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The National Gallery of Art DC Guided Museum Tour - Semi-Private 8ppl Max

Overview
This 2.5 hour semi-private guided museum tour welcomes up to 8 guests who want to see the world’s most iconic artists inside two extraordinary buildings. The National Gallery of Art in Washington DC is a world-class museum housing an incredible timeline of Western Art from the old masters of the Renaissance to the quintessential personalities of the 20th Century. Raphael, Rembrandt, Renoir, Picasso, and Rothko are just a handful of artist on view (as well as Vigee le Brun, Cassatt, and O’Keeffe).

Take excursion through the changes of history as told by magnificent works of art - money, power, war, hope, and triumph. From the intimacy of a da Vinci portrait to sweep of a Monet to the bold strokes of a Kandinsky, you will be dazzled by the vast holdings and the stories that accompany them. You’ll delight over familiar names and hidden gems while our passionate guides navigate you through notable highlights of technique and artwork from over the past seven centuries.
City: Washington DC
Mon 24 Feb
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Starting at $94.34
Mon 24 Feb
Starting at $94.34
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What's Included
Semi-Private Museum Tour
Duration 2.5 Hours
Professional Tour Guide
Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum
Additional Info
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
  • Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Notes: National Gallery and other attractions or museums in DC 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.
What To Expect
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National Gallery of Art
Enter the National Gallery of Art and follow your guide through one of America’s best collections of artwork produced by Renaissance artists, French Impressionists, and great American painters. See works from Claude Monet, Raphael, Gilbert Stuart, and Edgar Degas, as well as more modern artists like Picasso, Pollock, Warhol, and O’Keefe, as you learn what’s really behind the creation of some of these pieces. Your guide will lead the way through the halls of the museum, telling stories, and stopping at famous works of art. Some pieces you’ll see on this tour include “Ginevra de’Benci” by Leonardo da Vinci, “Self Portrait” by Vincent Van Gogh, and “Woman with a Parasol” by Claude Monet. Listen as your guide fills you in on the techniques behind some of the paintings, as well as some of the history and scandals that happened because of them. You’ll also learn about the museum’s building which took just 100 years to transition from a nearly hollow building to the home of the US’s best art collections.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (30)
Katiemac56
May 2022
Donna was extremely knowledgeable and personable. I have taken several tours with Babylon which have all been good but Donna so far is my favorite guide due to her in depth expertise and ability to convey a large amount of information in an organized, relaxed manner. Will always ask for her in the future if possible when in Washington DC. Very impressed with the overall quality of Babylon tours also.
P6659ZYkathrynr
May 2022
Richard did an amazing job bringing the art to life. He was engaging and knowledgeable. His humor made the tour memorable.
Christine R
May 2022
The National Gallery of Art has a massive collection. While we could have easily spent days looking at all the various paintings and sculptures, this tour helped us find and focus on some of the most important works of art in the collection. Donna was our guide, and she took us on a journey that illuminated how art evolved in Europe from the early works made for the church to the expansion of the Renaissance to the birth of Impressionism. She also continued that story to explain to us what was happening with art in America. Beyond just seeing art, we learned a lot from Donna. We left with a much stronger understanding and appreciation of the art masters. Donna is an amazing teacher. What did we see on our tour? Degas, da Vinci, Raphael, Rubens, Van Dyck, Matisse, Manet, Monet, Bierstadt, Church, Whistler and so much more! Sure. We could easily see the National Gallery of Art on our own — but on this tour we experienced a fascinating journey through art history. This has been one of the highlights of our trip to DC, and we will undoubtedly be talking about it for years to come. Thank you, Donna and Babylon.

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