Official National Gallery highlights 1-hour guided tour
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Take the opportunity to explore London’s National Gallery on a guided tour. Discover the history of the collection and the stories behind the pieces during the tour, and continue your exploration by yourself afterward. While away the hours with centuries of art and culture in one of London’s best attraction.
Listen to the story of European art as you admire the various masterpieces the National Gallery holds. The Gallery holds some of the greatest paintings in the world. Admire the more than 2.600 paintings from Medieval, to Renaissance, Impressionists up to the modern days. Your Blue Badge Guide will lead you around the Gallery for approximately one hour. Before and after the tour, you are welcome to explore at your own leisure.
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- Discover the best of the National Gallery
- Enjoy a guided tour by a Blue Badge Guide
- Follow a 1-hour guided tour
- Explore the Gallery at your own leisure
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Google Reviews
Alessandra Niespolo
3 weeks agoVisiting The National Gallery was truly a magical experience. From the moment I entered, I was captivated by the atmosphere and every room tells a different story through its paintings. The layout makes it easy to explore, and the colors, details, and emotions in each artwork are breathtaking. It’s not just a museum but it’s a journey through art and history that leaves you inspired and full of wonder.
Amanda Macquarie
2 weeks agoMy visit to the National Gallery was an absolutely breathtaking journey through art history. Housing an unparalleled collection of Western European art, the gallery allows you to stand mere feet away from iconic works by Van Gogh’s iconic ’Sunflowers‘, Monet’s enchanting ‘Water Lilies’ series, and several works by the legendary Leonardo da Vinci. With so many extraordinary artworks on display. The layout is logical and easy to navigate, leading you seamlessly from the Renaissance to the Impressionists. What's remarkable is that this world-class cultural experience is free to all. It's more than just a museum; it's a quiet oasis of beauty in the heart of bustling London and a powerful testament to human creativity.
ARINDAM DEB
2 weeks agoNational gallery is must visit place at City of London, it is at Trafalgar Square at collection of masterpieces, including famous paintings and portraits. It offers free entry. It highlight the well-curated exhibitions, the helpful audio guide, and the peaceful atmosphere. Staffs are knowledgeable and friendly. But I think security must be increased because the collection of master pieces should be protected because these are real national assets.
Andy Smith
in the last weekI have visited the Gallery several times over the years and I'm still as impressed today as I was on my first visit. There is something for everyone and there are many very beautiful pieces of art. Rembrandt, Turner, Gainsborough,Titian,Holbein,van Dyke, Monet, Van Gogh, Rubens, the list is endless and very impressive. There is no entrance fee, there are cafes, restrooms, cloakrooms and lots and lots to see. Give yourself plenty of time to make the most of your visit.
David Chin
a month agoGreat collection here at the British National Gallery! Free entry means anyone can enjoy and have glance with these master art works! Strongly encourage to donate what you can to keep this free entry. There donation boxes at the entrance and around the gallery. Must see when you are in London! Thank you!
