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The National Gallery of London: A Guided Tour of Iconic Art Collections

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54 Ratings

Greater London

Discover an exceptional collection of art with our dynamic guides on this exclusive 2.5-hour tour of the National Gallery. We’ll delve into the most eminent paintings the museum has to offer, making sure even first-time guests can admire these renowned masterpieces.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

National Gallery - Instead of browsing the National Gallery aimlessly, immerse yourself in the techniques and history behind some of the world’s most famous artists with a professional guide. You’ve heard of Van Gogh and da Vinci, but what do you really know about them? Learn about the painters behind the paintings. Browse your favorite works by other masters like Botticelli, Monet, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. If none of those names mean anything to you, that will change by the end of the tour.

The National Gallery houses paintings dating back to the 1300s all the way up through the 1900s, so there is no shortage of choice. Visit Jan van Eyck’s \

What's Included

Exclusive Tour Guide (Exceptions with ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
Wheelchair Accessible (Exceptions with ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
Professional Guided Museum Tour
Comprehensive 2.5-Hour Tour Duration

What's Not Included

Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Temporary exhibitions NOT included

Additional Information

It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Notes: National Gallery and other attractions or museums in London may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with ‘Skip the Line’ or ‘No Wait’ access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.

Location

The National Gallery

Trafalgar Square

Meet your guide outside the Sainsbury wing entrance by the red telephone booth situated on the sidewalk of Pall Mall E across the street from the Canada House.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Socas2018

May 1, 2024

The best art what I learned on the scholarship - The time spending on the national gallery was wow. I really recommend because the art what you see inside is amazing. Start from famous pictures to exclusive pieces of art. Yes take your time because is worth the time spending and will be a brilliant memory.

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Patrice_r

Apr 24, 2024

Outstanding tour experience! - Matilda was an outstanding guide … she is very knowledgeable and gave us great background and perspective on the development of art and artists throughout history. She was informative, relatable and very pleasant to be with. We have done many guided museum tours and this was one of the best!

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Retiredstate

Apr 12, 2024

Excellent. - Our guide, Steph, was extraordinary. Her knowledge and appreciation of the art we saw, and her selection of paintings to focus on, enhanced our experience and made our tour a special and memorable one.

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Annaji2254ym

Feb 29, 2024

Good experience! - Excellent tour with Matilda. We were the only ones in her group so we got to go a bit more in depth with some pieces than we might have otherwise. It was not my first time but Matilda still made the tour interesting and it was quite charming.

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Mark_g

Feb 23, 2024

In depth discussion of some of the high points of the NGL collection - In depth discussion of paintings with additional information our guide had on his iPad which greatly facilitated our understanding of the paintings.

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Sorin_r

Dec 3, 2023

The guide shared with us... - The guide shared with us many interesting insights about many paintings we have selected inside the museum.

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Mscassity

Oct 25, 2023

Exceptional experience with Becky - Our guide Becky was not only extremely knowledgeable in the intricacies of the art pieces, she made sure that I got to see the pieces I'd been most excited to view. Additionally, because of my mobility disability I had asked to move the meeting location to which she graciously obliged. She made sure I was engaged & well taken care of throughout the entire experience! Couldn't have asked for better service & accommodation.

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Harry

Oct 5, 2023

The best way to experience art in London - Fantastic tour, Matilda was extremely knowledgeable and charismatic. 100% would recommend to art enthusiast and novices alike.

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Suzanne_t

Sep 27, 2023

Very happy - Seeing art that I had only read about, up close was wonderful. Matilda, our guide, made our tour delightful. She is knowledgeable, quick witted, energetic, engaging and made our diverse group all feel included.

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