Painted London: Monet, Turner and Impressionism
At a glance
Painted London: Monet, Turner and Impressionism is a 3h private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Pigeon Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $655.80 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional Artist Guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking
- Ages
- Child 6–17 · Adult 18–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Impressionists
from $637.01
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 14:00, 16:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
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
What's included
- Professional Artist Guide
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
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.
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Stop 2 · 15m
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.
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Stop 3 · 15m
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.
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Stop 4 · 15m
You will hear the story regarding Monet’s stay in the Savoy Hotel and whether he did reside in ‘the Monet Suite’.
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Stop 5 · 1h
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 point
next to Nelson Mandela statue, in front of the Southbank centre
Traveller ratings
5.0
4 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor
- 5 ★ 4
- 4 ★ 0
- 3 ★ 0
- 2 ★ 0
- 1 ★ 0
Good to know
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Painted London: Monet, Turner and Impressionism take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $655.80 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional Artist Guide.
Where does it start?
next to Nelson Mandela statue, in front of the Southbank centre
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
