Narrated by Eleanor Margaret Ashworth
London
Features
About this tour
Walk through the greatest collection of European paintings in London, from Van Eyck's medieval mysteries to Turner's revolutionary visions. Each masterpiece reveals a different chapter in Britain's relationship with the world—and why this collection belongs in the heart of empire.
Chapters · 6
Main Entrance Hall
Sainsbury Wing - Room 56
Room 9 - Italian Renaissance
Room 15 - Dutch Golden Age
Room 34 - Turner
East Wing Corridor
Starting point
Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom
4 reviews
Maria Santos
Barcelona, Spain
Absolutely brilliant way to experience the National Gallery! The narrator's voice was perfect - not too dramatic but really brought each painting to life. I loved how they explained the symbolism in Van Eyck's Arnolfini Portrait, especially the detail about the single candle. Standing there looking at those tiny details while hearing the story gave me goosebumps. The flow between rooms felt natural and I never felt rushed. Worth every penny.
James Mitchell
Toronto, Canada
Really enjoyed this tour! The section on Turner was fantastic - I had no idea about his influence on impressionism. The way they connected his later works to his travels was fascinating. Audio quality was crystal clear through my headphones. Only minor complaint is that 28 minutes felt a bit short given the price point, but the content was genuinely engaging throughout.
Kenji Nakamura
Kyoto, Japan
Good tour with some really interesting insights, particularly about how these artworks ended up in London. The narrator did a nice job explaining the historical context. However, I wish there had been more guidance on where exactly to stand for the best viewing angles - I found myself squinting at some details they mentioned. Also would have liked a bit more about the artistic techniques used. Still learned a lot though.
Priya Sharma
Mumbai, India
This completely changed how I look at art museums. I'm not usually into old paintings but the storytelling here was incredible. The part about Holbein's The Ambassadors and that weird skull thing - mind blown! I actually went back to look at it again after the tour finished. My teenage daughter used it too and even she was impressed. The app worked flawlessly, no technical issues at all. Planning to try their other London tours next week.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the National Gallery: Masterpiece Tour audio tour?
The tour is 28 min long with 6 chapters. You can pause and resume at any time.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs $3.99 USD. First tour in each city is free.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed. Download the Trevlo app, purchase the tour, and start listening whenever you arrive. The tour works offline too.
What language is the tour in?
The tour is narrated in English with expert-crafted commentary.
28 min tour