The Courtauld Gallery Cafe in Ealing

An absolute gem at Somerset House, highly recommended with a remarkable collection of works, we saw the current and permanent exhibitions + do try the WatchHouse cafe in the main area adjacent to the gallery + of course Somerset House itself, currently showing SOIL.

Great place to visit to avoid the crowds but still see loads of great art

A once in a lifetime experience go see it before they return to Switzerland

Unique gallery! Incredible masterpieces!

The Courtauld Gallery's permanent collection is an incredible selection of some of the masterpieces of impressionism. They also had a fantastic exhibition of the Oskar Reinhart Collection, which was a completely collection of equally magnificent impressionist masterpieces. There were a few other exhibits as well, but the relatively small yet focused collection was unlike anything I've ever seen.

The gallery is stunning and holds many wonderful pieces of art. The only downside to my visit was a large number of people speaking very loudly in the galleries and disturbing the atmosphere, would be helpful to include some notices about not making too much noise.

Unbelievable art treasures in a superb setting

The Gallery holds brilliant collection of paintings and other works of art. Some are belongs private collectioners. Many paintings are 14-15th century. Great place to visit!

A must-visit for anyone interested in Impression; a small but mighty collection.

What a nice surprise this gallery is. A floor specific to impressionism which I really liked. The price is very reasonable considering the paintings on display.

Having visited the Gallery in the past, l was keen to see it post revamp. But l was disappointed. It's an interesting building with many corners, staircases and doors - there must be more, l thought. But, no, three simple galleries and a beautiful shop. An excellent lift, and the occasional glimpse of the great outside through a window. My main interest is the Impressionists and l am pleased to know this is the largest collection of Cezannes. But, somehow, that room seemed dull, flat. Perhaps because of the colour of the walls - white. It was good to see a favourite Van Gogh, and a Cezanne l wasn't familiar with, but otherwise l was not excited. The Van Gogh is one l first saw in the Courtauld about 60 years ago, when the gallery was in its previous location.

"This place is a must-visit for those traveling to London and interested in art. An impressive collection of... Impressionists."

Amazing collection, but the exhibition space is too small

Goya to impressionism. This is a 5 star plus exhibition and to have some of my very favourite paintings in one exhibit was just amazing yet I had a terrible experience because there was far far too many people allowed to enter/tickets sold. It was packed with people all jostling to see these amazing works when what was really required was time and space to enjoy each one.

Wonderful! I would be sorry if I didn't visit this gallery.

Wonderful gallery full of well loved classics and some wonderful medieval art. Well worth a visit!

I’ve bought a online ticket for an exhibition, they said I would receive it at home , the exhibition is going on , I never received the ticket and when I call no one picks up the phone, the only option they do is the membership, and she said “ I can’t help you with anything if you’re not a member you have to keep trying hahahaha. “ At this point I guess I’ve lost my ticket and my Money.

Well worth the trip. Excellent permanent exhibition plus spectacular paid for exhibition. Two of my favourites by Van Gough.

I love the permanent collection but the Goya to Impressionism was two small rooms and despite the shared interests of Reinhart and Courtauld, was very disappointing. One Goya only. Not worth the entrance fee

Always a pleasure to visit here.

World class finesse in the arts. As you would expect from the greatest city in the world

Great mix of eras,artists and media, also lovely colourful shop. Would recommend for a 1-2hour activity.

Nice gallery , beautiful building with some fantastic permanent art on display ( e.g van Gogh self portrait , lots of Manet, Money, Lautrec etc. worth the entrance fee alone ) nice cafe and food choices .. with additional exhibitions...

Truly an extraordinary place. While I wish it were free, it was worth the 10 pound entry fee. I missed tickets for the Impressionists, but the gallery still had their own collection of impressionists that more than satisfied me. The store was also beautiful! I almost didn’t come here, and would have sorely regretted it.

A gem of a gallery - small but lovely.

A pleasure to visit. Some incredible paintings by masters

I loved the variety of paintings. Seeing the actual paintings rather than just the prints in a book brought them really alive. And the building was also amazing.

What a superlative collection of painting and art works. The Impressionist collection is quite extraordinary. One ridiculously famous work after another. I loved the medieval collections as well. A great place to visit.

Amazing little gallery. Great exhibitions, but you need to book well in advance.

