Painted London: Monet, Turner and Impressionism

5.0 (4 reviews) London, England
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

On this experience you will explore the footpath of the greatest artists in history as well as visit the studios of contemporary artists.

Highlights:

. Get to know contemporary artists by visiting their studios
. Discover the mystery of Turner’s Burning of Houses of Parliament
. Hear why Westminster Bridge has always inspired artists
. Walk along the marvellous Houses of Parliament
. Visit the National Gallery to view the paintings​
. See the locations for Monet’s extensive series of Westminster

What's included

  • Professional Artist Guide
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. St. Paul's Cathedral
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Meet your guide in front of South Bank Centre. Follow in the footsteps of the great French Impressionists like Claude Monet and Romantics like J. M. W. Turner. Explore places that inspired their work and learn about their lives and art with a professional guide.
  2. Westminster Bridge
    15m · Admission ticket included
    You will then be escorted to the place where you can view the location where he painted one of his most important works. Retrace your steps along the Thames Path towards St Thomas Hospital viewpoint for many of Monet’s paintings. Hear the story of JWM Turner’s paintings of the fire which​ destroyed the Houses of Parliament and the mystery which has only recently been solved.
  3. Victoria Embankment
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Hear interesting facts and anecdotes about the painters' lives in London including why the French Impressionists left Paris and sought refuge during the Franco-Prussian War and the story of Monet's stay at the Savoy Hotel.
  4. The Savoy
    15m
    You will hear the story regarding Monet’s stay in the Savoy Hotel and whether he did​ reside in ‘the Monet Suite’.
  5. The National Gallery
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Discover a lesser-known Animalier who drastically changed London's cityscape.
    Finish the adventure at the National Gallery where you can view the paintings, including those of other influential Impressionists who fled the war, such as Sisley and Pissarro.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

next to Nelson Mandela statue, in front of the Southbank​ centre

End point

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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