Lines: 360 (6 min walk)

Metro

South Kensington • Lines: Circle, District, Piccadilly (5 min walk)
Gloucester Road • Lines: Circle, District, Piccadilly (13 min walk)

Ferry

Cadogan Pier • Lines: Rb6 (26 min walk)
Battersea Power Station Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb2, Rb6 (37 min walk)