MOCO Museum Audio Tour: Contemporary Art & Ticket
Summary
Learn to understand contemporary art with an author-guided audio tour.Gain insights into all major art movements.See works by Dali, Basquiat, Banksy, Warhol
Tour info
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English
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Why take this tour?
This guided tour of the Museum of Modern Art, led by the cultural mediator of the National Foundation of Italy, distinguishes itself from curator-led lectures and other presentations by modern art authorities. It aims to be informative, enjoyable, and, most importantly, to provide a contextual framework that enhances the experience of exploring contemporary art galleries.
You will delve into the fundamental "isms" of art, gaining insights into the historical events that have shaped modern art to its present state. Whether you develop a love for modern art or not, the tour encourages an understanding that prevents the uninformed exclamations often heard in modern art galleries, such as "yes, my five-year-old nephew paints better."
Unlike academic discussions on individual museum exhibits, this tour doesn't replicate the detailed descriptions already provided by the curators. Instead, the guide focuses on the broader context, offering guidance on how to appreciate contemporary art and leaving you alone with the artworks for a personal dialogue.
During the tour, you'll encounter masterpieces by Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol, gaining insights into why modern art commands such high prices. The evolution of art from Renoir's creations to the abstraction of Jean-Michel Basquiat will be explored. Additionally, you'll discover the innovative work of the progressive modern artist Guillermo Lorca, who skillfully intertwines reality and dreams.
What’s included?
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Downloadable multimedia audio tour on the WeGoTrip app (English) -
Step-by-step navigation through museum halls -
Offline functionality, audio narration, and written text explanations -
Museum tickets -
Personal guide — you will get the tour on the mobile app
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Earphones — you should bring your own
Things to know
Before you book
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After booking, you will receive an email and SMS with a direct download link for the app and audio-guide.
Cancellation Policy
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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
About operator:
- WeGoTrip improves travelers' experiences by providing instantly available self-guided audio tours with included skip-the-line attraction tickets in one app screen.
- Audio tours on your smartphone
- After purchase, you will receive the link to download the app to take this tour
- Control your experience
- With the in-app audio guide, you decide when to start, pause, and finish your tour
- No internet is required
- All audio tours and tickets can be downloaded to your device anytime
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