Private Tour
The National Gallery of London - Exclusive Guided Museum Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore a world-class art collection with our energetic guides during this 2.5-hour exclusive guided museum tour of the National Gallery. We will discuss the museum’s most prominent paintings so that even first-time visitors can appreciate these iconic works
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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)
Notes: National Gallery and other attractions or museums in London 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Guided Museum Tour
Duration 2.5 Hours
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Temporary exhibitions NOT included
What To Expect
The National Gallery
Instead of browsing the National Gallery aimlessly, immerse yourself in the techniques and history behind some of the world’s most famous artists with a professional guide. You’ve heard of Van Gogh and da Vinci, but what do you really know about them? Learn about the painters behind the paintings. Browse your favorite works by other masters like Botticelli, Monet, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. If none of those names mean anything to you, that will change by the end of the tour. The National Gallery houses paintings dating back to the 1300s all the way up through the 1900s, so there is no shortage of choice. Visit Jan van Eyck’s “The Arnolfini Portrait” or something more familiar like Van Gogh’s “Sunflowers” to understand the full scope of work on display. Learn essential information and history needed to appreciate the more than 2,300 paintings on display at one of the world’s most visited museums.
Options
Private French Tour
Private Museum Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours; Wheelchair Friendly
SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. English
Save money by booking a small group tour of 8 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Private Spanish Tour
Private Museum Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours; Wheelchair Friendly
Private English Tour
Private Museum Tour;Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You;Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours;Wheelchair Friendly
Reviews
99 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best Tour Guide
Kurt S,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was wonderful and the time passed to quickly. She was engaging and very knowledgeable. I was so glad I took this tour.
Matilda was a pleasure and a treasure!
Compass23097328801,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Matilda was great - her subject knowledge and ability to tell us about the art and to tell artist’s stories made this tour five stars!
Go on the tour, it's worth it!
Elizabeth C,
Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00While in London we wanted to visit the National Museum and have experience with private museum tours (The Louvre) so decided to use Viator again. What a great decision! Sheldon gave us the tour of a lifetime, that we will never forget. We told him to show us his favorite pieces and he provided us with amazing commentary on pieces we never would have noticed on our own. He was humorous and informative, so knowledgable about the museum itself and what it contains. His commentary was even enjoyed by an outside patron of the museum who overheard our tour. The fee is a bargain considering what Sheldon provides.
100% returning soon.
M8909RRjohnh,
Aug 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is 100% worth a visit. Very busy but the building is so big you can easily move around. Such fantastic art work in a beautiful building. Even the building is a work of art. I went in August but plan to go back in October not a problem for us as we live in London.
Wonderful Afternoon National Gallery Tour
Julie C,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bec was our tour guide. Bec's knowledge of the art pieces was outstanding and extremely well presented. The tour was 2 1/2 hours and every moment of the tour was informative, educational and provided my husband, Robert and I with a greater insight into these well known pieces and the much deeper meaning behind these pieces. We would do this tour in a heartbeat again. Thank you Bec for being such a wonderful guide. A must do tour for not only experienced art lovers but also relatively novice art lovers like my husband and myself. Best Wishes Bec. Julie and Robert Croker, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Unmissable!
Mariana C,
Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My guide was simply excellent! She knew a lot and the experience was magnificent, although there were many people in the museum she managed to show us the best of the museum, I am more fan of impressionism but thanks to her I learned a spurt more of the Renaissance, she was passionate about art and fortunately when they are small group tours as was the case it is very worthwhile.
THANK YOU LAURENCE!
gabrielamB3154HV,
Jul 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laurence was an excellent guide. Was fun, interesting and different about the way he show us the National Gallery. My 2 daughters (15 and 17) were so interesting in the experience thank to Laurence
Worth it!
Matt M,
Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jake was knowledgeable, engaging, and you could tell passionate about the art and city. Highly recommend.
Amazing tour!
GeraldineW0,
Jul 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour of the National Gallery. Becky was a fantastic guide, very thoughtful in looking after the group and had amazing knowledge and great entertaining commentary! Loved it.
Great guide
Robert p,
Jun 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Stephanie, our tour guide was wonderful ! She gave us so much information and was very knowledgeable about the art work and artists I can’t eat it
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