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National Gallery and British Museum Private Tour London

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120 to 330 minutes (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Mandarin, Russian, Japanese, Polish
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Overview

See the world-famous paintings by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Titan, Vincent van Gogh and other Western-European masters on a guided tour of the National Gallery. Extended options: private transport and a visit to the renowned British Museum.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:

2-hour: National Gallery
This option includes a guided art tour of the National Gallery in London.

3,5-hour: National Gallery & Transfers
This option includes a 1,5H transfer and a 2H guided art tour of the National Gallery in London.

4-hour: National Gallery & British Museum
This option includes a guided art tour of the National Gallery and the British Museum in London.

5,5-hour: National Gallery, British Museum & Transfers
This option includes a 1,5H transfer and a 4H guided art tour of the National Gallery and the British Museum in London.

The National Gallery is one of the most visited art museums in the world and a must-do when you are in London.

What's Included

  • Free admission to the main exhibition in the National Gallery (all options)
  • Free admission to the main exhibition in the British Museum (4 and 5,5-hour options only)
  • Pickup and drop-off by a private car (3,5 and 5,5-hour options only)
  • Free admission to the main exhibition in the British Museum (2 and 3,5-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off by a private car (2 and 5-hour options)
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Included with the options “3,5H: NationalGallery&Transfer” and “5,5H: Gallery,Museum&Transfers”.

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Meeting point

For the options “4H: Gallery & British Museum” and “2-hour: National Gallery”.

44 Trafalgar Square
London WC2N 5DN, UK

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Meet your guide George Washington Statue, 44 Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

London

Enjoy a round-trip transfer from your accommodation to the National Gallery. We will organize a 5-Star Driver and a clean, air-conditioned vehicle for your pickup and drop–off at the accommodation address provided when booking. This option includes private transfers exclusively for you and your group of friends/family, so you don't have to worry about sharing.
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1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

National Gallery

Guided tour of the National Gallery in Trafalgar Square, London. This famous art museum houses a national collection of roughly 2,300 paintings by 750 artists from the Western European tradition from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Even people with limited art knowledge will recognise the museum’s highlights, such as the iconic Sunflowers by Vincent Van Gogh or The Virgin of the Rocks by Leonardo da Vinci. As you explore galleries, corridors and staircases filled with beautiful art, your Expert Guide will take you on a journey through centuries of art history. Learn about the artists, their styles and techniques, as well as their muses, from Greek gods to Tudor diplomats. You will have the full attention of your Private Guide, so you can freely ask questions and choose the topics that interest you the most. Feel the power of art as a story device!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

The British Museum

Visit The British Museum with an Expert Guide, who will make the experience so much better. The British Museum houses one of the world’s greatest collections of rare historical, cultural and architectural objects from Ancient Egypt, Africa, Oceania, Asia, Middle East, the Americas and Europe, including ancient Greece and Rome. See highlights such as the Rosetta Stone of Egypt and immerse yourself in world history, archeology and ethnography!
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
  • Please note that private car transfers and the British Museum are not included in a 2-hour option.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the National Gallery and British Museum Private Tour London?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Free admission to the main exhibition in the National Gallery (all options)
  • Free admission to the main exhibition in the British Museum (4 and 5,5-hour options only)
  • Pickup and drop-off by a private car (3,5 and 5,5-hour options only)
  • - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Private History Tour of the National Gallery and the British Museum -
  • Licensed Expert Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Free admission to the main exhibition in the British Museum (2 and 3,5-hour options)
  • Pickup and drop-off by a private car (2 and 5-hour options)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
  • Please note that private car transfers and the British Museum are not included in a 2-hour option.
  • Free admission to the National Gallery and British Museum includes permanent exhibitions only. You will need to buy tickets (online or on site) to see the temporary exhibitions.
  • Due to gallery regulations, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-11 people, so the price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
  • The 3,5- and 5,5-hour options include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer between the meeting point and your accommodation. Transfer time may change due to distance and traffic.
  • We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van or minibus for groups of 5 and more. Book a 5-people tour if you want to travel in a larger car.

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