Experience The Phillips Collection in Dupont Circle — America's first museum of modern art — with a private docent-led tour through Renoir, Rothko, Klee, and Bonnard in the intimate rooms of a historic mansion.
What to expect
Founded in 1921, The Phillips Collection holds one of the most beloved Renoirs in existence — Luncheon of the Boating Party — alongside masterworks by Rothko, Diebenkorn, El Greco, and Cézanne. The galleries unfold across connected townhouses and a purpose-built wing, and the curation remains deeply personal, reflecting the founder's own passionate taste. A private guide weaves together art history, the Phillips family story, and the cultural life of Dupont Circle into a rich narrative. Sunday concerts in the Music Room are legendary if your port day happens to align.
Good to know
Located in Dupont Circle — 20–35 minutes by rideshare from major DC-area terminals. Pre-book private docent tours through the museum's group visit coordinator. General admission tickets available on the door. Check for temporary exhibition programming on your port date.