London’s galleries and cultural institutions offer a diverse array of art programmes, showcasing everything from 20th-century masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary works. With so many exhibitions and events on offer, even the most dedicated art enthusiasts might find it challenging to see everything. Make the most of Frieze Week London with our curated highlights:

VAN GOGH: POETS AND LOVERS | NATIONAL GALLERY | 14 SEP, 2024 – 19 JAN, 2025

This major exhibition delves into the artist's transformative years in southern France, where he redefined his style. This exhibition is expected to be one of London's best highlights in 2024.

FRANCIS BACON: HUMAN PRESENCE | NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY | 10 OCT, 2024 – 19 JAN, 2025

This exhibition explores Francis Bacon’s groundbreaking approach to portraiture with works from the 1950s onwards. It highlights his challenge to traditional norms and reflects his narrative through paintings from various collections.

CLAUDE MONET: VIEWS OF LONDON | THE COURTAULD GALLERY | 27 SEPT, 2024 – 19 JAN, 2025

Extraordinary views of the Thames as it had never been seen before, full of evocative atmosphere, mysterious light and radiant colour.

LAUREN HALSEY: EMAJENDAT | SERPENTINE | 11 OCT, 2024 – 2 MAR, 2025

THE artist's first solo exhibition in the UK, transforms Serpentine South Gallery into an immersive 'Funk garden'.

MICHEAL CRAIG-MARTIN | ROYAL ACADEMY | 21 SEP - 10 DEC 2024

Sir Michael Craig-Martin RA fills the Main Galleries with colour.

OSCAR MURILLO | DAVID ZWIRNER | 9 OCT - 9 NOV, 2024

A new collection of radical abstract paintings by gallery artist Oscar Murillo!

YAYOI KUSAMA: EVERY DAY I PRAY FOR LOVE | 25 SEP - 2 NOV, 2024

Experience a new Infinity Mirrored Room and the artist’s latest series of paintings and sculptures installed across the gallery and waterside garden.