The National Gallery of Art private walking tour in Washington DC
Join this experience of Washington DC's National Gallery of Art. You'll get a guided tour of its hugely impressive complex, and more.Founded in 1937 by Andrew W Mellon, a wealthy philanthropist and patron of the arts. It consists of two buildings, the West and East Buildings. The neoclassical West Building was designed by John Russell Pope and is home to earlier collections including one of the most prestigious collections of Renaissance works anywhere in the world. Enjoy hearing about the life and legend of Da Vinci, Raphael, Titian and many others as you gaze at their beautiful masterpieces. The East Building houses the vast collection of twentieth-century art, with pieces by Picasso, Rothko, Pollock and many legendary contributors to modern art. It also hosts contemporary exhibitions and immersive, interactive art experiences, print and photographic collections. It was opened in 1978 and is a much more modern edifice designed by I.M Pei the Chinese-born American architect who also designed the Louvre in Paris. The tranquil sculpture garden was opened in 1999 and is a lovely way to end your guided tour.
Highlights
- Explore the vast National Gallery of Art with its incredible collection of 4,000 European and American paintings, 31,000 drawings, and more
- Admire an extensive array of art dating from the medieval and High Renaissance period
- See many works such as the portrait of Ginevra de Benci, dubbed Washington’s Mona Lisa
- View the extensive collection of impressionism including works by Mary Cassatt, Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Gauguin and Monet’s iconic Japanese Bridge
- Wander around the beautiful sculpture garden and end your tour within the grounds of the gallery
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
3 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Guided walking tour
- Private tour
Not included
- Food and drinks
Where you'll meet
Your guide will meet you between the flagpoles located at the entrance of the National Gallery.
Operated by
Travel Curious Limited
Important information
Know in advance:
* that it cannot be guaranteed that any particular work will be on display at a given time as works vary very frequently
Remember to bring:
* weather-appropriate, comfy clothes and shoes