# The Courtauld Gallery — London, United Kingdom

> The Courtauld was founded in 1932 by industrialist Samuel Courtauld and others to teach art history at university level. It moved into Somerset House's North Wing in 1989.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Admission: £11 standard admission
- Address: Strand, London WC2R 0RN, United Kingdom
- Time needed: 1.5–2 hours
- Official website: https://courtauld.ac.uk/gallery/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- A Bar at the Folies-Bergère — Édouard Manet · 1882
- Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear — Vincent van Gogh · 1889
- Mount Sainte-Victoire — Paul Cézanne · c. 1902–1906
- The Card Players — Paul Cézanne · c. 1892–1896

## Famous works covered
- A Bar at the Folies-Bergère (https://worldmuseumguide.org/artworks/a-bar-at-the-folies-bergere/)

## FAQ
**Is the Somerset House courtyard free?**
Yes, the courtyard, ice rink in winter, and fountains in summer are all free.

**Is photography allowed?**
Yes, in most of the galleries without flash.

**How long should I spend at The Courtauld Gallery?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is The Courtauld Gallery best known for?**
The Courtauld was founded in 1932 by industrialist Samuel Courtauld and others to teach art history at university level. It moved into Somerset House's North Wing in 1989. Key highlights include A Bar at the Folies-Bergère by Manet, Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear by Van Gogh, Mountains at Saint-Rémy by Van Gogh.

**How do I get tickets for The Courtauld Gallery?**
£11 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://courtauld.ac.uk/gallery/

**Which single painting should I not miss?**
Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergère — the mirror reflection, the barmaid's expression, and the ghostly figure make it one of the greatest paintings in any London museum.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/courtauld-gallery/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.