Private Tour of the National Gallery of Art

Washington DC, District of Columbia

Private Tour of the National Gallery of Art

Washington DC, District of Columbia

Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes

Package: Up to 5 people

Overview

Experience a personalized, private tour of the National Gallery Museum in Washington DC, delving into the enthralling narratives of magnificent masterpieces, accompanied by the passionate and knowledgeable guide, Tosca!

🖼 Enjoy an intimate museum experience with expert guide, Tosca

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 Join your group of up to 5 people for a personalized art adventure

🎭 Tosca, who has studied and resided in Paris, Italy, and London (UK), will offer her comprehensive expertise in European Art history

👨‍🎨 Admire masterpieces by legendary artists such as Rembrandt, Raphael, Picasso, and many others

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Friday-Sunday 10:00am - 2:00pm
*Requests only, pending tour guide availability

Full description

This private tour guarantees an intimate and personalized experience, limited to just 5 guests. This means you'll have plenty of space to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the artwork, without feeling like you're lost in a sea of tourists.

Tosca is a true connoisseur of European art history, with extensive knowledge and passion. Having lived and studied in Paris, Italy, and London, she'll guide you through the museum with grace and expertise.

Private Tour Highlights Include (if artwork is not on loan or being restored):
• Leonardo da Vinci, Ginevra de’Benci
• Raphael, The Alba Madonna
• Giovanni Bellini, The Feast of the Gods
• Johannes Vermeer, Girl with the Red Hat
• Rembrandt, Self-portrait
• Claude Monet, The Japanese Footbridge
• Van Gogh, Self-Portrait

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: Recommended for children 7 years or older. Your guide, Tosca, loves being able to share her passion for art with younger children.
Individuals with disabilities: The National Gallery of Art is wheelchair accessible and service animals are allowed. The museum provides wheelchairs at each entrance on a first-come, first served basis.
Languages: English and French
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: The tour will last 2-2.5 hours depending on participant engagement.
What’s included: Guided tour of the National Gallery of Art. You're welcome to explore the gallery before and after the tour as well.
Who will be present: Your licensed tour guide, Tosca Ruggieri, and the members of your group will be on the tour, however there will be other visitors at the National Gallery. Maximum 5 participants.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone in the tour must be included in the reservation.
Photo/ video: Photography for personal use is permitted except where specifically prohibited. Monopods, tripods, and selfie sticks are not permitted inside the National Gallery buildings. Small tripods may be used by visitors on the National Gallery's outdoor grounds, including in the Sculpture Garden, except during heavily attended events.
Specific rules to follow:
- Talking on cellular phones is not permitted in the galleries or auditoriums.
- Food and drink is only permitted in the National Gallery cafés and may not be carried into the galleries or auditoriums.
- Glass containers are not permitted.
- Smoking is prohibited in all National Gallery facilities.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: This is an indoor experience.
Arrival: Plan to arrive promptly at your tour time. It is recommended to give yourself extra time to find parking.
Parking: It is encouraged to take advantage of public transportation. There is no public parking facility at the National Gallery, though limited parking is set aside for visitors with disabilities whose vehicles have the appropriate tags or placards. Parking is available on surrounding streets and in commercial garages. The 6th Street entrance to the West Building and the 4th Street entrance to the East Building have ramps to accommodate wheelchairs and strollers, and elevators at these entrances provide access to galleries and public areas.
What to wear: Comfortable shoes and clothing, appropriate for the weather and exploring the galleries.
What to bring: You are welcome to bring a water bottle, but it must be concealed at all times while in the galleries or checked at the entrance.
Restrooms/ checkroom: Restrooms are available onsite. There is also a checkroom where you can check bags (subject to inspection) and coats. Laptops, cameras, fur coats, and other items of value cannot be checked, but they may be carried into the galleries.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 7 days before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 7 days in advance means losing the value of your experience.