British Museum

British Museum Guided Tour (opens in a new tab)

503 2 h

Discover some of the highlights of the British Museum with a guide and get a flavor of one of the world’s oldest and finest museums. Because there is so much to see, you could spend a week at the British Museum and still not discover it all. Experience the best of the British Museum’s collections, starting with a view of the breathtaking ceiling. Admire the spectacular glass roof of the Great Court, a work of art. Then, see the world-famous “Rosetta Stone,” the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics. Admire the controversial Parthenon Sculptures, taken from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin, the former British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire. Go to the Ancient Egypt galleries to see the large collection of Egyptian mummies, and discover the Anglo-Saxon “Sutton Hoo” burial relics, as well as the “Winged Bulls” from Khorsabad.

British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max (opens in a new tab)

1,163 2 h 30 min

On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour visit one of the world’s largest collections of artifacts at the British Museum. Your engaging tour guide will take you through a curated selection of cultural and artistic works, sharing the history that will help you understand and appreciate a small portion of the 8 million items at the British Museum.

The British Museum London - Exclusive Guided Museum Tour (opens in a new tab)

598 2 h 30 min

On this 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour, visit one of the world’s largest collections of artifacts at the British Museum. Our engaging tour guides will take you through a curated selection of cultural and artistic works, sharing the history that will help you understand and appreciate a small portion of the 8 million items at the British Museum.

Free cancellation

London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry (opens in a new tab)

268 1 h

Start by meeting your guide in Russell Square. From there, you'll enter the British Museum and discover the most famous exhibits, including the Rosetta Stone and the Easter Island statue. Uncover the Elgin Marbles that once decorated an ancient Greek temple, the Parthenon. Hear stories from your guide about the Brazilian Crystal Skull and the Enlightenment Room. Afterwards, continue exploring the world-class exhibits at your own pace with an audio guide app. See artworks from Rembrandt, Holbein and Leonardo da Vinci. And don’t forget to visit the ancient Egyptian rooms, where you’ll step into the world of the pharaohs…

London: British Museum Guided Tour & Priority Entry (opens in a new tab)

75 2 h

This guide offers a curated selection of the British Museum's most significant exhibits, ensuring a rich and efficient visit. In the Explore the Hans Sloane Collection, the Rosetta Stone, and the King George III Library, providing insights into the foundations of modern science, history, and culture. Marvel at the Africa Section's and the moai statue, the intricate Benin Bronzes, and the inspiring Tree of Life sculpture showcasing the artistry and resilience of African civilizations. Witness the real Rosetta Stone in the Egypt Section, explore the Portals of Life, and see Assyrian Monuments. Discover ancient Egypt's secrets through its mummies and artefacts, offering a glimpse into their beliefs and daily life. Admire the Parthenon Sculptures, Greek marble sculptures from the Parthenon, highlighting ancient Greece's artistic achievements. See Greek cultural influence through artefacts in the Greeks in Italy and Cyprus section.