Private Walking Tour of the National Gallery of Art

Highlights

Gain expert insight into the history and background the gallery’s artefacts and paintings
Learn the context of the art and impact of the socio-political climate
Relish a collection of 4,000 paintings, 31,000 drawings and 3,000 sculptures
Discover Andrew W Mellon’s legacy as a great philanthropist and a supporter of global arts

Summary

Enjoy a private tour of one of the world's finest collections of art.

Tour info

Duration

3 hours

Group Size

Commentary

English

Meeting Point

401 Constitution Ave. , Washington DC, 20565, US

123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States

Why take this tour?

Since the National Gallery of Art first opened in 1937 its collection tracing Western art from the Middle Ages to the present day has won great international acclaim.

Composed of works by the greatest artists of all time, all the gallery’s artifacts have been gifted, many by American financier and former Ambassador to the UK, Andrew W Mellon. Today this glorious art trove is brimming with Raphael, Rubens, El Greco, Rembrandt, Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, Jackson Pollock, and Andy Warhol. Leonard da Vinci’s Ginevra de’ Benci - dubbed Washington’s “Mona Lisa” - is also notable as the only da Vinci in all the Americas on public display.

Your absorbing Private National Gallery of Art Tour is led by a respected historian to provide a rich and immersive 2.5-hour experience. As you move through the galleries, consider why certain styles proliferated at certain times, and explore the impact of the socio-political climate on artistic expression.

What’s included?

A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
Gratuities (optional)

Things to know

Before you book

This is a walking tour
No transport costs are included. Your guide will help you get around on the day

Before you go

Please bring comfortable walking shoes
Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day
In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water

Covid Policy

Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

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Travel Curious, based in Shoreditch/London, researches, creates and owns immersive, cultural tours and experiences in cities throughout the world. We provide our tours and experiences as a service to the travel industry and are privileged to name some of the biggest global brands as our partners