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Tours/Melbourne/NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour

NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour

5.0(1)Melbourne2 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
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NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour
NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$36 / person
Location
Melbourne, Australia
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 6
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Within 24h
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Sandy
Meeting point
Meet outside the main entrance of NGV, directly in front of the glass wall with water flowing down at the entrance. Your guide will be carrying a green shoulder bag

Description

This experience is perfect for beginners wanting to understand art. It offers great value because you can learn valuable tips in art appreciation, admire top Western art at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) without spending hours wandering the museum. Guests will benefit from an immersive learning experience about the main Western art movements featured in NGV, including Byzantine, Renaissance, Mannerism, Baroque, Rococo, and Impressionism; and admire paintings by Rembrandt, François Boucher, El Greco, Jan Brueghel, Tiepolo and Monet. This tour suits travellers and locals, including families with children.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
10 times a day, 10:00 AM–2:30 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Adult (ages 16+)
$36
Child (ages 1–15)
Free

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.

Tour Options

NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour

Itinerary

National Gallery of Victoria
120 min

Planning to visit the fabulous NGV in Melbourne with its world-class paintings? If so, why not use the opportunity to easily learn how to appreciate art while viewing the best paintings there? This experience is designed for those who enjoy looking at paintings but want to deepen their appreciation without requiring to become art experts. Join us for an exceptional fun opportunity to learn how to appreciate art at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV). Your guide will show and explain to you about 20 of his favorite Western Art paintings at NGV, providing insights about the artists, the historical context, and tips on how to appreciate paintings more effectively. This experience is perfect for beginners, making it easy to follow along. By the end of the experience, you will have enhanced art appreciation skills that will allow you to enjoy art more wherever you go. You will also receive a laminated checklist on how to appreciate art

What's included

Included
A reusable laminated guide sheet of how to view / analyse paintings, yours to keep
Not included
no snacks are provided

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
1 reviews
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How it compares in Melbourne

  • Starting price $36 is 44% below the typical $64 for tours of similar length in Melbourne

Excurgo comparison of 839 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that for me to accomodate the tour, there is a required minimum number of 4 guests including your booking and others

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour take?

NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour cost?

Prices start at $36 per person for this Melbourne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM.

How much does NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour cost for children?

Children aged 1–15 pay nothing, adults from $36.

Can I cancel NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Meet outside the main entrance of NGV, directly in front of the glass wall with water flowing down at the entrance. Your guide will be carrying a green shoulder bag. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.

Is NGV Western Art Essentials 2 Hour Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sandy.

Reviews(1)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Anne Marie Ç
February 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A must when in Melbourne

Sandy was brilliant, with his knowledge the artists, their creations and technical details of various medium's used by them along with the composition of each work , our appreciation of these Artists deepened. Sandy left each of us a laminated sheet of notes which were of great benefit . This tour was a wonderful gift. I highly recommend this tour Or the ltour 3 1/2 hour tour would be ideal.

Operator response

I am glad you loved this tour, and I’m confident you will use what you learned and the Art Appreciation Checklist provided to appreciate western historical art at your future visits to NGV and abroad. Here is a link to the 3.5 hour longer experience you mentioned. Sandy https://www.viator.com/tours/Melbourne/Learn-Art-Appreciation-and-see-the-top-paintings-at-NGV/d384-467165P3?medium=social-share-native

$36/ person
5.0(1)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationWithin 24h
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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

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