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The National Gallery of London: A Guided Tour of Iconic Art Collections
5.0
106 Ratings
Greater London
Discover an exceptional collection of art with our dynamic guides on this exclusive 2.5-hour tour of the National Gallery. We’ll delve into the most eminent paintings the museum has to offer, making sure even first-time guests can admire these renowned masterpieces.
Discover an exceptional collection of art with our dynamic guides on this exclusive 2.5-hour tour of the National Gallery. We’ll delve into the most eminent paintings the museum has to offer, making sure even first-time guests can admire these renowned masterpieces.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- National Gallery - Instead of browsing the National Gallery aimlessly, immerse yourself in the techniques and history behind some of the world’s most famous artists with a professional guide. You’ve heard of Van Gogh and da Vinci, but what do you really know about them? Learn about the painters behind the paintings. Browse your favorite works by…
- National Gallery - Instead of browsing the National Gallery aimlessly, immerse yourself in the techniques and history behind some of the world’s most famous artists with a professional guide. You’ve heard of Van Gogh and da Vinci, but what do you really know about them? Learn about the painters behind the paintings. Browse your favorite works by other masters like Botticelli, Monet, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. If none of those names mean anything to you, that will change by the end of the tour.
The National Gallery houses paintings dating back to the 1300s all the way up through the 1900s, so there is no shortage of choice. Visit Jan van Eyck’s \
What's Included
- Exclusive Tour Guide (Exceptions with ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
- Wheelchair Accessible (Exceptions with ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
- Professional Guided Museum Tour
- Comprehensive 2.5-Hour Tour Duration
- Exclusive Tour Guide (Exceptions with ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
- Wheelchair Accessible (Exceptions with ‘SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE’ option)
- Professional Guided Museum Tour
- Comprehensive 2.5-Hour Tour Duration
What's Not Included
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Temporary exhibitions NOT included
- Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
- Temporary exhibitions NOT included
Additional Information
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: National Gallery and other attractions or museums in London 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…
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: National Gallery and other attractions or museums in London 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.
Location
The National Gallery
Trafalgar Square
Meet your guide outside the Sainsbury wing entrance by the red telephone booth situated on the sidewalk of Pall Mall E across the street from the Canada House.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(106 Ratings)
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Lita_t
May 2, 2026
Amazing Experience - Guide Stef was very knowledgeable and skilled at describing the work of art and its place in history.
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Marianne_k
Apr 28, 2026
Exceptional Tour and guide! - Becky was an excellent well informed guide to this incredible museum. I would highly recommend this tour and Becky to navigate this iconic museum.
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Marty
Apr 22, 2026
An expert guide - We enjoyed an excellent tour with Sheldon at the National Gallery. He appeared to use a social cultural approach when he explained the selected works of art. He then wove the facts at hand into really fascinating antidotes about both the artist and the times they lived in. It was educational as well as entertaining and highly memorable. The afternoon flew by.
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Ann
Apr 13, 2026
Becky is an extraordinary guide to the National Gallery - Becky is an amazingly knowledgeable guide - she knows an extraordinary amount about art, art history and the National Gallery collections.
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Safari65487732354
Apr 12, 2026
Most amazingly well informed guide ever! - Our guide was astoundingly knowledgeable - absolutely wonderful!
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Charles_f
Mar 20, 2026
A great tour with an amazing guide. - We had an amazing tour with Steph! She was both incredibly knowledgeable about art history and also very passionate about the subject. That combo made for a wonderful afternoon exploring the museum. I highly recommend!!
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Richard
Dec 21, 2025
Great visit - Very entertaining and enthusiastic tour by Stephanie K.For non-experts she made the history of art very relevant. A great tour.
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Kurt_s
Oct 11, 2025
Best Tour Guide - Our guide was wonderful and the time passed to quickly. She was engaging and very knowledgeable. I was so glad I took this tour.
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Compass23097328801
Sep 20, 2025
Matilda was a pleasure and a treasure! - Matilda was great - her subject knowledge and ability to tell us about the art and to tell artist’s stories made this tour five stars!
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Elizabeth_c
Sep 8, 2025
Go on the tour, it's worth it! - While in London we wanted to visit the National Museum and have experience with private museum tours (The Louvre) so decided to use Viator again. What a great decision! Sheldon gave us the tour of a lifetime, that we will never forget. We told him to show us his favorite pieces and he provided us with amazing commentary on pieces we never would have noticed on our own. He was humorous and informative, so knowledgable about the museum itself and what it contains. His commentary was even enjoyed by an outside patron of the museum who overheard our tour. The fee is a bargain considering what Sheldon provides.
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