Group Visits
A visit to the Barnes's unparalleled art collection leaves a lasting impression. The Barnes offers a number of group visit opportunities to satisfy the interests and needs of every group, from business and professional associations to social organizations and educational institutions.
Group Visit Benefits:
- Easy drop-off and pick-up for buses of any size
- Tickets at Will Call for your convenience
- Expedited check-in
- 10% discount in the shop (excludes Standard Group Visit package)
- Greeting and orientation
- Customized dining experiences available
Choose from the following group packages:
Standard Group Visit ($20 per person)
For groups of 15–70
Tour the Barnes at your own pace with easy-to-use digital audio guides that provide expert commentary, music, and art history references.
Group Visit Plus ($30 per person)
For groups of 35–70
Your visit begins with a special 30-minute introduction to the collection and Dr. Barnes's unique approach to displaying art. Then, enjoy time in the gallery with a complimentary audio guide for each group member.
For an additional $10 per guest, a Q&A session can be arranged in a private room for your group.
Private Group Tour ($45 per person)
For groups of 15–45
Private tours of the collection during public hours are led by docents and graduates of the Barnes’s intensive 3-year course in art appreciation. The tours last approximately one hour and can be customized from a range of themes.
Premier Group Tour ($75 per person)
For groups of 30–60
In the most exclusive of the group opportunities, you can enjoy an intimate, specialized tour of the collection before or after public hours. Led by docents and graduates of the Barnes’s intensive three-year course in art appreciation, this intimate experience lasts approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Book Today
To book your group visit, call 610.667.0290 x5191 or email us.
Themed Tours
A number of themed tours are available.
- Best of the Barnes
- Impressionism
- Renoir
- Cézanne
- Picasso
- Dr. Barnes and His Unique Displays

