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National Gallery Family Activities

Free family art activities, a family space, events, and the Canvas Quest web app from London’s National Gallery.

Art & creativity · Physical place · Parent & educator · History & cultureAges 4–12Free with paid exhibitions🌐 1 languages

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About National Gallery Family Activities

The National Gallery’s family activities page brings together free family visits, a weekend and holiday family space, creative activities, events, and Canvas Quest, a free web app for children aged seven and over. It connects online activity ideas with a real museum visit.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 4–12. It is available as Website, Physical place, Downloadable and is listed as free with paid exhibitions. The listed language coverage is English.

Visit and pricing

Address

The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom

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Opening hours

Every dayFriday until 9:00 PM; closed 24–26 December and 1 January

What stands out

Combines real paintings and gallery visits with creative family activities
Includes a dedicated family space and activities made for children
Offers Canvas Quest as a free digital activity for ages 7 and over

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How the score is built

Art valueStrong

Activities encourage looking, making, discussing, and connecting with original works.

Family designStrong

The page includes a family space, holiday activities, and child-focused resources.

AccessFree core

General admission and the listed family resources are free, with some exhibitions charged.

Visit clarityStrong

The official visit page publishes the address and daily hours.

For grown-ups

Parent notes

General admission is free, but some exhibitions charge and family events may have specific schedules or booking rules.
The museum’s published hours can change for holidays, events, or building work, so adults should check before visiting.
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