Explore American art at the museum founded by Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney
Approx. 2 hrs
Up to 5 people
Explore the Whitney Museum of American Art on a private tour centered on its American art collection. Discover the vision and personal collection that helped establish the institution.
Full refund, minus the online booking fee, up to 48 hours before the tour. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Product ID: FTDUVW
Bring a water bottle and snacks when visiting with kids.
Leave suitcases, tripods, and video cameras behind.
Different languages are available.
The Whitney Museum, 99 Gansevoort St, New York, NY 10014
Standing at the edge of the Meatpacking District where the High Line meets the Hudson, the Whitney Museum of American Art pulls you into the full sweep of American creative life. Natural light floods the terraced galleries, and the industrial neighborhood outside becomes part of the experience itself. Few museums place you so squarely inside a city while also asking you to look deeply inward at what American art has meant across a century of change.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Exceptional Museum Experience! Our visit to the American Museum of Natural History was truly unforgettable, thanks to our wonderful guide, Clive. From the very beginning, Clive’s warmth, knowledge, and enthusiasm were exceptional. He has a remarkable gift for engaging children and turning learning into an adventure. He didn’t simply show us around the museum—he brought the exhibits and their stories to life in a way that completely captivated our 7-year-old grandson, Basil. Basil was engaged, curious, and excited throughout the entire experience. His verdict afterward said it all: “Clive was amazing!!” We completely agree. A special thank you as well to Maria and the agency for arranging everything so quickly and seamlessly. The entire experience exceeded our expectations. If you are visiting the Museum of Natural History with children—or simply want a knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely personable guide—we cannot recommend Clive highly enough. He turned a museum visit into a treasured family memory. 🌟👏🏽
Margot Barnett
August 26, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Exceptional Museum Experience! Our visit to the American Museum of Natural History was truly unforgettable, thanks to our wonderful guide, Clive. From the very beginning, Clive’s warmth, knowledge, and enthusiasm were exceptional. He has a remarkable gift for engaging children and turning learning into an adventure. He didn’t simply show us around the museum—he brought the exhibits and their stories to life in a way that completely captivated our 7-year-old grandson, Basil. Basil was engaged, curious, and excited throughout the entire experience. His verdict afterward said it all: “Clive was amazing!!” We completely agree. A special thank you as well to Maria and the agency for arranging everything so quickly and seamlessly. The entire experience exceeded our expectations. If you are visiting the Museum of Natural History with children—or simply want a knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely personable guide—we cannot recommend Clive highly enough. He turned a museum visit into a treasured family memory. 🌟👏🏽
Margot Barnett
August 26, 2026
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