Fantastic gallery! Wow what a treat. We didn't manage to see the temporary exhibition, but the 3rd floor has enough Gauguin, Cezanne, Renoir, Manet, Monet and Seuret to fill the soul! Some of the paintings were so breathtaking, I had to hold back the tears! Wow again!!

If you are not a member, we recommend making a reservation.

Free museum for students and reasonable price for adults which can be visited quite quickly. The collection of impressionist/post-impressionist paintings (especially French) is truly excellent and would be the envy of many major European museums. The rest of the collection is a little less interesting. To do, if you have a little time to waste in London and you like art.

New Exibition at the Courtauld Gallery "Goya to Impressionism. Masterpieces from the Oskar Reinhart Collection". Opens today and brings 25 paintings for Switzerland (that never leave their home together)

A bit disappointed to the collections. Indication is poor too

Stunning exhibition of Monet's paintings of the Thames and London (now finished unfortunately). We enjoyed looking around the rest of the Gallery, which is relatively small but that makes it easier to absorb everything on display.

What a gem! Such a fascinating building and collection with such a rich history linking it to the royal academy exhibitions. The top floor gallery was astounding, so privileged to be able to see Van Gogh, Monet and Manet (plus a few others) in the flesh for only £12 a ticket. Didn't need to prebook.

The impressionist gallery was definitely the highlight with lots of famous works and a lovely airy space to enjoy them in. The other floors with medieval and Pre-Raphaelite stuff were pretty dull to be honest - have seen better collections in less illustrious places. The only thing that deducted a star was that they have closed the entrance to the gift shop on the -1 floor so you have to go across the way and down the stairs making it awkward to get there and inaccessible if you can't do stairs.

Really enjoyed the visit. Builds slowly but the bag is amazing. 3rd floor overwhelms with its riches.

A very nice permanent collection, the impressionist works on the top floor are clearly the pride of the collection, but the other rooms on the 1st and 2nd floor also house some nice collections of, among others, reneissance works and precious objects.

I no longer live in London, but I got a membership there to ensure access to special exhibitions. I've traveled to London twice just to see Monet, and every special exhibition they host is absolutely worth it. Their permanent collection is incredible, too. While many visitors only go to the big galleries, this one is definitely worth a visit. Plus, they have a great shop downstairs.

Nestled within the historic Somerset House on the Strand, The Courtauld Gallery offers an unparalleled journey through art history. Established in 1932, the gallery boasts a world-class collection, particularly renowned for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. Visitors can marvel at iconic works such as Édouard Manet’s “A Bar at the Folies-Bergère” and Vincent van Gogh’s “Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear.”  The gallery is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with the last admission at 5:15 PM. Admission prices are £9.00 on weekdays and £11.00 on weekends. Concessions are available, and notably, teachers receive free entry upon presenting valid identification.  For those seeking a deeper understanding of art’s evolution, The Courtauld Gallery is an essential visit. Its manageable size ensures an enriching experience without feeling overwhelming. Whether you’re an art aficionado or a casual observer, the gallery promises a captivating day amidst some of the world’s most celebrated artworks.

It was a small but really beautiful gallery, and I was very happy to see such wonderful and beautiful works.

An absolute hidden gem close to the galleries at Trafalgar Square. The entrance is small but don't be put off, you can start your journey on the 1st floor and work your way up or go to the top and work your way down. There are an array of past masters such as Van Gogh, Rubens and Lautrec as well as more modern pieces, we were lucky enough to overhear an education talk on Impressionism but there are other free talks. The gift shop in the basement was a bit of a walk due to renovation and holds your typical gallery items, we didn't use the cafe as it seemed a bit overpriced, but there are plenty of places near.

Totally worth seeing! Comparing to other museums with paintings it’s pretty cozy, but lovely due to some iconic pieces. Went to this place in November 2024 for Monet’s temporary exhibition as well. There’s also nice and quite big gift shop with some interesting items.

Great Monet exhibition of his time in London

Visited for the Monet exhibition and had a lovely time going through the rest of the gallery too! The great blue staircase led us to discover the shop on the cellars which was also fantastic! Highly recommend a visit as long as you book in advance!

Great collection. Nice and relatively small gallery.

An incredible exhibition showing the mystery of river Thames by Monet. Next door a fantastic room of post impressionism. Manet!

Very interesting gallery with a lot of famous paintings. Worth a visit.

Not on the main art museum list, but it should be. If you appreciate art, getting up close and personal with some greats is a treat here. The museum is also laid out chronologically, allowing viewers to see and learn how artistic mediums, tones, and themes changed from 13th century through to modern day. No need to buy a ticket in advance, not too crowded.

