Tour of the National Portrait Gallery and American Art Museum
About this experience
Meet the founders and towering figures of American history on this guided tour of the National Portrait Gallery and American Art Museum!
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What's Included
- Explore two of the country's best art galleries alongside an expert guide
- Step inside the National Portrait Gallery and see portraits of Walt Whitman, Ulysses S. Grant, Pocahontas, and more
- Hear the fascinating tales behind each portrait and learn about America's rich history
- Visit the American Art Museum and marvel at masterpieces from Georgia O'Keeffe, Mary Cassatt, Edward Hopper, and more
- Treat yourself or a loved one to an unforgettable day with this 2.5-hour tour!
What happens on the day
The charms of art and history are waiting to be discovered! Explore them both on this guided tour of the National Portrait Gallery and American Art Museum in Washington, DC.
This specially-designed tour is highly accessible, perfect for history buffs and newcomers alike. You’ll meet up with a local guide and the rest of your group for a face-to-face encounter with the nation’s history. First, Step inside the National Portrait Gallery. Marvel at this historic building and learn how it was once a Civil War-era hospital. As you walk its halls, you’ll see portraits of Walt Whitman, Pocahontas, Grant, and more.
Your guide will offer insight into each figure's role in US history as well as the techniques of portrait painting. Following this immersion into history, you'll explore the American Art Museum. Here, you’ll see such spectacular works of art as those painted by Mary Cassatt, Edward Hopper, and Georgia O'Keeffe. Also on display are photographs that defined much of the story of the Great Depression. All of this adds up to a rich experience of US history that brings to life its most iconic figures and moments!
Meet the creators of US history with this guided tour of the National Portrait Gallery and American Art Museum!
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Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
Year-Round:
Daily - 1:30 PM
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- All ages welcome
- This tour is not handicap accessible
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Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
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Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
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Once you have received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be allowed. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.
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