The National Gallery of Art private walking tour in Washington DC
Culture & history

The National Gallery of Art private walking tour in Washington DC

from
£230.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Do this because
  • Explore the vast National Gallery of Art with its incredible collection of 4,000 European and American paintings, 31,000 drawings, and more
  • Admire an extensive array of art dating from the medieval and High Renaissance period
  • See many works such as the portrait of Ginevra de Benci, dubbed Washington’s Mona Lisa
  • View the extensive collection of impressionism including works by Mary Cassatt, Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Gauguin and Monet’s iconic Japanese Bridge
  • Wander around the beautiful sculpture garden and end your tour within the grounds of the gallery
What to expect

Join this experience of Washington DC's National Gallery of Art. You'll get a guided tour of its hugely impressive complex, and more.

Founded in 1937 by Andrew W Mellon, a wealthy philanthropist and patron of the arts. It consists of two buildings, the West and East Buildings. The neoclassical West Building was designed by John Russell Pope and is home to earlier collections including one of the most prestigious collections of Renaissance works anywhere in the world. Enjoy hearing about the life and legend of Da Vinci, Raphael, Titian and many others as you gaze at their beautiful masterpieces.

The East Building houses the vast collection of twentieth-century art, with pieces by Picasso, Rothko, Pollock and many legendary contributors to modern art. It also hosts contemporary exhibitions and immersive, interactive art experiences, print and photographic collections. It was opened in 1978 and is a much more modern edifice designed by I.M Pei the Chinese-born American architect who also designed the Louvre in Paris. The tranquil sculpture garden was opened in 1999 and is a lovely way to end your guided tour.

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What's included
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Private tour
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where

National Gallery of Art, Constitution Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, USA

Meeting point:
Your guide will meet you between the flagpoles located at the entrance of the National Gallery.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • that it cannot be guaranteed that any particular work will be on display at a given time as works vary very frequently

Remember to bring:

  • weather-appropriate, comfy clothes and shoes
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Provider
Travel Curious Limited
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 4 days before the experience begins.

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