National Gallery of Art

Opened in 1941, this museum , founded by financier Andrew Mellon, has some 116,000 works of Western art dating from the Middle Ages to the modern era.

One of my favorite museums and there is no admission fee. This is truly one of our country 's treasures. Wear comfy shoes and allow yourself plenty of time. The free app adds so much. Bring headphones.

It's a large museum with a large international variety of art . Exquisite portraits of American Presidents and a large collection of Rembrandt's make this a must see for anyone trolling around the mall

Start your tour on the second floor! I wish we had! There are so much more to see and we didn't have time to see it all....The first floor has nice art/furniture but the second floor is awesome!!

Located on the National Mall , the National Gallery of Art was founded in the 1930s. Insider tip: The sculpture garden touts an ice rink in the winter and free jazz concerts in the spring and summer. Read more

Massive collection! Very easy to get lost, but I mean that in the best way. Tons to discover. Don't forget admission is free, so you can come back again and again.

Among the countless masterpieces to enjoy there is the only Leonardo da Vinci work of art in the western hemisphere. Called "Ginerva de' Benci" it is an earlier work of the genius.

Impressionist paintings of Van Gogh , Cezanne, Monet , and Cassatt, and "Ginevra de'Benci," the only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the Americas are some of the highlights that await you inside. Read more

Located on the National Mall , The National Gallery is one of the finest art collections in the world. Its works include painting , sculpture , and graphic arts from the Middle Ages to the present.

Interesting collection, part of it is from famous artists like Monet , Botticelli, Rembrandt... Takes some time to see it all, wish the closing time was later than it is.

How thoughtful a Philantropist Andrew W.Mellon to founded this museum . Began on Jan 1937 & opened on 1941, this art gallery museum in DC city has worthed to be a prideness of America Country .

An exquisite collection of my favorite artists . I was amazed to see paintings from Mounet, cezane, Degar and van Gogh .love, love, love

Beautiful and easy to get lost in. Rodin, Renoir, Raphael, Rubens , Monet , Van Gogh , and so many more.

If you head over the street to the recently opened East Wing and head to the top of tower 1, you will find the Rothko room. Stunning.

Of all the exhibits , don't leave without checking out the East Building, which houses the modern collection. Great art around every corner. And the architecture itself is worth multiple Instagrams.

Between sections are little garden spots with fountains , ideal to make a stop and soak the atmosphere. One of the most beautiful museums in the ????.

National Museum of Arts , after they close for the daily visitors, now it opens for all night party for the hard working Washingtonians. "Sorry by invitation only" the man in W hat yelled at me.

Began Jan-1937 when philanthropist Andrew W. Mellon agreed to finance. Amongst works in Mellon's donations were Raphael’s Alba Madonna which was 1st painting sold for $1MM. Full site history via<LINK> Read more

Amazing galleries and stunning artwork. The atriums are beautifully decorated for the holidays.

Take the tunnel between the East and West buildings - best gift shop ever below the West building, and a super fun installation along the walkway on the East side! Also a cafe , rest area , etc.

Amazing museum ! The permanent collection is full of masterpieces, and the admission is free. Definitely worth a visit.

One of my favorite museums , they let you take pictures without flash. The best of the world in one place, Almost Like the british museum

Like most other DC museums , free entrance makes up for the ridiculous prices at the cafés . However, do pay a visit to the café here if only to take the underground passageway to the East Building.

This place has the historical and pretty old art but definitely in top 3 places to visit in DC

Go to the website and plan your visit. See what you want to see, don't just wander around. You'll get more out of your time if you plan ahead. So much to see here.

The special exhibits are cool but it’s the sheer quantity of consistent quality that will make your jaw drop. Wonderful.

The museum is free and has amazing works of art . I could spend days here! Especially in the sculptures area. ????????

Spend some time with as many Edouard Vuillard paintings as possible. They're hidden gems scattered throughout the West building.

A museum where you can find Monet , Van Gogh , Gauguin and other for free

Outside at the fountain is my very favorite spot for lunch . Bring your salad !

You will need plenty of time to browse through the gallery if you are a big art fan. Everything in DC is big

Psst. Here's a secret- the people mover that connects the East and West wings is simply the best one in the world. Skip down the middle but DO NOT LET THE GUARDS SEE YOU!

Some great art - and fantastic installation in the walkway linking the East and West buildings underground. Shame the coffee and water are so overpriced

Beautiful gallery with works by the greats including Leonardo Da Vinci. West building is contemporary & east is modern

Take the tunnel between the more modern East building and older West building.

Impressionism and modernism on the top floor is the best. Also, the largest collection of Rodin sculptures .

Every floor is worth visiting, but the second floor Presidential Portrait Gallery is where you should spend your time.

Take one or several guided tours (all free). The guides are very informed and fairly interactive

Stunning collection of art made accessible by The Smithsonian

Free for the public. Also home to the only Leonardo da Vinci art in the US. (Ginevra de' Benci)

The interior of the building is a work of art itself. Amazing architecture .

Don't forget to explore the modern East Wing too. There's always a cool exhibit in the tower.

Audio tours are free! As well as docent led tour tours ! Check with the art information desk at any entrance for your times.

My favorite place to kill time in DC! Seriously...it's free and you can look at some of the country 's greatest art .

The building itself is beautiful with a great collection of Flemish art .

If you are into art , budget enough time to come... Worth it

Expansive. Go for the guided tour app. Wish more of the pieces had narration

This place is huge. Give yourself plenty of time to explore as there are many rooms. Budget at least 3-4 hours.

Impressionism, Leonardo and High Renaissance Old Masters, Turner, Copley and so much more

Oh, how lovely this is!