National Portrait Gallery
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- From £2500
- 900 people
- Westminster
- 1100m² (11840ft²)
Spaces in National Portrait Gallery
Whole Venue
The National Portrait Gallery is available for exclusive hire Monday to Thursday evenings from 18:45 and throughout the week from 08:00 to 10:00 for morning events. We can accommodate drinks receptions for up to 900 people and dinners for up to 120.
17th and 18th Century Galleries
Grade I listed gallery just off Trafalgar Square, with the Ondaatje Main Hall and surrounding galleries offering exclusive evening receptions for up to 300 standing amid world‑class portrait collections.
See venueBalcony Gallery
This light and innovative space, displaying familiar faces from the 1960s to 1990s, is ideal for a pre-dinner reception. It also works perfectly when combined with the adjacent Victorian Galleries to provide a contrast of spaces to impress your guests. Standing - 80
See venueOndaatje Main Hall
The Ondaatje Main Hall is the atrium at the main entrance to the Gallery and the first space visitors experience when they enter the building. A versatile event space, the Main Hall is the perfect canvas for a dynamic range of experiences including branded events, product launches, receptions, pop-up exhibitions, and many more. Standing - 300
See venueVictorian Galleries
The stunning layout of the Victorian Galleries offers a unique and impressive chance to host a reception or dinner amongst an array of exciting individuals from the period. Standing capacity - 200 Seated capacity - 120
See venueGallery 18
This sublime Gallery, with a floor to ceiling salon hang, showcases Exhibition Culture from the 1750s to the 1850s, providing an ideal setting that exudes the grandeur of the period. Perfect for a variety of events, Gallery 18 at the National Portrait Gallery accommodates up to 150 guests standing or 120 seated, making it an exquisite choice for corporate gatherings, elegant receptions, or intimate dinners. With its rich historical backdrop and modern amenities, including complimentary Wi-Fi, your event will be both memorable and sophisticated. The dedicated team at the National Portrait Gallery is committed to ensuring every detail is tailored to your vision, allowing you to focus on creating lasting connections. Elevate your next event in this iconic venue, where art and history come together to inspire and impress.
See venueThe Ondaatje Wing Theatre
With audio-visual facilities and comfortable tiered seating, the Ondaatje Wing Theatre is the perfect space for an evening screening. The Lecture Theatre can be hired at any time of day. Events in the Theatre can be paired with breakfast, evening reception or dinner events in main Gallery spaces. Hire includes use of AV equipment and presence of an AV Technician. The space has 138 fixed seats and a maximum capacity of 150.
See venueContemporary Galleries, Weston Wing
This brand new space in the Weston Wing features stunning top-lit galleries housing the Gallery's permanent contemporary Collection. Entertain your guests in beautiful new events spaces, surrounded by portraits of the most famous faces from the present day. Standing - 80 Seated - 30
See venueTudor Galleries
The oldest portraits in our Collection adorn the walls of our Tudor Galleries, the starting point for the Gallery's journey through British history and culture. This is the perfect setting for an intimate dinner in the company of some of the most famous works of art housed within the Gallery. Standing - 80 Seated - 40
See venueAbout National Portrait Gallery
Grade I listed gallery just off Trafalgar Square, with the Ondaatje Main Hall and surrounding galleries offering exclusive evening receptions for up to 300 standing amid world‑class portrait collections.