NATIONAL GALLERY

The free to enter National Gallery is a veritable who’s who of art history – with everyone from Titiantp Monet making an appearance. Vincent Van Gogh’s Sunflowers is one of many masterpieces on display as part of the permanent exhibition.

Once you’re done admiring the artwork, pop into the elegant National Dining Rooms for a bite.

It was designed by architect David Collins – who styled the celeb-magnet bar at Claridge’s – and has window views spilling onto Trafalgar Square Nearest tube: Charing Cross