Visitors walking outside the British Museum in London.
Visitors examining exhibits at The British Museum on a private tour in London.
Ancient Greek relief of horsemen from the Elgin Marbles, originally from Greece.
Rosetta Stone inscriptions at the British Museum, London.
National Gallery in London with classical columns and dome under a blue sky.
Interior view of the British Museum's grand hall with arched ceilings and visitors exploring.
Assyrian relief sculpture at the British Museum, featuring winged figures and a sacred tree.

British Museum & National Gallery Private Guided Tour, London

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Explore London's rich history and culture with this private guided tour of two iconic museums, the British Museum and National Gallery. Your journey begins at the British Museum, where you'll delve into millennia of human civilization through exhibits like Egyptian mummies and Greek temples. With a reserved entry to avoid queues, experience these treasures alongside an expert English-speaking guide who brings each artifact's story to life.

Uncover London's treasures on this private British Museum and National Gallery tour, delve into history and art with an expert English-speaking guide.

Enjoy reserved entries, skipping the long queues—benefit from the guidance of your personal expert, navigating the vast collections with ease and depth.

At the British Museum, explore an amazing array of artefacts that span human history, featuring the Rosetta Stone and the Moai from Easter Island.

Explore the National Gallery's artistic marvels from Da Vinci to Van Gogh and decode hidden meanings in world-famous paintings.

Did you know? The British Museum is older than the United States of America. It was established in 1753, 23 years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

4-hour private guided tour of the British Museum & the National Gallery

Professional English-speaking guide

Reserved entry time to the British Museum

Reserved entry time to the National Gallery

Visitors walking outside the British Museum in London.

Visitors walking outside the British Museum in London.

Immerse yourself in a world of history and culture as you take a private tour of two of London's largest museums – the British Museum and the National Gallery guided by an expert and friendly English-speaking guide.

Journey through time at the British Museum

Your tour begins at the legendary British Museum, a treasure trove of millions of items spanning thousands of years of human civilization. Marvel at the Egyptian mummies, Greek temples, priceless artefacts, and legendary pieces like the Rosetta Stone and the Easter Island Moai. Your reserved entry means no waiting in line, maximising your exploration time.

Artistic marvels at the National Gallery

A leisurely walk through central London takes you to the National Gallery. Here, you'll dive into the world of art, with over 2300 paintings from renowned artists like Da Vinci, Van Gogh, and Holbein. Decode the hidden meanings in the paintings and indulge your senses in iconic works like Monet's Waterlilies and Van Gogh's Sunflowers. Your guide will navigate you through the vast galleries, ensuring you don't miss out on any masterpiece.

Visitors examining exhibits at The British Museum on a private tour in London.

Visitors examining exhibits at The British Museum on a private tour in London.

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

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

Rosetta Stone inscriptions at the British Museum, London.

Rosetta Stone inscriptions at the British Museum, London.

Accessibility

  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
National Gallery in London with classical columns and dome under a blue sky.

National Gallery in London with classical columns and dome under a blue sky.

Interior view of the British Museum's grand hall with arched ceilings and visitors exploring.

Interior view of the British Museum's grand hall with arched ceilings and visitors exploring.

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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

No, reserved entry times are included so you can skip long queues and maximize your exploration time.
The museum holds a collection of millions of items spanning thousands of years and was established in 1753, predating the United States by 23 years.
No, all expenses are not covered; only the tour itself is included.
You'll marvel at Egyptian mummies, Greek temples, and legendary pieces like the Rosetta Stone and Easter Island Moai.
The tour lasts for 4 hours, providing ample time to explore both museums with your guide.
The tour includes exploring artistic marvels from artists like Da Vinci to Van Gogh and uncovering hidden meanings in famous paintings.
An expert English-speaking guide provides depth to your exploration with detailed narratives about history and art at both museums.
Upon arrival, you'll meet your reserved entry time and join your professional English-speaking guide for a private exploration of these cultural landmarks.
Yes, both the British Museum and National Gallery are accessible for wheelchairs and prams/strollers.
Your tour is led by a professional English-speaking guide who provides expert insights into history and art.

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