British Museum entrance with visitors, showcasing audio tour and priority access.
British Museum Enlightenment Room with statues and display cases.
Ancient Greek relief of horsemen from the Elgin Marbles, originally from Greece.
Main entrance of the British Museum with neoclassical columns in London, UK.
Man using audio guide at British Museum entrance hall.
Guide holding an umbrella in a leafy park near the British Museum.
Charles James Fox bronze statue in Bloomsbury Square Garden, London with historic building backdrop.

British Museum Priority Entry Tickets with Audio Guide, London

London
Museums
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Duration: 2 hours

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Audio guide

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Experience an enriching journey through history with British Museum Priority Entry Tickets and Audio Guide in London. Begin your exploration at Russell Square, where you'll gain early access to iconic exhibits like the Rosetta Stone and Easter Island statue. The audio guide app provides detailed commentary on key pieces such as the Elgin Marbles, available in multiple languages including English, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Korean, and Spanish.

Priority entry tickets with an audio guide enable you to delve deeper into the British Museum's exhibits without rushing through.

The audio commentary enriches your visit by detailing Chinese scrolls and ancient Egyptian mummies alongside other fascinating displays.

Discover where 'Night at the Museum' was filmed, along with highlights like the Easter Island statue and the mysterious crystal skull.

Entry with Priority Access to the British Museum

Meeting point host available at Russell Square

Access to Audio Guide App for navigation within the museum

Multilingual audio commentary in English, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Korean and Spanish (based on option selected)

Donation contribution towards maintaining the British Museum

Guidance on the excursion

Headphones for audio narration

Fees for cloakroom services

British Museum entrance with visitors, showcasing audio tour and priority access.

British Museum entrance with visitors, showcasing audio tour and priority access.

Your Experience

Welcome to your personalized journey through time at the British Museum in London, United Kingdom. Your adventure begins with a meeting point in Russell Square before entering this iconic museum using Priority Entry Tickets for an expedited visit. As you explore, discover renowned exhibits like the Rosetta Stone and Easter Island statue.

Enhanced Exploration

Your audio guide app transforms your visit by providing commentary on significant artefacts such as the Elgin Marbles from ancient Greek temples including the Parthenon. Available in multiple languages—English, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Korean, and Spanish—the guides enrich your understanding of each exhibit.

Historical Treasures

The British Museum houses an array of historical treasures: marvel at the Rosetta Stone's role in deciphering ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics; appreciate the Parthenon Sculptures as masterpieces of Greek art and architecture; explore mummies, Roman artefacts like the Lion of Knidos, and astonishing Buddhist statues. Discover artworks by Rembrandt, Holbein, and Leonardo da Vinci.

Engaging Exhibits

Navigate through ancient Egyptian rooms where you'll step into pharaohs' world and explore multimedia displays that bring history to life alongside each artefact for an engaging experience. With your audio guide commentary, delve deeper into the museum's rich collection at a leisurely pace.

British Museum Enlightenment Room with statues and display cases.

British Museum Enlightenment Room with statues and display cases.

Ancient Greek relief of horsemen from the Elgin Marbles, originally from Greece.

Ancient Greek relief of horsemen from the Elgin Marbles, originally from Greece.

Main entrance of the British Museum with neoclassical columns in London, UK.

Main entrance of the British Museum with neoclassical columns in London, UK.

What to bring

  • Download the audio app before your visit to avoid any connectivity issues on-site.
  • Bring along earphones for a smooth experience with the audio guide.

Pack appropriate clothing in case of unpredictable weather changes.

What’s not allowed

  • Drones, alcohol, large bags over 8kg, wheeled cases, folding bicycles, and sharp metal objects are prohibited. Be mindful when packing!

Pets cannot accompany you due to venue restrictions.

Accessibility

  • The experience is accessible for wheelchair users and pram/stroller pushers.
  • Ramps and elevators are provided at the location for convenient access.

Guide dogs are permitted on-site.

Additional information

  • Entry to the British Museum is free. Your package includes priority entry, an audio guide app, and a donation to support the museum.
  • On-site facilities include restrooms, cloakroom services, and complimentary Wi-Fi access.

Cloakroom charges apply: £2 for coats, bags up to 4kg at £2.50, bags between 4-8kg cost £5, and umbrellas are priced at £1.

Man using audio guide at British Museum entrance hall.

Man using audio guide at British Museum entrance hall.

Guide holding an umbrella in a leafy park near the British Museum.

Guide holding an umbrella in a leafy park near the British Museum.

Download and activate the audio app beforehand to avoid any network issues once you're at the museum.

Make sure to bring earphones for an engaging experience with your multilingual audio guide commentary.

Pack a weather-ready kit, as unpredictable weather could affect your visit to this iconic attraction.

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Operating hours

British Museum

Monday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:45pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:45pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:45pm
Thursday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:45pm
Friday
10:00am - 8:30pm • last entry 8:15pm
Saturday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:45pm
Sunday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:45pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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FAQs

Audio guide headsets are not provided; you will need to use your own earphones for listening to the app commentary.
Multimedia displays next to each artefact bring history to life, enhancing your understanding and making your visit more engaging.
No, the priority entry tickets do not include a guided tour.
The priority entry ticket includes access to the museum, a host at the meeting point in Russell Square, an audio guide app with multilingual commentary, and a donation to the British Museum.
You'll explore famous exhibits like the Rosetta Stone, Easter Island statue, Elgin Marbles from the Parthenon, Chinese scrolls, ancient Egyptian mummies, and discover filming spots for 'Night at the Museum'.
Items such as drones, alcohol, large bags heavier than 8kg, wheeled cases, folding bicycles, and sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed in the museum.
The audio guide offers commentary in English, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Korean, and Spanish.
Download the audio guide app beforehand and remember to pack earphones for an immersive listening experience. Also, consider bringing weather-appropriate clothing since you might encounter unpredictable weather.
You will meet your host at Russell Square before entering the museum.
Cloakroom fees are not covered with the priority entry tickets; these will be additional costs if you choose to use them.

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