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National Gallery Official Highlights Tour with optional Afternoon or Cream Tea

The National Gallery tells the story of European art, masterpiece by masterpiece. From its home in London’s Trafalgar Square, the Gallery collects and cares for some of the world’s greatest paintings – and shares them with everyone to see.

Additional Information

• Guided tour duration is 1 hour
• Tour group size is limited to 25 guests
• All visitors must pass through airport-style security to enter the Gallery
• Afternoon Tea or Cream Tea is not included unless selecting the inclusive option at time of booking
• Minimum of 2 guests is required for the experiences including Afternoon Tea or Cream Tea
• Minimum age is 16 for the experiences including Afternoon Tea or Cream Tea
• If choosing to have the Afternoon Tea or Cream Tea, this is taken independently in Ochre, the onsite restaurant, upon conclusion of the tour
• Paintings viewed on the tour will vary and are subject to change and availability

What's included

  • Official National Gallery Highlights Tour (1 hour)
  • Blue Badge Guide
  • Personal Vox Headset to hear the guide's live commentary
  • Transportation
  • Afternoon Tea or Cream Tea (unless selecting one of the inclusive options)
  • Entry to paid exhibitions

Overview

Founded in 1824, the collection has more than 2,600 paintings from Renaissance Italy and by the French Impressionists. The National Gallery welcomes groups to explore over 700 years of wall-to-wall masterpieces. Discover the history and stories from our collection which is open all year round.

Join us for a one-hour, intimate expert-led tour of our world-renowned collection. Our gallery-approved Blue Badge guides will show you top highlights from our wonderful collection.

Optional Extras

Afternoon Tea - After your highlights tour, head to the stylish Ochre restaurant to enjoy a traditional afternoon tea.
Tuck into a selection of dainty sandwiches, seasonal pastries, cakes and fresh scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry jam. This will be served with either barista-made coffee or your choice of Good & Proper Tea.

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Cream Tea - After your highlights tour, head to the stylish Ochre restaurant to enjoy a traditional cream tea. You’ll be served beautifully buttery hand rolled fruit and plain scones, served with clotted cream, seasonal homemade jam and freshly brewed loose leaf tea.


Operates:
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays year-round.
(On occasion additional dates may be added)

Know before you go

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the start time of your tour.