Skip the queues by entering through a separate entrance and unravel 700 years of classic European art at the National Gallery with the help of a Blue Badge guide.
Highlights
Highlights
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Here's a treat for all art lovers! Explore one of the finest collections of European art in the world, spanning over 700 years, at London's National Gallery,
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Led by a Blue Badge guide, learn why these paintings became famous, like Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' one of the first paintings in the color yellow.
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Enter the Gallery before or after the tour and explore as long as you want at your own pace.
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Discover over 2,600 paintings by artists like Botticelli, Raphael, and Leonardo da Vinci, including the sensual 'Mars and Venus'.
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Opt for a 3-hour private tour or upgrade your tour with afternoon tea at Ochre, featuring baked scones, seasonal pastries, and sandwiches.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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1-hour guided tour of the National Gallery
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Blue Badge guide
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VOX headset device (as per option selected)
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1.5-hour afternoon tea (menu here)(as per option selected)
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Private tour of the Gallery (as per option selected)
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3-hour guided walking tour of Trafalgar Square (as per option selected)
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Small group of max 10 people (as per option selected)
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
You can cancel these tickets up to 30 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Your experience
Your experience
Artistic journey with a Blue Badge guide
Take a walk through the National Gallery, an iconic art museum nestled in the heart of London. Whether you choose a standard guided tour or opt for the exclusive 3-hour private experience, your visit is curated to offer an unforgettable journey through centuries of artistic brilliance. Enter through a separate entrance to avoid the crowds. Guided by a knowledgeable Blue Badge guide, an accredited guide for tourists in the UK, traverse the labyrinth of over 2,600 masterpieces that span 7 centuries of artistic endeavors. Marvel at masterpieces by Van Gogh, da Vinci, Monet, and Raphael – each artwork a doorway into a bygone era. Explore paintings that cover a variety of topics, like Titian's 'Bacchus and Ariadne' which depicts mythology, love, and humanism.
Upgrade to indulge in British traditions
After immersing yourself in the world of art, partake in a classic British tradition – afternoon tea, at the newly opened museum restaurant, Ochre. Savor freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry jam, alongside a selection of finely-crafted pastries and sandwiches. This gastronomical delight is complemented by a choice of fresh loose tea and barista coffee. On the other hand, you can also opt for a private tour of the Gallery, with an exclusive group of a maximum of 10 people, and explore Trafalgar Square on a 3-hour guided walking tour.
Know before you go
Know before you go
What's not allowed
The National Gallery
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Keep in mind that luggage and large bags are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!
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Video recording is strictly not allowed at this venue.
Accessibility
The National Gallery
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
River Thames Cruise
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Additional information
The National Gallery
- Not all paintings are available to view every day.
River Thames Cruise
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Facilities: restrooms and baby changing facilities
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The average cruising time for a Thames sightseeing cruise from one pier to the other is 40mins except from Westminster Pier to London Eye Pier which is 10mins.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show valid ID.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide at Getty Entrance, The National Gallery.
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Address: Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom.
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Landmark: Inside Annenberg Court near the information desk on the right-hand side. The Getty entrance is not the main entrance.
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