Villa Petraia, watercolour by M. Nixon, publ. 1916.
House & Garden tours and events
From great historical gardens to the private oases of garden designers and homeowners, our house and garden tours offer an escape from the urban environment. The focus spans classical forms of domestic architecture, where country houses, villas and private gardens act as places of refuge, freedom and self-expression, to brilliant modern public spaces, designed to keep the preoccupations of the city at a distance.
We offer the chance to explore every aspect of the garden and its environs, from great Renaissance creations in Italy and France to the cultural traditions of Japan’s exquisite temple gardens; from famous gardens and little-known treasures in the northern counties of Scotland, to the wild flora of Portugal and the allure of Tuscany. Privileged access is a feature, with contributions from garden designers, homeowners and head gardeners.
More House & Garden tours and events
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Our appreciation of FLW and Mies van der Rohe rose steadily as the days passed. Both the lecturer and the tour manager added enormous value to the tour. One of our most enjoyable. "
Frank Lloyd Wright - and the Chicago School
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I made friends with one of the other travelers and we hope to do another MRT tour together in the future. "
Essential Rome - The complete spectrum of art, architecture and antiquities
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Marc was a pleasure to travel with. His knowledge was deep and extensive which combined with his enthusiasm and great sense of humour made the tour richly rewarding. "
Castles of Wales - Conquest and colonisation in medieval Britain
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We enjoyed every minute and we're sorry that we had to come home. "
- Conquest and colonisation in medieval Britain
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A really great tour which far exceeded my expectations. "
Walking a Royal River - Art, architecture and history from the source to Hampton Court