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National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour with Presidential Portraits
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn More
1 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Step into history at the National Portrait Gallery, a pinnacle of DC's cultural landscape. Explore its classic Greek Revival architecture with an expert guide tracing its evolution. Discover riveting Special Exhibitions, including the iconic "America's Presidents" showcase. Marvel at portraits of 20th century luminaries like Albert Einstein, Katherine Hepburn, Walt Disney, and Michele Obama, all housed where Lincoln celebrated his second inauguration. Dive into the gallery's role as a cradle of American innovation and a guardian of our nation's cherished stories. Experience a journey through time and achievement unlike any other.
What's Included
- Free City Map
- Museum Entry
- Ponchos if Raining
- Bottled water
- Cold Wet Towels
- Guide
- Gratuities
- Snacks
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the Unscripted Guided Tours DC Welcome Center at the corner of 7th and D Streets NW, 7th street side.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Start at the Unscripted Guided Tours DC Welcome Center where you can charge your phones, refill water, and enjoy a mini museum to DC's past. Your guide will give an introduction before embarking to the National Gallery of Art.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
National Portrait Gallery
Join a small-group guided tour of the National Portrait Gallery, immersing yourself in the grandeur of its historic Greek Revival architecture. Admire the iconic "America's Presidents" exhibit, where each portrait reflects the leadership and legacy of pivotal figures in the nation's evolution. Discover captivating portraits of 20th century icons like Albert Einstein, Katherine Hepburn, Walt Disney, and Michele Obama, set in the same halls where President Lincoln celebrated his second inauguration. From the building's origins as a hub of American innovation to its role as guardian of the nation's collective memories, the National Portrait Gallery offers a journey through time and excellence. Whether you're drawn to history, artistry, or cultural heritage, this intimate tour promises to enrich your appreciation for the diverse narratives woven into the fabric of American identity.
1 Hours 20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Unscripted Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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