Tours & Group Visits
There’s more than one way to experience PAFA, America’s first museum and school of fine arts, in the heart of Philadelphia. Explore our collection, exhibitions, architecture, and the stories of American art through public tours, gallery talks, members-only experiences, personal tours, and private group visits.
Public Tours
Experience PAFA’s art, exhibitions, and historic architecture on a guided tour led by PAFA staff or docents. Offered on select dates, public tours highlight key works and stories and are included with general museum admission.
Gallery Talks
Spend 30 minutes exploring new ideas and unexpected connections in PAFA’s collection and special exhibitions. Led by PAFA educators or docents, gallery talks focus on a different theme each month and are included with general museum admission.
Members-Only Tours
Gain a deeper perspective on PAFA’s collection and exhibitions during an exclusive guided experience for Museum members. Led by PAFA docents, each tour explores connections among artists, ideas, and works throughout the galleries.
Personal Tours (Up to 5 guests)
Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 12 PM and 2 PM
Personal Tours accommodate up to 5 people and are priced as a flat rate. Advance reservations are required for all group experiences.
| Personal Tour Flat Rate | $150 |
Interested in a Personal tour? Email tours@pafa.org to schedule your visit.
Want to add lunch to your group visit? Email events@pafa.org to learn more and make arrangements.
Private Guided Group Tours (6–20 guests)
Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 12 PM and 2 PM
Group Tours accommodate 6–20 guests and are priced per person. Advance reservations are required for all group experiences.
| Adults (18+) | $33 |
| Senior (65+) | $31 |
| Student (With Valid School ID) | $18 |
| Youth (13-17) | $13 |
Interested in a Private Guided Group Tour? Email tours@pafa.org to schedule your visit.
Want to add lunch to your group visit? Email events@pafa.org to learn more and make arrangements.
Tour Policies & Information
- Tour admission includes all-day access to both PAFA museum buildings, as well as the Museum Store and Top Hat Coffee Lounge.
- Children ages 12 and under receive free admission.
- Outside/private tour guides are not permitted.
- Advance reservations are required for all tour experiences.
- Tour availability is subject to change.
- To make Personal or Private Group Tour reservations, please contact tours@pafa.org.
- Interested in adding lunch to your visit? Contact events@pafa.org for arrangements.
We're so excited you're planning to visit PAFA!
Make time for art — visit us Thursday to Sunday.
Before reserving your tickets, please review helpful information about museum hours, accessibility, building access, and special admission programs.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at visitorservices@pafa.org — we’d love to help!