The British Museum's neoclassical facade with columns in London, UK.
Visitors in the Great Court of the British Museum, London, under the glass roof.
Visitor examining ancient artifacts at the British Museum during a guided tour.
Ancient Greek temple facade at the British Museum with detailed sculptures and columns.
British Museum Enlightenment Room with statues and display cases.
British Museum exhibition room with ancient wall carvings displayed.
British Museum entrance with Assyrian lamassu statues, London guided tour.

British Museum Entry Tickets, London

London
Museums
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Duration: 2 hours

Audio guide

Access to multilingual audio guide

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Explore London's British Museum with Entry Tickets and dive into an experience where mummies, ancient marbles, and the Rosetta Stone await you without any cost. This museum offers over 60 galleries filled with world history, allowing you to journey through time from Ancient Egypt to Greece and Rome in just one visit. Let these timeless treasures captivate your imagination as you wander among stories spanning millennia.

Explore 8 million artifacts, from ancient wonders to cultural gems, a paradise for anyone passionate about history and art.

Travel through 60 galleries spanning Egypt, Africa, Greece, Rome & Asia without stepping outside London.

Visit the iconic Great Court and Reading Room, once used by legends like Arthur Conan Doyle—it's history under a glass roof.

Discover how cultures approach life and death in the Living and Dying Gallery, packed with rituals, cures, and eerie funeral practices.

Pick from entry-only, entry ticket with audio guide or Headout's interactive audio guide app, small-group tour, or priority access with the British Museum audio tour.

Free entry tickets to the museum

Priority entrance (as per option selected)

Audio guide in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish (as per option selected)

Small group guided tour (as per option selected)

Professional English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Access to Headout's interactive audio guide app in English (iPhone required, carry your own headphones) (as per option selected)

The British Museum's neoclassical facade with columns in London, UK.

The British Museum's neoclassical facade with columns in London, UK.

Fancy hanging out with mummies, ancient marbles, and a Rosetta Stone? The British Museum’s got 8 million stories waiting, and you don’t even need to pay a dime.

Go on an epic time-traveling adventure

The British Museum’s 60+ galleries are a feast of world history, each one sharing its own unique story. Start in Ancient Egypt, where the mummies and the Rosetta Stone will transport you back in time. Then, head to Assyria, where you can explore royal lion hunts carved into stone. Greece and Rome are all about classical beauty, with treasures like the Parthenon Sculptures and stunning vases. Africa’s galleries are full of bold and beautiful artifacts, while Asia takes you on a journey through China, India, and Japan with incredible sculptures and textiles. The Americas are packed with fascinating pieces, like the Lewis Chessmen and Aztec treasures. It’s the ultimate history tour!

Enjoy ever-changing exhibitions

The British Museum always has something cool going on with its rotating exhibitions. Ancient India: Living Traditions (May 22, 2025–October 19, 2025) showcases 180 objects, including sculptures, paintings, and manuscripts that look at early devotional art in India and its origins. Then there’s Mumbai + London: New Perspectives on the Ancient World (April 24, 2025–January 11, 2026), which examines three rarely-seen-together sculptures from Egypt, India, and Rome. These exhibitions give you a glimpse into the world’s rich stories, all in one place.

Visitors in the Great Court of the British Museum, London, under the glass roof.

Visitors in the Great Court of the British Museum, London, under the glass roof.

Visitor examining ancient artifacts at the British Museum during a guided tour.

Visitor examining ancient artifacts at the British Museum during a guided tour.

Ancient Greek temple facade at the British Museum with detailed sculptures and columns.

Ancient Greek temple facade at the British Museum with detailed sculptures and columns.

What to bring

  • Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

  • Keep in mind sharp metallic tools or objects, alcohol, drones, bags larger than 40x40x50 cm, fireworks, flammable liquids, laser points, large umbrellas, and art supplies are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

  • Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.

  • Photography is not allowed in certain areas, such as the Islamic Gallery.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

  • Braille and audio signage are conveniently available for this experience.

  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

  • Kids under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Facilities: restroom, cloakroom, and free Wi-Fi.

British Museum Enlightenment Room with statues and display cases.

British Museum Enlightenment Room with statues and display cases.

British Museum exhibition room with ancient wall carvings displayed.

British Museum exhibition room with ancient wall carvings displayed.

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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
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FAQs

The iconic Reading Room was once a place for legends like Arthur Conan Doyle to work on their creations.
The museum features over 60 galleries, each offering a unique glimpse into world history.
Yes, you can download Headout's interactive audio guide app on your iPhone for English language guidance during your visit.
Make sure you have your entry tickets and ID ready for a smooth experience when visiting the museum.
Pets cannot accompany visitors due to venue restrictions at the British Museum.
Flash photography is not allowed within the museum, so be sure to turn off your camera's flash when taking photos.
The galleries cover a range of history from Ancient Egypt to Africa, Greece, Rome, and Asia without leaving London.
Audio guides in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish can be selected as part of certain ticket options.
Discover how different cultures approach life and death in the Living and Dying Gallery, which is packed with rituals, cures, and funeral practices.
Sharp metallic tools, alcohol, drones, bags larger than 40x40x50 cm, fireworks, flammable liquids, laser points, large umbrellas, and art supplies are not allowed in the museum.

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