National Gallery and British Museum Private Tour London
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)
- - (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)
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “3,5H: NationalGallery&Transfer” and “5,5H: Gallery,Museum&Transfers”.
For the options “4H: Gallery & British Museum” and “2-hour: National Gallery”.
44 Trafalgar Square
London WC2N 5DN, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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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The British Museum
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- 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).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the National Gallery and British Museum Private Tour London is as follows:
- 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
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What'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)
- - (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
- 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.
