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With Rosa
Private Tour around the National Gallery
195 reviews
2.5 hours | city highlight tours | London
Enjoy a two hour private tour with an Art Historian around the National Gallery and enjoy the well-known and much loved paintings in this wonderful space together with your very own local guide by your side.
Mini Masters: A National Gallery Adventure for Kids
38 reviews
2.5 hours | skip the line tours | London
Bring art to life for your kids on this fun and interactive 2-hour tour of the National Gallery. From heroic Renaissance scenes to dramatic Baroque masterpieces and colorful Impressionist brushstrokes, young explorers will discover stories, symbols, and surprises in every gallery. Perfect for families, this experience turns world-famous paintings into an unforgettable adventure.
Masterpieces of the National Gallery: A Journey Through European Art
340 reviews
3 hours | skip the line tours | London
Step into centuries of artistic genius on this 2.5-hour guided tour of London’s iconic National Gallery. From the harmony of the High Renaissance to the passion of the Baroque and the bold color of Impressionism, discover the stories behind the masterpieces with your expert local host. Whether you're new to art or a seasoned enthusiast, this tour brings the world’s most celebrated paintings vividly to life.
"Our tour of the National Gallery with Rosa was the highlight of our extended Holiday. We met her promptly at 10:30 and had her undivided attention from then on. She has a profound depth of knowledge of the paintings contained in not only this collection but in the other museums of the world. We let her know what our interests were and any particular highlights we wished to see and she catered the visit to meet our needs. She is adept at reading your reactions and if something is not piquing your interest she moves on. Likewise if something not on the agenda catches your eye she is willing and capable to stop and discuss it with you. She is personable and has a wonderful sense of humor. We felt privileged to explore this truly amazing collection with Rosa and highly recommend her to anyone. If you wish to not only see the collection but to understand the history and context of the art Rosa is an excellent choice."
"We loved our private tour of the National Gallery with Rosa . She is an unbelievably knowledgeable art historian and an absolute delight . We had a limited amount of time and she managed to pick out the most beautiful and interesting works of art to show us (from Leonardo De Vinci to Raphael to Monet). I highly recommend a tour with Rosa and look forward to seeing her again the next time I am in London."
"Chris was incredible to work with. The minute I booked the tour he reached out to get information on our group and what we would be interested in. He even went so far as to reach out to our tour guide from the previous day to make sure he covered different topics. He was knowledgeable and entertaining and our group absolutely loved the tour. Could not recommend Chris as a tour guide enough. Thank you, Chris! "
Step into a world of artistic wonder at The National Gallery in London. Imagine seeing masterpieces up close, guided by a local who knows every secret. Our private National Gallery tours make art come alive!
A Gift to the Nation: The National Gallery
Founded in 1824, The National Gallery began with just 38 paintings. It was created for the public, to be enjoyed by everyone, a revolutionary idea for its time. Explore its rich history on a private tour.
Van Gogh's Sunflowers at The National Gallery
Stand before one of the most famous paintings in the world, Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers'. With a local guide, you'll learn the emotional story behind this iconic masterpiece and see it in a whole new light.
A National Treasure: The Fighting Temeraire
Discover J.M.W. Turner's 'The Fighting Temeraire,' once voted the nation's greatest painting. A local expert can reveal the powerful symbolism of this majestic warship being towed to its final resting place.
Secrets of The National Gallery's Collection
Did you know The National Gallery houses over 2,300 paintings from the 13th to the 20th century? A private tour uncovers hidden gems and stories you'd miss on your own, making your visit unforgettable.
Art & Tea Near The National Gallery
After immersing yourself in art, what could be more British than afternoon tea? Your local guide can recommend the best spots near Trafalgar Square to relax and discuss your favorite paintings over scones.
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"We really enjoyed our visit to the National Art Gallery with Rosa as our guide. Her love of art and the museum was beautiful to experience. She provided details about various works of art that we appreciated and did not know about. I'm glad we decided to ask her to be our guide, as it made the visit more memorable. "
"Fantastic tour - Rosa did well to condense it all , you could spend days and days . Her knowledge is fantastic for novices and also for serious art lovers . We all learnt alot in a fun setting . Great place on a hot London day."
"We had a wonderful afternoon with Rosa at the National Gallery. She ensured our group got to enjoy the pieces on our priority list while providing much useful information on the artist, their media, technique and times. I learned more in three hours with Rosa than in all my art history classes. Rosa, you rock!
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"Tom had great historical knowledge and recall of many sites of interest including the architect. He was also helpful in navigating the Tube strike for places we needed to go."
"Rosa is the best tour guide I have ever had and I have been on many tours of Europe’s great museums: the Louvre, the Prado, Villa Borghese …. She is so knowledgeable and down to earth with her presentations that our uneducated questions were answered respectfully and clearly. She also added so much information on how to interpret art works in our future travel. Do not hesitate to book her for your art history tour. "
"Rosa’s vast experience and technical knowledge made her the most appropriate docent/guide for me. Additionally she has a great sense of humor and catered to my viewing wishes. Thanks Rosa. "
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