Victoria and Albert Museum Private Guided Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Step into the world’s leading museum of art, design, and fashion where history meets creativity under one magnificent glass roof.
From Renaissance sculpture to Alexander McQueen couture, the Victoria and Albert Museum (V and A) celebrates human imagination in all its forms. With your private expert guide, you’ll discover the stories behind the world’s most exquisite objects the craftsmanship, the innovation, and the personalities that shaped them.

Admire marble masterpieces, glittering jewels, and timeless fashion. Learn how beauty, function, and design evolved through centuries — and how the V and A became a global symbol of artistry. Whether you’re drawn to classical sculpture, royal treasures, or modern design icons, your visit will be entirely personalized to your interests.

What's Included

Tailored experience
Private expert guide
Optional add-ons: thematic focus, professional photos, custom booklet, or afternoon tea nearby
Lunch
Personal Expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Victoria and Albert Museum

At the main entrance gate the guide will be waiting for you with the mascot Mr.Llama.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
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    V&A - Victoria and Albert Museum

    We begin our tour in the museum lobby, where a striking bust of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert welcomes us. Looking upward, you’ll see the spectacular Chihuly chandelier, a modern glass installation added in 2001 after a challenging installation process. As we move through the museum, you’ll notice that its collection continues to grow with contemporary pieces added regularly. We then make our way upstairs to the British Galleries, offering a glimpse into life during the Tudor and Stuart periods. Don’t miss the Great Bed of Ware—try guessing how many people could fit inside. Even after 500 years, it’s clear our ancestors shared a taste for comfort and grandeur. Passing the carved wooden Royal Beasts, we arrive at the impressive gallery displaying the Raphael Cartoons, the original designs for tapestries commissioned by Pope Leo X for the Sistine Chapel. Take your time to wander, explore the stories, and admire their remarkable scale.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
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    Victoria And Albert Museum

    We continue with the world’s most extensive collection of historical fashion, showcasing styles from the 17th century up to the 1960s. From here, we move into the Asian galleries. Your guide will time the visit so you can see the Ardabil Carpet fully illuminated, allowing you to appreciate its intricate craftsmanship. Nearby, we encounter Tipu’s Tiger—a life-sized wooden sculpture that is visually striking and uniquely mechanical, housing a built-in musical instrument. As we return upstairs, the atmosphere shifts. The large open halls give way to smaller galleries filled with silverware, jewellery, and a wide range of decorative arts, offering a more intimate and detailed view of the museum’s vast collection.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Tour Up in Europe

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Literary Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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