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The National Gallery of Art DC Guided Museum Tour - Semi-Private 8ppl Max

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Small Group Tour of the National Gallery of Art
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From $100.70

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

With art that stretches from Renaissance masters to American icons, the National Gallery of Art is a Washington, DC museum that belongs on every art lovers’ itinerary, but the enormous collection can be overwhelming for first time visitors. See the best of the gallery with an expert guide on a 2.5-hour museum tour that explores the stories, techniques, and scandals behind the paintings.
  • Learn about the museum's most famous pieces
  • Small group ensures personal service
  • Choice of morning or afternoon departure
  • Limited to 8 participants

What's Included

  • Semi-Private Museum Tour
  • Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Duration 2.5 Hours
  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
  • Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • National Gallery of Art
    Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20565, USA

    Meet by the Constitution Ave Entrance of the National Gallery of Art 

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Make your way to the National Gallery of Art, where this tour begins, and meet a guide and group that’s limited to 8 people for a personal experience of the museum.

See each piece in context as you follow a carefully-designed route to the most important works in the gallery. Take in masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci and Edward Degas, whose ‘Little Dancer’ is among the museum’s most beloved works. Highlights also include ‘Self Portrait’ by Vincent van Gogh, ‘Alba Madonna’ by Raphael, and Titian’s ‘Venus with a Mirror.’

Examine Gilbert Stuart’s portrait of George Washington, and Clause Monet’s ‘Woman with a Parasol,’ a romantic favorite among Impressionist paintings. Discuss the techniques used to create these important works, and learn the history of the museum itself, which grew from a near-empty building to a world-class museum in fewer than 100 years.

This 2.5-hour National Gallery of Art tour concludes at the museum, which you can continue to explore on your own.

National Gallery of Art

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
  • Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Notes: National Gallery and other attractions or museums in DC 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.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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One of the best tours ever
Barbara_L, Feb 2024
We loved our tour of the National Gallery of Art. Amanda our wonderful guide made it possible to see and appreciate so many amazing exhibits! She was knowledgeable, extremely clear and well spoken. Amanda really made the experience one of the best tours we have ever taken.
Great visit
Mercedes_R, May 2023
It is a great museum, one of the best in the world. Our guide had a excellent knowledge of it. It was a wonderful experience.
Lively Education!
DavidandMai_L, May 2023
Leigh was our guide touring. She has done an excellent job for us. We did enjoy her tour very much so. We’ve Educated by a lot from Leigh in this shorter period time! ❤️PROs:)) -Highly recommended! -Has a lot of knowledge about the topics! -Very Entertaining! 💜CONs:(( -Needed More times to explore on different artists! -No restroom break! -zoom through a bit fast for someone who has less knowledge about certain arts!
I really appreciateRichard for his high professionalism, knowledge and courtesy
Alexander_R, May 2023
All the classic collection (Rembrandt, Degah, etc.). Richard clearly described not just content of exposition, but history of its creation. Fontaine Gallery
Memorable tour and beautiful museum
Bruce_Z, Feb 2022
Our tour guide Meaghan was excellent! Very knowledgeable, passionate and entertaining . We would recommend her highly
Leigh was a GREAT guide at The National Gallery of Art!!!
Brayton_J, Aug 2021
Leigh was delightful, knowledgeable and just an all around great guide - I would highly recommend her!
Fascinating Tour!
Karin_L, Jul 2021
Great tour! Megan was wonderful! We learned so many fascinating things about both the art and the artists!
2 1/2 just flew by. Learned so much...
Arlene B, Nov 2017
2 1/2 just flew by. Learned so much about the artist and their work. Tour is the only way to see the art gallery.

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