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Explore the British Museum’s most famous treasures with a licensed guide and immerse yourself in one of the world’s oldest and most valuable museums. The museum's vast collection is so rich in history that you could spend a week and still not see it all.
Begin your visit by marveling at the stunning ceiling of the Great Court, a true architectural masterpiece. Then, discover the famous Rosetta Stone, the key to unlocking the secrets of Egyptian hieroglyphics. Don't miss the controversial Parthenon sculptures, removed from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin.
Visit the Ancient Egyptian galleries to see incredible mummies, then uncover Anglo-Saxon burials from the Sutton Hoo site and the magnificent Winged Bulls from Khorsabad.
With your guide’s expertise, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of these treasures and the stories they tell about ancient civilizations.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide on the stairs at the main entrance, after security checks Please arrive at the museum entrance at least 15 minutes before your scheduled travel time.
Itinerary
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1The British Museum
The British Museum, located in London, is one of the world’s most important and impressive museums, housing a vast collection of historical and cultural artifacts from all corners of the globe. Founded in 1753, the museum holds over 8 million objects, covering more than 2 million years of history. Among its most iconic exhibits are the Rosetta Stone, which helped decipher Egyptian hieroglyphs, the Parthenon sculptures, and a vast collection of Egyptian mummies. The museum also showcases artifacts from ancient Greece, Rome, Egypt, the Middle East, and other cultures worldwide. With free admission, the British Museum offers an excellent opportunity to explore the history of humanity through its collections of art, antiquities, and rare items. Additionally, the museum hosts temporary exhibitions and educational programs, making it a dynamic cultural center accessible to all.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour is on foot and comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The British Museum is huge, so be prepared for a lot of walking.
- Please arrive at the museum entrance at least 15 minutes before your scheduled travel time.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour is on foot and comfortable shoes are recommended.
- The British Museum is huge, so be prepared for a lot of walking.
- Please arrive at the museum entrance at least 15 minutes before your scheduled travel time.
- This tour is not private
- If the time you choose is not available, you will be transferred to another time on the same day. These changes do not depend on us. Therefore by booking you are aware of this possible change and therefore we warn you so not to have complaints later, or requests for refunds, which will not be taken into consideration. Example: If you choose the 10:00 time slot and it is not available you will be moved to the first available slot, 14:00
- Important notice for last minute bookings (on the same day or from one day to the next): in case of lack of seats the customer will be placed on the day following the booked date.
- "Skip the Line" means that instead of waiting in the normal long queue, the customer enters a fast, priority queue, together with the other customers who have chosen this option
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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