Faboulous. Lovely staff. lovely gift shop. I saw Monet and London and it was beautiful.

Went to see the Monet exhibit and the permanent exhibitions, very nice gallery for a browse

Located in Somerset House, the Courtland Gallery is another less known London gems. The museum is partitioned on three floors, with Medieval artists exhibited on the first, Renaissance on the second and Impressionists and modern artists, on the third. The gallery exhibits works from a plethora of world-renowned artists - Gaugain, Renoir, Monet, Cezanne, Manet, Rubens, Botticelli and many, many others. The paintings are presented in a modern, neat way, a characteristic of many London museums that places them in the world museology lead. Even the gift shop is excellently organised and stocked, while the building's architecture is a sight to admire on its own. You'll need around 1.5 hours to visit the museum - it is spanning on three floors but the overall size is quite compact. The adult price of admission in £12 and the online booking slot takes just a few minutes to secure. Tickets can also be purchased on site.

Opening a place like this to students for free shows how much Britain loves and respects the arts. As someone who mainly likes the works of impressionist painters, it was a truly fascinating experience. I went there right at the opening time of 10 a.m., and there were few people and it was quiet, so I was able to focus entirely on my work. As it gets more and more crowded, please visit early to fully experience this wonderful work of art.

such a nice gallery, the monet exhibition of london was so peaceful

Monet's River exhibition is so atmospheric- absolutely mesmerising.

Wonderful morning at the Courtauld. Loved the Monet exhibition. Great food in the cafe. Excellent all round.

Very helpful. Not to be missed expo

Went to see the Monet exhibit which was super boring. Not at all worth the cost.

Visited for Monet in London exhibition - very good. Really liked little booklet we were given. Spent a bit of time looking at other Impressionist paintings. Stairs are interesting & curved. There could easily have been a rail on both sides, but wasn't. Lift is large & makes galleries entirely accessible. Lift was very slow. No cafe in the Gallery, but there was opposite. Hard to get a table & some were very close together & hard to get into. Various eating places quite close by. We went to Pret a Mangé

Great smaller museum! It's not overwhelming like the marquee museums can be. The Van Gogh with bandaged ear is the better of the two versions. Some great impressionist and post impressionist paintings. 2 Degas bronzes. You will be very glad you went.

It's paid, but it's worth a visit just for the two works below. There are fewer works than you might think.

One of the most beautiful gallery in London. Monet on the Thames was stunning.

An excellent smallish gallery with a selection of impressionist artists as well as 'old masters' of traditional subjects. Free entry (apart from any special exhibitions) Small cafe and large gift shop. Expect to spend an hour here.

While passing by by chance, we came across the ice rink. The place is super nice and far from the noise of London Little tip: there are free and clean toilets in the West wing :)

Went to see the Money in London Exhibition - very busy, worth seeing but closing shortly

Private art gallery whose entry costs around £10 per person. It is not a huge museum but very well cared for with several very famous works among which Manet's Bar Aux Folies Bergere stands out, that alone is worth the visit. Not too crowded, tickets can be bought online or on site, highly recommended visit!

Bueno, después de disfrutar del Monet, un lugar para sentarse y relajarse era primordial Demasiado pequeño para la demanda - en un frío martes de enero. Así que dando vueltas hasta que una mesa, llena de croquetas sucias se vuelve libre. Torta de plátano delicioso, incluso si un poco caro @ £ 5. 50 por rodaja. . . Cortado bastante bueno, aunque no aparece en el menú Laguna Hayling

We had a great time here just enjoying art. Would be great if some of the labels were a bit more detailed and more informative. Still, lots of cool Van Gogh paintings to see.

Museum richly furnished with works in a very beautiful building

Great exhibition of Monet. The rest of the gallery is even better!

You must see the Monet exhibition

It was great to see works by Monet, Manet, and Van Gogh. There are so many pretty things in the souvenir shop 😍

Beautiful building and amazing art exhibit.

