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Small group on a private tour admiring Renaissance art at the National Gallery
Expert guide leading a private tour inside the National Gallery galleries
Visitors engaged in a private tour of the National Gallery with a personal guide
Small group enjoying a personalized art experience at the National Gallery in London
Private tour guide discussing Leonardo da Vinci’s “Virgin of the Rocks”
National Gallery London exterior with neoclassical colonnade in Trafalgar Square

    Private National Gallery Tour: A Personal Journey through Masterpieces

    Discover the National Gallery's masterpieces on a 2-hour private tour. Enjoy a personalized journey with an expert guide through works by Van Gogh, da Vinci, and Botticelli.
    Small group on a private tour admiring Renaissance art at the National Gallery
    Expert guide leading a private tour inside the National Gallery galleries
    Visitors engaged in a private tour of the National Gallery with a personal guide
    Small group enjoying a personalized art experience at the National Gallery in London
    Private tour guide discussing Leonardo da Vinci’s “Virgin of the Rocks”
    National Gallery London exterior with neoclassical colonnade in Trafalgar Square

    Why Choose a Private National Gallery Tour

    Experience art in a more personal and meaningful way. This private tour of London’s National Gallery offers an intimate journey through masterpieces by Van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Turner and many more, with an expert guide dedicated exclusively to you.

    With your reserved entry time and a flexible pace, you can explore the Gallery without the rush of larger groups. Your guide will help you navigate the collection while revealing the stories, symbolism and historical context behind the paintings that shaped Western art.

    Highlights of the Collection

    Home to over 2,000 paintings dating from the 13th to the 19th century, the National Gallery houses iconic works from the Italian Renaissance, Dutch Golden Age, Spanish Baroque and French Impressionism. During this tour, you will encounter some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces, including:

    • Vincent van Gogh – “Sunflowers”
    • Leonardo da Vinci – “The Virgin of the Rocks”
    • Sandro Botticelli – “The Birth of Venus”
    • J.M.W. Turner – “The Fighting Temeraire”
    • Jan van Eyck – “The Arnolfini Portrait”
    • Michelangelo – “The Entombment”
    • Hans Holbein the Younger – “The Ambassadors”
    • Titian – “Bacchus and Ariadne”
    • John Constable – “The Hay Wain”
    • Raphael – “The Madonna of the Pinks”
    • Anonymous Master – “The Wilton Diptych”
    • Diego Velázquez – “The Rokeby Venus”
    • Claude Monet – “The Water-Lily Pond”
    • Frans Hals – “The Laughing Cavalier”
    • Pierre-Auguste Renoir – “The Umbrellas”
    • Caravaggio – “The Supper at Emmaus”

    A Personalised and VIP-Style Experience

    This private National Gallery tour is designed around you. Whether you are fascinated by the Italian Renaissance, Dutch masters, Romantic landscapes or Impressionist light, your guide can adapt the itinerary to your interests and questions.

    Travelling with a partner, family or friends? This experience allows time to pause, discuss, observe details up close and truly understand the artist’s vision—something often impossible in group visits.

    Who This Tour Is Perfect For

    • Art lovers who want expert insight and meaningful dialogue
    • Couples or families seeking a refined cultural experience
    • First-time visitors who want a clear and well-guided introduction
    • Repeat visitors wishing to explore new artists or artistic periods in depth

    Rather than wandering through endless galleries, this private tour ensures a focused, enriching and memorable artistic journey in the heart of London.

    When:
    Every day
    Tour Times:
    10:00 AM, 2:00 PM
    Duration:
    2 hours
    Private Tour Pricing
    DescriptionCost
    Base Rate (1-2 partecipants)
    £290
    Each additional adult (aged 16+)
    +£35
    Each additional child (aged 6-16)
    +£25
    Children under 6 years old
    Free
    Meeting Point
    • The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom

    National Gallery Tour – FAQ

    • Do we skip the line at the National Gallery?

      Entry is free and there are no traditional ticket lines, but there can be queues for security at peak times. Your guide will help you navigate entry efficiently.

    • How will I recognize the guide?

      Once booked, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a precise meeting point and your guide’s direct contact number for easy coordination.

    • Can the tour be customized if we love a specific artist?

      Yes. Share your interests (e.g., Renaissance, Impressionists) during booking or at the start; the guide will tailor the itinerary accordingly.

    • Is the National Gallery wheelchair accessible?

      Yes. It features step-free routes, lifts to all floors, and accessible facilities. We can plan the route to use the most accessible paths.

    • What is the payment process?

      Your slot is secured after we confirm guide availability. You’ll then receive an invoice and a secure link to complete payment.

    • Cancellation Policy

      The booking holder can cancel at any time by simply sending us an email within the deadlines below:

      • Up to 72 hours before the tour: Full refund, minus a 2.5% payment processing fee.
      • Less than 72 hours: No refund.

      If we must cancel the tour due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control (e.g., exceptional weather or operational issues), you will be notified in advance and receive a 100% refund with no deductions.

      All times refer to the local time at the tour location.

    What guests say about this tour

    Sarah C.
    An excellent experience at the National Gallery. Luca was friendly, knowledgeable, and never boring. The tour was also perfectly suited for teenagers. Highly recommended
    Ugo M.
    We had an extraordinary visit to the National Gallery with Luca as our guide. He was attentive, incredibly well prepared, and very adaptable to our interests. The selection of artworks was perfectly balanced and thoughtfully curated.
    Rita L.
    What impressed us most was Luca’s ability to explain art to people with very different levels of knowledge. My partner has an artistic background and loved the depth of the explanations, while I found everything clear, engaging, and easy to remember.
    David H.
    A wonderful guided tour. Luca is clearly passionate about his work and extremely competent. His explanations were clear, engaging, and he answered every question with ease. Highly recommended.
    Maria J.
    We often take guided tours, but this one truly stood out. Luca was knowledgeable, passionate, and very approachable. His way of explaining the artworks made all the difference. We would choose him again without hesitation.
    Camilla M.
    We visited the National Gallery with Luca and were truly impressed. He has a broad cultural background and a captivating way of explaining artworks, even lesser-known ones. Our children were completely engaged throughout the visit.
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