The Wallace Collection
About This Museum
Tucked away on a quiet London square, the Wallace Collection holds one of the world's most significant private art collections, yet it feels more like a secret you've stumbled upon than a public institution. You don't just walk through galleries here; you wander through the opulent, preserved rooms of a family's actual home. The air is thick with history, from the gleam of gilded picture frames to the hushed creak of original floorboards. It’s an experience that blurs the line between visiting a museum and being a guest at a spectacular, if slightly overwhelming, aristocratic party.
Collection Highlights
You'll find Frans Hals' laughing 'Laughing Cavalier' flashing his knowing smirk, and an entire armoury that feels plucked from a Hollywood epic. The collection dazzles with French 18th-century furniture and Sèvres porcelain displayed as if the owners had just stepped out.
Visitor Information
Best of all? Entry is completely free. It's hidden just north of Oxford Street, making it the perfect escape from the city's relentless shopping frenzy.
Architecture & Building
Hertford House is a grand, late-Georgian townhouse that has been expanded over time, resulting in a palatial but intimate feel with room after room of ornate decor.
Contact & Location
Address: The Wallace Collection, Manchester Square, Marylebone, London, Greater London, England, W1U 3BN, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 7563 9500
Website: Visit Website
