Private tours
Discover over 700 years of some of the world's greatest art on one of our expert-led tours.
Art expert guide delivering a private tour
Get in contact with our dedicated team now to organise your tour.
Choose your theme
Highlights tour
Join our expert guides on a tour of 700 years of art from the late 13th to the early 20th century, exploring the most popular paintings and artists in our collection.
Heroes and villains
Go on an adventure with the heroes and villains of the National Gallery. This guided tour will introduce you to the myths and legends behind some of the Gallery’s greatest paintings.
Impressionists tour
Discover our world-class Impressionist collection in this tour of paintings by the artists who laid the foundations for modern art.
Women in art
The role of women in art has often gone unspoken. This tour tells the stories of the women both in and behind the paintings, unveiling inspirational tales and hidden histories.
Royal tour
Rub shoulders with royalty on this collection tour. Meet Kings, Queens, and other regal figures, learning the stories behind the paintings and their lasting influences as both sitters and patrons.
Other unique experiences
Bespoke experiences
If you have a specific request or requirement such as a specialist or different language, on a specific artist, painting or subject, contact us at TravelTrade@nationalgallery.org.uk and we will be happy to discuss how we can tailor your experience.
Our general Gallery visiting opening hours are 10am–6pm every day, and until 9pm on Fridays.
We also offer out-of-hours tours, please get in touch at TravelTrade@nationalgallery.org.uk to find out more.
Read more about our visiting information.
All our tours, except the scheduled Daytime Highlights Tours, are private, exclusively reserved for your guests. However, please note that daytime tours take place during regular Gallery opening hours and members of the public will also be enjoying our collection
For a more intimate and private experience, we recommend considering our out of hours tours, which offer an even more personalised and private exploration of the National Gallery.
It is essential to pre-book guided tours in advance of your arrival. Please complete our booking request form or email TravelTrade@nationalgallery.org.uk with your preferred date, time and group size.
Any cancellation requests must be made via email to TravelTrade@nationalgallery.org.uk at least 14 working days prior to the date of your tour. Any request made after this date will not be accepted and you will be charged in full for the price of the tour.
We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule your tour at any time. If we cancel your tour, we shall refund any payments that you have made to us in respect of the tour. We shall not be liable for any costs you incur as a result of this cancellation, including any travel or accommodation costs.
If you are running late for your tour, please contact the team via TravelTrade@nationalgallery.org.uk to let them know. We will do our best to accommodate you where we can.
Photos are permitted inside the galleries without the use of flash. Please refrain from taking pictures of members of the public unless they have given their consent. Please be advised that photos are not permitted inside exhibitions.
If you have any special access requirements, please call us on
+44 (0)20 7747 2885 and we’ll be happy to help. Find out more about access at the Gallery.
For all enquiries, please email TravelTrade@nationalgallery.org.uk
Travel trade
If you are interested in bringing groups to the Gallery on a regular basis, we have an account scheme which offers preferential rates and post-visit invoicing.
To find out more, please get in touch with the Travel Trade Team at TravelTrade@nationalgallery.org.uk.
Please note that you will need to guarantee a minimum spend to join the scheme and bring in groups on a regular basis.
Make the most of your visit
Shopping
From prints and postcards to cushions and jewellery, complete your Gallery experience with a visit to one of our gift shops, at the start and end of your visit.
Eating and drinking
Delicious food and drink is available from our restaurants Ochre and Locatelli, and our cafés Muriel's Kitchen, Bar Giorgio and the Espresso Bar by Muriel's.
Venue hire
Entertain your guests in the splendour of the Gallery with a bespoke private event, from small meetings to large-scale dinners. Contact our friendly events team to discuss your plans.
Visiting guidelines
To help us keep the Gallery a safe and enjoyable place for everyone, please follow the guidelines listed in our Visitor Admissions Policy.