About this experience
Engage with art in a whole new way on this interactive tour inside the National Gallery of Art. Delve into fascinating stories behind renowned pieces, like the only Da Vinci in the Americas, and uncover the rivalries, scandals, and personal tales that shaped the art world. Designed for families and those curious about art, this tour adapts to your group's interests and pace for a relaxed, enjoyable experience. Enjoy a fully conversational format that skips the dry academic approach and makes art more relatable and intriguing.
- Visit the National Gallery of Art with expert-led storytelling
- Adaptable pacing to fit your group's energy and curiosity
- Perfect for families looking to engage kids in art without pressure
- Explore significant art history moments, like Van Gogh's rivalry with Gauguin
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- A Unique Art Perspective
- Real Discussions That Make Art Come To Life
- Levity, Stories, and Fun
Not included
- Encouraged but never mandatory
- Guests are encouraged to bring their own bottled water.
Itinerary and highlights
Watch art come to life through story, important historical context, and a lot of levity. This is your opportunity to finally ask the “dumb” questions you’ve always wanted to about art, why we study it, and why humans are so drawn to it. We work from the West Building, through to the East, with a little snack break to keep spirits high. At the end, art won’t be this far-away, out-of-reach concept. Instead, it will transform into this digestible, almost empathetic view for the art and its artists.
Meeting and pickup information
- Enter on the Madison Dr. NW side, and if able, walk up the large stairs. Go through security, and your guide will meet you in front of The Mercury Fountain.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Friends in DC Touring Co.
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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