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Private or Shared National Gallery Tour with PhD Art Historian

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Overview

Step into the heart of London's cultural soul with this guided exploration of the National Gallery. Choose between a small semi-private group (max 5 guests) or a fully private one-to-one experience—both led by a PhD-trained art historian.

Semi-Private Group Tour:
Engage in relaxed, thoughtful conversation while discovering works by Botticelli, Leonardo, Caravaggio, Turner, Monet, and more.

Private Tour:
A bespoke encounter tailored just for you. We’ll move slowly, uncover symbolism and iconography, and dive into masterpieces by Piero della Francesca, Titian, El Greco, Seurat, and others.
Includes skip-the-line access and entry to temporary exhibitions.

Whether you’re an art lover, solo traveler, or simply curious, this experience offers personal connection with the timeless beauty of European painting.

What's Included

  • Expert guidance by a PhD art historian for a semi-private group (maximum 5 guests) or private 1-to-1

    Meeting Location

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    Trafalgar Square
    London WC2N 5DN, UK

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    What To Expect

    National Gallery

    Explore London’s National Gallery on a semi-private or one-to-one tour with a PhD-trained art historian.Over the course of three hours, you’ll uncover the timeless beauty and meaning behind masterpieces from the Italian Renaissance, British Romanticism, and French Impressionism.
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    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • This experience is best suited for adults and teens aged 15+.
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private or Shared National Gallery Tour with PhD Art Historian?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5570539P1

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private or Shared National Gallery Tour with PhD Art Historian?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).
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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Expert guidance by a PhD art historian for a semi-private group (maximum 5 guests) or private 1-to-1.
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    The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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    Accessibility information for the Private or Shared National Gallery Tour with PhD Art Historian is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • This experience is best suited for adults and teens aged 15+.
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private or Shared National Gallery Tour with PhD Art Historian will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    • Expert guidance by a PhD art historian for a semi-private group (maximum 5 guests) or private 1-to-1

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • This experience is best suited for adults and teens aged 15+.
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 5 travelers

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