National Gallery of Art

Type: Art Museums, Museums

Last updated on February 15, 2022

10Best Says

We have all seen paper copies of fine works of art hanging in homes and businesses. Once, you step inside the National Gallery of Art, you get to see the real pieces for your own eyes. The west building features early European and American works and boasts the only painting by Leonardo Da Vinci in the Americas. Meander over to the east building to take in contemporary artwork including Henri Matisse, Jackson Pollock and Pablo Picasso. For those coming here in the winter months, head over to the museum's garden ice rink where you can rent skates and take lessons. But don't leave without taking a picture by Robert Indiana's AMOR sculpture also in the gardens. METRO: Smithsonian

Address:

4th St and Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20565

Phone:

202-737-4215

Website:

nga.gov

EXPERT TIPS BY: Gina Gallucci White
Washington Local Expert

Romantic Things to Do: "Your feet might be aching after a day of walking around the museum but do not sit down on any of the sculptures in the sculpture garden. They have benches there for a reason!"
Best Attractions & Activities, Museums: "Touching the art is a big no-no. Many are fragile and can damage easily."

Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: Whether you enjoy seeing priceless works of art or holding hands while you skate, this gallery is worth a date night.
Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: Priceless works of art from some of the most renowned artists to ever walk the planet can be found here.
Best for Museums Because: If you open an art history book, many of pieces you will find are located in this museum.