Top Washington DC Art Galleries

Step into the past and be amazed by the natural world on this small-group or private tour of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Located in the heart of Washington DC, the museum is home to more than 126 million artifacts, including the Hope Diamond, Egyptian mummies, and a living coral reef. Spend time immersing yourself in the collection's stories and objects, and come away from the museum with new knowledge.

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With art that stretches from Renaissance masters to modern American icons, the National Gallery of Art is a Washington DC museum that belongs on every art lover’s itinerary. However, its enormous collection can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Instead, see the best of the gallery with a guide and just a small group for company on this highlights tour, which explores the stories, techniques, and scandals behind the paintings.

Get more from your visit to the National Gallery of Art than you would if exploring alone, all thanks to this private or small-group tour of the Washington DC museum. Follow your guide through one of the country's only national collections of art, including works by Renaissance artists, French impressionists, American painters, and more. As you go, learn the stories behind the masterpieces, and see the collection highlights.

Immerse yourself in the history of African-American culture in the United States during this half-day history excursion in the Nation’s Capital. Follow the path of the first African-Americans at Jamestown through the Civil Rights movement, checking out key sites such as the MLK Memorial en route to the Museum of African American History and Culture.