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National Gallery of Art - West Building

National Gallery of Art - West Building

Art Museum
Northwest Washington, Washington
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    Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    "works by Rembrandt and Picasso.-- Green Guide Editor"(4 Tips)
    Steven J.
    "... special exhibition, Chester Dale Collection: From Impressionism to Modernism"(4 Tips)
    Sofia U.
    "You cant miss the west wing!"(3 Tips)
    Trishia P.
    "Gelato between the East and West Galleries is the best!"(2 Tips)
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  • Mark B.heart icon on user image
    Mark BJune 26, 2015
    Fantastic museum. Free to the public. Lots of oils, water colors and sculptures from lots of the Masters.Great collection in beautiful setting. Can be a maze so definitely take a map or the audio tour
  • K12 Inc
    K12 IncJune 23, 2011
    Did you know? The only Da Vinci in the Western Hemisphere, Ginevra de' Benci is also one of the artist’s early experiments with oil paint. Wrinkles indicate that he was still learning the new medium. Read more
  • Mike S.heart icon on user image
    Mike St. ClairJuly 27, 2018
    Amazing iconic works of Van Gogh, Monet, Rembrandt & Da Vinci, and those we’re just the paintings we saw in our short visit!
    Upvoted Jan 28
  • Yasaman M.heart icon on user image
    Yasaman MahdianSeptember 17, 2018
    OMG I’m in love with this museum. The art collection here is a must see. The building also is so well designed for its purpose.
  • Ilse O.heart icon on user image
    Ilse OrtegaOctober 9, 2022
    Been here 5+ times
    Be it relaxing by the fountain (end of the West Building corridor), admiring any of the permanent collection pieces or enjoying the temporary exhibitions, you can never go wrong by visiting the NGA!
  • Alice C.heart icon on user image
    Alice CMay 8, 2018
    Excellent quality museum. Made of three buildings - wear comfy shoes. Could stay all day. Extensive stationery selection in gift shop.
  • Edward D.heart icon on user image
    Edward DelfinoAugust 27, 2018
    This is the only place in the Western Hemisphere to see a Leonardo da Vinci. If that isn’t reason enough, then free admission to Western art from the middle ages thru the Impressionists ought to be.
  • Sam G.
    Sam GrundmanMay 7, 2023
    When you go into the Impressists, view each painting from different distances. Up close you only see the brush strokes, but compare it to when you view it from across the room.
  • Daniya T.heart icon on user image
    Daniya TamendarovaSeptember 6, 2015
    Excellent Renaissance, Dutch, & post-Impressionist collections. Free. Restaurant usually has a menu by a well known DC chef, inspired by a current exhibition. Free concerts at 6.30 each Sunday.
  • Jacob F.
    Jacob FordJuly 12, 2015
    If you enjoy light, water, or happiness, definitely walk through the underground passage to the East Building.
  • John H.heart icon on user image
    John HankusJuly 16, 2015
    Overlooked Smithsonian. Lots of rooms with great art to get lost in. Don't try to look at everything in one day, you will burn yourself out.
  • Sofia U.
    Sofia UzFebruary 20, 2015
    You cant miss the west wing! Extensive collection by the best European and American painters and sculptors. Hugs impressionists collection
  • raymondweil
    raymondweilNovember 30, 2011
    Catch the film series, Le Cinéma Fantastique that captures the essence of the surrealists of the 1920s precisely. You would definitely be in for a treat. What is your inspiration?
  • Bill C.
    Bill C.May 26, 2014
    Request the one hour self guide tour sheet. Pair it with the free audio tour phone to get a great overview of the museum.
  • Examiner.com
    Examiner.comFebruary 22, 2011
    Exhibitions in the past have been comparable to visiting Venice or Rome itself, or at least a grand substitute. Spend a day dedicated to culuture and learning at the National Gallery of Art. Read more
  • Maggie M.
    Maggie MacGJuly 8, 2018
    I love to stroll through the sculpture garden just outside the museum when the weather is nice.
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    The National Gallery is home of a world-class collection of masterpieces of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present, and includes works by Rembrandt and Picasso.-- Green Guide Editor
  • IWalked Audio Tours
    Prior to erection of West Bldg in 1941, this was site of Sixth Street station of B&P Railroad. On 7/2/1881, 20th US President James Garfield was shot by Charles Guiteau here. Full history here<LINK> Read more
  • Livia P.heart icon on user image
    Livia PonzioJanuary 12, 2019
    sitting in the courtyards in between browsing the museum splendid collections is a very special treat
  • Jessica m.
    Jessica markApril 15, 2010
    The dale collection exhibit is great. Try to go on a weekday so the crowds are less crazy. Also if you live in dc it's easy to forget to appreciate FREE museums. Don't! When you leave & find $20+ admi
  • Ben H.heart icon on user image
    Ben HundleyDecember 26, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Go for the art; stay in the off- chance to meet another infinitely interesting soul. ❣
  • Jacob F.
