National Gallery of Art: A Gift to the Nation

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Audio tour
Audio tour in English
Route length: 1 mile
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Duration 2h
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  • Explore the highlights of the National Gallery of Art guided by this compelling in-app audio tour
  • See everlasting masterpieces by Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol
  • Learn stories behind creation of world renowed paintings
  • Enjoy fascinating pieces of art in the building designed by the author of the Louvre pyramids
  • Get to know about the scandal involving twenty-eight fake paintings by Georgia O’Keeffe
Take this self-guided audio tour to explore the diversity of European and American Art, from the Middle Ages to the present days. The Museum was established in 1937 as a gift to the people with Andrew Mellon donating a huge art collection and money for museum construction. Permanent collection mostly consists of the works donated by American collectors and philanhtropists making the museum one of the greatest collections of art in the United States. Located on the National Mall in Washington D.C., the two buildings of the National Gallery of Art and its Sculpture Garden form the center of arts and education. Imposing Neoclassical West Building houses classical paintings, photographs, sculptures, decorative items and other pieces of visual art. Here, you can marvel at the everlasting masterpieces such as Leonardo Da Vinci's Ginevra de' Benci and hear stories behind their creation. Meet Johannes Vermeer's Girl with the Red Hat or discover the life of Vincent Van Gogh admiring his self-portrait. Listen to the fascinating stories and enjoy the art of Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Jason Pollock, Andy Warhol and Alexander Calder. Explore one of the greatest American museums of classical and modern art at your own pace and navigated by your personal audio guide! This tour is not affiliated with the National Gallery of Art but is provided by an independent creator. Entrance is free and requires no reservation.

What's included

  • Downloadable multimedia audio tour on WeGoTrip app
  • Detailed route with step-by-step navigation through the museum's halls
  • Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone on the WeGoTrip app
  • Headphones not included — bring your own
  • Earphones and smartphone are not included – bring your own
  • In-person tour guide

Places you will visit

National Gallery of Art
Constitution Avenue Northwest

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Download the app and the digital audio tour on your smartphone before the visit. You will find recommendations on how to get to the staring point in the first step of the tour. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please email us at support@wegotrip.com.
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