Excellent gallery and nice cafe

We booked our Monet exhibition tickets weeks before our visit. What an amazing experience. I’m not sure if there is a lift but we walked up the 3 flights of stairs to the exhibition. Quite a trek! The exhibition was breathtaking. So many of Monet’s works brought together from all over the world. I did part of my degree on Monet and I had never seen some of these pieces before, even in books! After we did the Monet exhibition and Impressionists, we perused the other floors. Early Renaissance, Baroque, Medieval. It was a feast for the eyes. Thoroughly recommend visiting this beautiful gallery

Wonderfull artistic experience in London

Amazing permanent collection with some real masterpieces especially that of the Pre-Raphaelites and the Bloomsbury group which were on the top floor Lifts for accessibility and staff to help on every floor

A small museum with famous paintings. 30 minutes is enough for me. It seems expensive since there are free museums in London, but it's probably more than 10 pounds.

I love the permanent collection. A visit is highly recommended.

A beautifully arranged exhibition of paintings by Monet.

Viewed the permanent exhibition. Very nice; the fact that they are collectors' paintings means that they are all of a high standard. Furthermore, it can be used in a not very large and well-managed space. Strongly suggested

The permanent exhibition is amazing. And beautifully housed. I think the £10 entry fee is extremely reasonable for an exhibition of that quality. And quieter than many perhaps because they charge.

Superb gallery, set aside a good half day to appreciate the fantastic paintings and exhibits.

Excellent gallery. Lots of spectacular art.

An art museum where you can see more diverse and excellent works than expected. This is a must-visit place, especially if you like impressionist painters such as Monet, Manet, Cezanne, Renoir. It has a considerable collection of Cézanne's works. There are also many Rubens paintings. Cranach's Adam and Eve is also impressive. If you go in the winter, you can kill two birds with one stone because you can use or visit Somerset House's skating rink.

Fabulous and storied art museum in beautiful building. Wonderful collection ranging from Old Masters to Impressionists, artists from the Bloomsbury circle, and modern British art. I would highlight works by Gauguin, Manet, Pissarro, van Gogh, Modigliani, Seurat, Cezanne, Roger Fry, Frank Auerbach, Rubens, and Goya, among others.

We looked at the hall with the impressionists at the beginning of December and were very impressed; we didn’t want to leave. For the first time I felt the wonderful influence of paintings on my well-being. I highly recommend it. We had an adventure there. The alarm went off and we were left out in the cold. The clothes were left in the locker room. Don't take your clothes off in the museum.

Loved the (post)-impressionist floor

Loved the experience at the Gallery. Not usually a fan of art galleries but took my mum for Christmas. I really enjoyed the entire visit and especially connecting with my mum over some of her favourite artist. I personally loved the video on the analysis of blue paper and the techniques used.

Wonderful gallery with great permanent collection of lat 19thC art, and usually interesting temporary exhibitions.

Excellent medium sized art museum. Start with the impressionists (top floor) for some of the best pictures imo at least. Manet “Bar at the Folies Bergere” is a particular favorite.

Love going to the Courtauld, that top floor...

Ticket purchased via Getyourguide and big disappointment because the Monet exhibition was not included without being informed at the time of purchase. It's borderline dishonest...

Some excellent pieces in here. Not a must-see gallery but one of the better ones in the city.

Vinimos 30 minutos antes de nuestra hora para la exposición Monet, para un café. Tuvimos mucha suerte de encontrar una mesa. El ambiente, el servicio y el café eran todos muy buenos.

Very rich collection in a beautiful case. Always very well received. An inspiring boutique and cozy café, not to be missed!

Wonderful Monet Exhibition. Definitely worth a visit.

Book online, easy to visit. Good size museum, so I felt enthusiastic and interested all the way round, variety. Nice cafe on the other side of entrance.

Mesas sucias, no despejadas lo suficientemente rápido, el personal gruñón, grosero o francamente grosero. No hay indicación de qué fin hacer cola y el personal nos trató a nosotros, y a otros clientes, como idiotas. Café mediocre a casi £ 4 la taza y miserable gama de pequeños pasteles a casi £ 5 cada uno. No hay bandejas suministradas por el personal del mostrador, ni desde donde uno comienza a hacer cola. Solo se encuentra cerca con los cubiertos, por lo que uno corre el riesgo de derramar o dejar caer la comida y bebida, o chocar con otros clientes al regresar al mostrador para recoger el resto de la comida y bebida. Una estafa, aunque esto sea en Londres. Opciones de almuerzo solo bocadillos y mínimo. Lo peor de todo, mi taza tenía la mancha de lápiz labial de alguien todavía en ella! Cambiaron a regañadientes mi café, pero aun así lograron derramar gotas por el lado de la taza. Pobre todo el mundo.