How far in advance should I book a group tour?

Please schedule your group tour at least two weeks in advance. This allows our staff to prepare a tailored, engaging experience for all participants, including meeting any accessibility needs.

What is the minimum size for group tours?

We require a minimum of five people to schedule museum group tours in Athens. However, individuals and groups of all sizes are welcome to join independently or attend public tours.

Are there self-guided tour options for groups?

Yes. The Georgia Museum of Art welcomes everyone to wander and wonder at their own pace, on their own terms. If you’d prefer to explore our collection without a guide, we’re happy to provide maps and materials to support your group’s independent experience.

Can groups of all ages visit the museum?

Groups of all ages are welcome to attend museum group tours. In Athens, the Georgia Museum of Art shares the rich stories and emotions behind our collections with the entire community. We’re making art accessible and meaningful for children, teens, university students and adults alike.

Museum Group Tours in Athens | Georgia Museum of Art

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Group Tickets & Tours

Make Art a Shared Experience

The Georgia Museum of Art offers customized guided and self-guided tours and gallery programs for all ages. Whether you’re planning a university class visit, school field trip, team retreat or family outing, we make museum group tours simple, flexible, and meaningful. This is where curiosity comes to life, connecting people to art, ideas, and each other.

Request a Class or Group Visit

We offer flexible, guided and self-guided tour options, both in-person and online, for groups of five of more. Visits are free, but we ask that you schedule your group visit at least two weeks in advance.

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University Class Visits

University of Georgia faculty can request a guided visit with a museum educator that fits course goals and helps build interdisciplinary skills. Self-guided visits are also welcome. Learn more about our university programs.

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School Visits

Customized museum visits for school groups of all ages are available with at least two weeks’ advance notice. Self-guided visits are also welcome, but our schedule fills quickly, so book early.

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Arrival & Check-In

Groups arriving by bus may unload at the Performing Arts Center bus dropoff area(opens in new tab) near lot E11 on River Road. After dropping off the group, buses must park in designated areas past the intramural fields by the Redcoat Band practice field(opens in new tab).

Please arrive on time to ensure our volunteer guides are ready to welcome you. If your plans change, call us to ensure a smooth, safe and engaging experience for everyone.

Museum Manners

We ask that all chaperones and teachers stay with their groups and support the docent in keeping everyone engaged and respectful.

Please do not touch the artworks to help protect them for future visitors and allow other guests to enjoy their tours.

If your group visits the Museum Shop, limit it to five people at a time for everyone’s comfort.

Most important: enjoy your visit. Our museum group tours in Athens expose your group to a diverse collection with something to inspire everyone, so all questions and shared observations are welcome.

Accessibility

The Georgia Museum of Art is ADA-compliant, offering accessible parking, wheelchair assistance and assistance learning devices to ensure everyone can wander and wonder comfortably. Tours for Deaf and hard of hearing visitors are available by appointment.

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