Women in Art Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

For centuries History of Art has been studied through the work, achievements & eyes of men.

This walking tour aims to change that narrative. We want to show that women were not just objects of art on a canvas - they were its creators and innovators.

Join us on this unique walking tour of the National Gallery's collection.

This walking tour is limited to 5 people - please see our Covid-19 Guidelines for more information.

This walking tour will start at the red telephone box outside the Sainsbury Wing of the National Gallery.

Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour to meet your guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

The National Gallery

For centuries History of Art has been studied through the work, achievements & eyes of men. This walking tour aims to change that narrative. We want to show that women were not just objects of art on a canvas - they were its creators and innovators.This 2.5 hour walking tour will take you through the collection at the National Gallery. The tour highlights a wide range of themes surrounding Women in Art, their representation in paintings, and the influence their own work had on those who came after. Discover the art of 17th Century Artemisia Gentileschi, who was influenced by the naturalistic style of Caravaggio. Find out why she chose to paint biblical narratives about women, and why she portrayed herself as the main character. Learn about the work of impressionist artist Berthe Morisot, whose exhibited her art alongside Monet, Degas and Renoir, despite restrictions on her gender. Uncover the creative talent and contributions these women and many others made to History of Art.

Admission Included

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Meeting points

The National Gallery

Trafalgar Square London United Kingdom

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Options

Women in Art Walking Tour

Reviews

5.00

12 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fascinating tour thru the National Gallery
kikim858,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A fascinating tour through the National Gallery in London. The guide was well-informed and thoughtful, able to provide historical context and connect the artworks to contemporary themes. Highly recommended!
Women in Art
888elaineh,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour of 'Women in Art' in the National Gallery, with Becky, was our fourth with Women of London. Every tour has been of the highest quality, with excellent guides. It's such a fresh approach and one which men as well as women can appreciate. Highly recommended.
Women In Art
5jackyh,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour of the National Gallery was absolutely fascinating . Steph was very knowledgeable and approachable and made the whole experience very enjoyable. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Strong women, great art
33elizas,,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Steph did a really great job of placing each woman in her historical and personal context, how they presented themselves as artists to the world, the way they were supported or undermined by the men in around them. . I had heard of many of these women before, but came away with a new respect for all of them.
Highly recommended! The tour opens new horizons into art.
HeikeH383,,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour with Stéph opens up new insights into art, provides background knowledge and brings the images to life. Highly recommended!
Fabulous tour
RaveCity67,,Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fabulous tour. I learnt so much in a fun and accessible way. Steph, the tour guide, was enthusiastic and very knowledgable. Incredible value for money too.
Wonderful tour and knowledgeable guide
Safari22761762069,,Dec 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had Steph and she was wonderful, so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. The tour was fully thought out and researched, and hit a perfect balance of learning but not pure academia. 100% recommend.
Captivating and learnt a lot
Q7132ATrosiem,,Mar 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was an incredible start to my weekend! I went on the tour with my sister today and we loved Steph's infectious enthusiasm and knowledge for her subject. Steph told the stories of the female painters we explored in such a captivating way, it was hard not to want to become both the best friend of these historic female painter's and Steph's! I learnt a huge amount and the tour has left me hungry to learn more about women in art. Steph made some great reading recommendations which I am keen to follow up on. An amazing way to celebrate the week of International Women's Day.
Amazing experience
randoms957,,Jun 14, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I loved the way Becky was able to explain everything throughout the museum making it easier to understand what we were seeing since we didn’t have audio guides. She’s super sweet and fun made everyone feel comfortable in a new country.
Fascinating tour from a great guide
Fi0na-jane1,,Feb 23, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I have been meaning to write this review for ages but did not forget as the Women in Art tour was such good value and so interesting. We were still quite restricted when Charlotte took me around the National Gallery, and it turned out I was the only one who had booked. Never once did she fail to shine in her sharing of her knowledge and love for the subject. Charlotte really is the best guide, very informative, enthusiastic, and extremely knowledgeable. I got far more out of it than I had expected, and whether you are interested in women’s history or not, this tour will help you appreciate the artwork so much more. I highly recommend it.