    Jacob FordJuly 12, 2015
    Ponder it all in the comfiest gallery benches in museum history. Because they’re couches.
  • Virginia U.heart icon on user image
    Virginia UrdanetaFebruary 4, 2015
    Amazing! Take your time and enjoy it. A must while in DC!
  • B M.heart icon on user image
    B MillerOctober 8, 2012
    They just don't build public buildings like this anymore. The center rotunda is one of the most impressive places in DC.
  • Camille W.heart icon on user image
    Camille WrightAugust 9, 2015
    Very cool art museum with lots of rotating and permanent exhibits. Good but overpriced food in the café.
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    Find more than 116,000 painting, drawings, photographs, sculture and decorative art pieces at National Gallery of Art. Check nga.gov for current exhibitions. -- Green Guide Editor
  • Sara K.
    Sara KosykApril 8, 2011
    Raphael's St. George slaying the dragon is a small painting not to be missed! You can imagine the artist enjoying himself as he painted this individually sized work.
  • Jol N.
    Jol NgMay 15, 2010
    Try the daily free tours: for those who don't know much about art, the tours provide a starting point on appreciating the art. For the pros, the discussions are definitely engaging.
  • Amy C.heart icon on user image
    Amy CummingsMarch 12, 2018
    The older art is in this building. For more modern pieces, check out the East building.
  • jana
    janaMarch 21, 2012
    Check out the free concerts and lectures - some of them worth making weekly trips to the gallery. And , of course, the museum store. ...
  • Janaheart icon on user image
    JanaMarch 18, 2019
    Start at the top following the gallery numbers that way you'll get a history lesson, too.
  • jana
    janaMarch 21, 2012
    Make the transition from the classical to the modern building (East Wing) underground - you'll actually experience the amazing light work (Multiverse) of Leo Villareal
  • T S.heart icon on user image
    T StarkJuly 15, 2015
    Try visiting the Gallery on a weekday and enjoy a nice and calmed environment.
  • Domini L.
    Domini LeNoirDecember 2, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The moving walkway "Multiverse" by Villereal is a highlight at the NGA, connecting the East Building to the Cascade Cafe and West Building. It goes under 4th St. NW
  • John M.heart icon on user image
    John MorganMay 21, 2018
    A must visit for the art enthusiasts
  • ❀mihoko❀heart icon on user image
    ❀mihoko❀December 14, 2012
    Amazing Gallery with its special program. Check their concert series. Free. Open to public :) Enjoy the season! http://www.nga.gov/programs/holfest.shtm
  • Tasha M.
    Tasha MajorMay 23, 2010
    The Cascade Cafe gives a 10% discount for Federal employees. That helps offset the high prices that all the gallery/museum cafes seem to be charging these days. The selection here is great as well.
  • John O.heart icon on user image
    John OlsenMay 20, 2015
    Fabulous collection of art free for all to enjoy
  • Trishia P.
    Trishia PascobilloOctober 29, 2010
    As an art lover be sure to allow for a nice walk through. Gelato between the East and West Galleries is the best!
  • Dave L.heart icon on user image
    Dave LepkowskiSeptember 25, 2018
    H ave enjoyed visiting this awesome building on the site of James Garfield’s assasination Indeed
  • Fernanda S.
    Fernanda SeccoOctober 19, 2011
    Totally worth a visit! Original work from Da Vinci, Picaso, Van Gogh, Roy Linchteinstein, Andy Warhol and more...
  • Stephen C.
    Stephen ChovanecFebruary 19, 2012
    Don't miss the Degas Dancers or the only DaVinci in the US & the only 2 sided DaVinci. (see image)
  • Jeff D.
    Jeff DowdyJune 5, 2012
    If you don't have much time, ask for the highlights flyer. You can see these in an hour. Great stuff.
  • Rebecca
    RebeccaApril 12, 2010
    Sunday afternoons / evenings, they offer free performances in the rotunda. Gorgeous music, beautiful surroundings, no admission price - what more can you ask?
  • Cesar P.
    Cesar Paniamogan JrJune 20, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Great paintings by the masters - Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, etc.
  • Brock W.
    Brock WestphalApril 15, 2014
    Join a guided tour! Worth if for some new information!
  • Tom S.heart icon on user image
    Tom SakellAugust 21, 2013
    Especially love west wing, where 2 sisters' eyes follow you across the room.
  • Dirty B.
    Dirty BirdAugust 9, 2014
    It's art but a great place to cool off during a humid summer day
  • mrs B.
    mrs BoykinsJune 18, 2013
    In awe. This is absolutely amazing. Loved it.
  • Amanda L.
    Amanda LittlejohnDecember 12, 2009
    The columned rotunda. Enjoy the fountain and the foliage, which changes seasonally. Stressed? Take your thoughts there and empty your head, or take your notebook there and write.
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