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Explore the world’s greatest collection of Historic Portraits with your personal guide. Experience 600 years of extraordinary people through their fascinating portraits, in this beautiful gallery.
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Private tourAvoid crowds with an exclusive experience.
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Live guidingEnglish
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Duration3 hours
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Includes
- A private guided tour of the gallery and its collection.
- An art historian guide.
- Feel free to ask any questions, this is exclusively your tour.
- Temporary exhibitions (require pre-booked tickets at extra cost)
Highlights
- Tour The National Portrait Gallery with a private guide.
- Be guided through the gallery's most celebrated pieces, packed with anecdotes.
- Gain insights into British History and enjoy superb works of art.
- See an exceptional collection in one of London's most beautiful galleries.
- Marvel at exquisite paintings and works of art from the 14th to 21st Centuries.
Description
Embark on a private guided tour of this world famous collection of Historic Portraits housed in one of London’s finest gallery buildings. Your personal guide will tell you about 600 years of British Portraiture, the history of the sitters and the artists, as well as about how the collection has been formed.
See fascinating portraits from the 14th Century to the present, including Kings & Queens, writers, politicians, actors, scientists, philosophers, artists and many other celebrated people from history and contemporary life.
Since this is a private tour, you can go at your own pace, and feel free to ask as many questions of your guide as you like.
We provide bespoke, friendly and informative guided visits to suit all clients, ensuring that your tour will be entertaining and informative. We enjoy sharing our experience of the collections and our knowledge of the works of art, bringing to life the history and the highlights of the gallery, making your visit very special and memorable.
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Participant0-99 years
Date
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