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| 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 |
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| Summary | Enjoy a private tour of one of the world's finest collections of art. |
| Description | 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. |
| Commentary | English: Audio English: Guide |
| Included | A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places |
| Excluded | Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way Gratuities (optional) |
| Know before you book | This is a walking tour No transport costs are included. Your guide will help you get around on the day |
| Know 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 |
| Additional Information | Not wheelchair accessible |
| Health Items | 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 |
Operating Info
| Booking Cut-off | 48 hours |
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| Minimum | 1 guests per booking |
| Maximum | 10 guests per booking |
| Valid | Only on date on reservation |
Operating Type:
Fixed TimesSeason:
Season: From 01-06-2020 To 01-04-2021| Sunday | 14:00 |
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| Monday | 10:00, 14:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00, 14:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00, 14:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00, 14:00 |
| Friday | |
| Saturday | 10:00, 14:00 |
Locations
| Type: | Starts location |
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| Lat & Long: | 38.892356, -77.019467 |
| Address: | 401 Constitution Ave. , Washington DC, 20565, US |
| Notes: | Meet your guide at the Andrew W Mellon Memorial Fountain |
| Start Location Notes | 401 Constitution Ave. , Washington DC, 20565, US |
| Start Location Notes | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
| Type: | Starts location |
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| Lat & Long: | 40.7025714, -73.99056 |
| Address: | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
| Notes: | |
| Start Location Notes | 401 Constitution Ave. , Washington DC, 20565, US |
| Start Location Notes | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
Cancellation
| Cancellation Policy: | standard |
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| Cancellation Cut-off: | 24 hours |
| Cancellation Notes: | 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 |
Pricing
Other Information
| FAQ |
Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
All of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group., Are entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?In the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., What is your cancellation policy?On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., Who do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?At Travel Curious, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., Am I able to book more than one tour?Absolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., |
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| Confirmation necessary? | No |