The Great British Museum Experience

5.0
(4 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Visit the world’s oldest national public museum dedicated to human history, art and culture.

The British Museum in London is home to around 8 million artefacts and is a must on many peoples visit to London. Your guide will ensure that your experience is maximised as you journey through time hearing the background to some of the most important pieces on display in this great collection.

As you walk through time your guide will curate detailed information on individual objects in one of the greatest collections of antiquities in the world. You will head straight to the historic highlights making the most of your visit.

Highlights:
8 million objects on display
Learn about the artefacts’ history and story from a guide
Rosetta Stone
Prehistoric Tools
The Elgin Marbles
Sutton Hoo
Lewis Chessman
Hear of the British Museum's rich history
Receive tailored information from your guide

Customise the itinerary of this bespoke tour and receive personalised attention from a guide

What's Included

Timed entry to the museum
Full tour of the area by experienced local tour guide.
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Museum Tavern

We can meet outside of the The Museum Tavern

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • The British Museum (Pass by)

    You will hear about the origins of The British Museum and the people who started the earliest Public Museum in the World,

    Admission ticket free
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    The British Museum

    You will get to see selected highlights which your guide will pick according to your interests. This will usually include The Rosetta Stone and the Elgin Marbles from Greece along with many other interesting artifacts, you will hear a more detailed background and story about these items.

    1 hour 40 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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