British Museum Small-Group Guided Tour
British Museum Small-Group Guided Tour
Duration: 2 hours
2 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Learn the story of human evolution from small tribes to modern interconnected civilizations with your guide on this 2-hour tour of the British Museum.
Explore 6000 years of history at the British Museum and learn about the art and culture of the world, from Europe to Asia.
Marvel at the glass roof at the Great Court, a work of art in itself, and see the famous Rosetta Stone used to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics.
See the Mummy of Katebet, the double-headed Aztec serpent, among the eight million artifacts present there.
Glace at the controversial Parthenon Sculptures, taken from the Acropolis in Athens, and discover Assyrian galleries among others during your tour.
Small-group guided tour of the British Museum
Professional English-speaking guide
Access to special exhibitions and events
Visitors on a guided tour at the British Museum, viewing ancient sculptures.
A journey through time
The British Museum is a historic world dedicated to art and culture. Spread over an area of 75,000 square meters, the permanent collection of this museum has nearly 8 million works. The museum is itself divided into 10 separate sections, each focussing on one particular part of world history such as Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, Britain and the British Empire, Asia, Coins and Medals, and more.
What to expect
Your guided tour not only gives you insights into the relics but will also curate your experience for maximum wonder and fascination. Glance at the controversial Parthenon Sculptures, taken from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin, and learn facts about it. Walk to the Ancient Egypt galleries, to see an extensive collection of Egyptian mummies. You can also see the Winged Bulls from Khorsabad, a sculpture from ancient Mesopotamia marking the entrance of the museum’s Assyrian galleries.
Tour group exploring the Great Court of the British Museum, London.
British Museum exterior with visitors in front, London.
Visitors on a guided tour at the British Museum, viewing ancient sculptures.
Tour group exploring the Great Court of the British Museum, London.
British Museum exterior with visitors in front, London.
Visitor photographing an Egyptian statue at the British Museum.
What's not allowed
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Keep in mind that drones, alcohol, and sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
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Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 15 people.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Additional information
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Tours do not run between December 24 and 26 and between January 1 and 2.
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Facilities: parking, restroom, cloakroom, and free Wi-Fi.
British Museum gallery with ancient sculptures on display during guided tour.
Rosetta Stone with ancient inscriptions at the British Museum.
Visitor photographing an Egyptian statue at the British Museum.
British Museum gallery with ancient sculptures on display during guided tour.
Rosetta Stone with ancient inscriptions at the British Museum.
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