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The National Portrait Gallery in the heart of central London is home to the world’s greatest collection of portraits. Read More

About

Spanning six centuries, the gallery's artworks reveal the inspiring and sometimes surprising personal stories that have shaped, and continue to shape, a nation – from global icons to local champions, national treasures to unsung heroes.

From the eminent individuals that adorn the Gallery’s walls to the dedicated team who will work with you through each stage of planning, the National Portrait Gallery is the perfect venue for your special event. The spectacular spaces available for hire offer a wide range of options from the contemporary to the classical, displaying a Collection that encompasses art, biography, history and fame.

The National Portrait Gallery has a variety of newly-refurbished and versatile spaces that can be transformed to accommodate a range of events from a grand reception to an intimate dinner, an early morning breakfast or a corporate conference. This inspirational setting will ensure your bespoke event is one to remember.

Meeting room layouts

Room	Style	Capacity
20th Century Gallery
	Reception	80
17th and 18th Century Galleries
	Banqueting	120
	Reception	300
Tudor Galleries
	Banqueting	40
	Reception	80
Portrait Restaurant
	Banqueting	90
	Reception	150
	Dinner Dance	100
Gallery 18
	Banqueting	120
	Reception	150
The Ondaatje Wing Lecture Theatre
	Theatre	150
Contemporary Galleries
	Banqueting	30
	Reception	80
Victorian Galleries
	Banqueting	120
	Reception	200
Ondaatje Main Hall
	Reception	300

Facilities & Accessibility

Access Inside Building Facilities: Accessible lift
Access into the Building: Automatic doors
Full, non-assisted wheelchair access
Ramps from parking area to entrance
Ramps with handrails to entrance
Accessible Venue Facilities: Assistance dogs welcome
Special dietary requirements catered for
Staff available to assist
Staff disability awareness trained
Attraction Facilities: Audio commentary available
Gift shop
Public toilets
Booking Facilities: Coach parties accepted
Group bookings accepted
Catering Facilities: Bar
Cafe
Event catering
Private Dining
Restaurant
Event Facilities: Available for wedding receptions
Conference rooms / Meeting rooms
Offers charity rates
Raked or tiered seating offered
Venue allows outside catering
General Facilities: Escalators
Free WiFi
Lifts

Venue details and map