British Museum Guided Tour with Priority Timeslots(Small Group)

4.9 (588 reviews) London, England
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Because there is so much to see, you could spend a week at the British Museum and still not discover it all. See the main highlights of the UK's largest museum in just 2 hours with our expert guides. You will receive an audio headset in order to have the best audio experience in crowded museum. Admire the spectacular glass roof of the Great Court, a work of art in its own right. Marvel at the Parthenon Sculptures, also known as the Elgin Marbles, and delve into the myths and legends of ancient Greece. Step back in time to the land of the pharaohs with a visit to the Egyptian mummies, the Book of the Dead, and the awe-inspiring bust of Ramesses II. Discover the secrets of the Rosetta Stone and religious beliefs of ancient Egypt. Admire the beautifully crafted artefacts from Southeast Asia, learning about the rich histories and artistic traditions of the Asian continent. Discover the treasures of Anglo-Saxon England with a focus on the Sutton Hoo ship burial.

Options

ENGLISH - Guided Tour

Duration: 2 hours
Priority Tickets: Priority tickets to the British Museum, for the main entrance with allocated timeslots.

ITALIAN - Guided Tour
ENG -Guided Tour with Headsets

Duration: 2 hours
Priority Tickets and Headsets: Priority tickets to the British Museum, for the main entrance with allocated timeslots. Includes headsets for best experience

What's included

  • Expert guide
  • Entry tickets to the British Museum, for the main entrance with priority timeslots
  • Option for headset available
  • Tips

What to expect

  1. The British Museum
    2h
    Join us for an unforgettable 2 hours journey through the British Museum, where history comes alive. Our expert guides will lead you through the museum’s most fascinating exhibits, offering insights and stories you won’t find anywhere else.

    Discover some of the highlights of the British Museum with a experienced guide, and get a flavour of one of the world’s oldest and finest museums.

    See artefacts from all over the world including:
    • Egyptian Statues and Mummies
    • Rosetta Stone
    • Parthenon Sculpture
    • Assyrian Winged Bull
    • Easter Island Moai Statue
    • Sutton Hoo Ship Burial
    • Lewis Chessman
    • And many more

    With a collection exceeding 8,000,000 objects, displayed in over 70 galleries, the British Museum offers enough to keep you exploring for weeks —and you'd still not see everything.

    Our guides will show the most important artefacts, however, after the guided tour, you're free to continue exploring at your own pace.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your tour guide will wait for you inside of the museum, next to the information desk.

End point

Your tour guide will wait for you inside of the museum, next to the information desk.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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