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The National Gallery Guided Tour

Interior of a gallery room with classic paintings at the National Gallery, London.
Visitors viewing Van Gogh's Sunflowers painting in a museum.
Woman sitting on bench viewing artwork at National Gallery guided tour.
Tour guide explaining paintings at the National Gallery London.

Duration

1 min - 2 hr 30 min

Open today

10:00am - 06:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 14 days before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

    • Here's a treat for all art lovers! Explore one of the finest collections of European art in the world, spanning over 700 years, at London's National Gallery.

    • Led by a Blue Badge guide, learn why these paintings became famous, like Van Gogh's Sunflowers, one of the first paintings in the colour yellow.

    • Enter the Gallery before or after the tour and explore as long as you want at your own pace.

    • Discover over 2,600 paintings by artists like Botticelli, Raphael, and Leonardo da Vinci, including the sensual Mars and Venus.

    • Opt for a 3-hour private tour, a children's tour with sketching and other activities, or upgrade your tour with afternoon tea at Ochre.

    • 1-hour guided tour of the National Gallery

    • Blue Badge guide

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • VOX headset device

    • 1-hour children's art tour

    • Sketching and activities, along with all required materials

    • 1.5-hour afternoon tea (menu here)

    • Private tour of the Gallery

    • 3-hour guided walking tour of Trafalgar Square

    • Small group of max 10 people

    • Entry to paid temporary exhibits
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 14 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Artistic journey with a Blue Badge guide

    Take a walk through the National Gallery, an iconic art museum nestled in the heart of London. Whether you choose a standard guided tour or opt for the exclusive 3-hour private experience, your visit is curated to offer an unforgettable journey through centuries of artistic brilliance. Enter through a separate entrance to avoid the crowds. Guided by a knowledgeable Blue Badge guide, an accredited guide for tourists in the UK, traverse the labyrinth of over 2,600 masterpieces that span 7 centuries of artistic endeavours. Marvel at masterpieces by Van Gogh, da Vinci, Monet, and Raphael – each artwork a doorway into a bygone era. Explore paintings that cover a variety of topics, like Titian's 'Bacchus and Ariadne,' which depicts mythology, love, and humanism.

    Upgrade to indulge in British traditions

    After immersing yourself in the world of art, partake in a classic British tradition – afternoon tea, at the newly opened museum restaurant, Ochre. Savour freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry jam, alongside a selection of finely-crafted pastries and sandwiches. This gastronomical delight is complemented by a choice of fresh loose tea and barista coffee. On the other hand, you can also opt for a private tour of the Gallery, with an exclusive group of a maximum of 10 people, and explore Trafalgar Square on a 3-hour guided walking tour. Visiting with young ones? Then upgrade to a 1-hour guided Children's Art Tour of the public collection and let your kids sketch and participate in other art activities.

  • The National Gallery - London

    Monday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 09:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 06:00pm
  • What's not allowed

    • Keep in mind that luggage and large bags are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

    • Video recording is strictly not allowed at this venue.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • Not all paintings are available to view every day.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show valid ID.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at Getty Entrance, The National Gallery.

    • Address: Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom.

    • Landmark: Inside Annenberg Court near the information desk on the right-hand side. The Getty entrance is not the main entrance.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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