British Museum

• Detailed Audio Guided Tour available in English to be accessed via link and highlights audio tour is available in Spanish, Mandarin, French, Italian and German with a map to be accessed via mobile app. • Free Timed reservation to the British Museum so that you walk directly in on your chosen time. The British Museum in London is a world-renowned institution that holds a vast collection of art, artifacts, and historical treasures spanning over two million years of human history. Founded in 1753, the museum is home to a diverse range of objects from every corner of the globe, including the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin Marbles, and the Egyptian mummies. Please note that the entry is free for the British Museum and you are purchasing the audio tour which you will access via a mobile app., this purchase comes with entry reservation at your chosen date and time for the museum.

On this 2.5 hour exclusive guided museum tour, visit one of the world’s largest collections of artifacts at the British Museum. Our engaging tour guides will take you through a curated selection of cultural and artistic works, sharing the history that will help you understand and appreciate a small portion of the 8 million items at the British Museum.

Discover some of the highlights of the British Museum with a guide and get a flavor of one of the world’s oldest and finest museums. Because there is so much to see, you could spend a week at the British Museum and still not discover it all. Experience the best of the British Museum’s collections, starting with a view of the breathtaking ceiling. Admire the spectacular glass roof of the Great Court, a work of art. Then, see the world-famous “Rosetta Stone,” the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics. Admire the controversial Parthenon Sculptures, taken from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin, the former British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire. Go to the Ancient Egypt galleries to see the large collection of Egyptian mummies, and discover the Anglo-Saxon “Sutton Hoo” burial relics, as well as the “Winged Bulls” from Khorsabad.

This informative audio tour offers extensive insights into many of the important artefacts found within the British Museum, and you can easily download the app to access it. You will receive your timed entry ticket ahead of your visit, and these tickets do not incur any charges. The museum sees a high volume of guests throughout the year, often resulting in crowded conditions; therefore, they limit daily visitor numbers to enhance your experience, with this purchase your entry is guaranteed. With this audio-guided tour, you are assured entry on your chosen date, although expect some waiting during busy periods.

Forget about big groups of strangers or running after a guide with a tight schedule leading a big group. Treat your family, your friends, your partner or just yourself with this PRIVATE tour. No strangers will be part of the group, only you and whoever is travelling with you. In two hours you will visit the most important artifacts and lesser know objects. In this private tour you will be able to learn about many different civilizations in the humanity's history at your own pace, without having to follow a large group. The guide will be friendly, professional and will customize the tour according to the group needs, for example in case of couples or families with kids adapting the approach. The British Museum is huge but in 2 hours you will have an overview of the most significant objects like, but not limited to, the Rosetta Stone, Ramses II, Double headed serpent, Parthenon Marbles, the Moai from Easter Island, Lewis Chessmen, the Waddesdon Bequest and the Assyrian Lamassu.

Follow in the footsteps of great archaeologists, relic hunters and explorers who acquired the treasures of the British Museum, and learn about their adventures and the hazards they braved to make their astounding discoveries. You’ll unlock the secrets of the British Museum’s extraordinary collection with a qualified archaeologist, getting to grips with the history of human civilisation, exploring our earliest origins in Africa, to the great empires of Egypt, Assyria, Greece and Rome. Along the way, you'll tour the British Museum's most famous galleries, including Ancient Egypt and Assyria, Ancient Greece and Rome, the Vikings and the Aztecs, discovering world-famous artefacts such as the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon Marbles and the Lewis Chessmen. You'll also have fun learning to play the world's most ancient board game, The Royal Game of Ur, whose rules were deciphered by British Museum scholars, and see how ancient scripts such a Egyptian hieroglyphs and cuneiform were deciphered.

Described as 'the World's Museum', there simply is no other collection on earth as spectacular as that within the walls of the British Museum. With a dazzling swathe of artifacts from throughout the world and its history, your private expert guide will condense the very best it has to offer. Marvel at Ancient Egyptian statues and carvings, as you hear about the geniuses who cracked the code of hieroglyphics, using the famous Rosetta Stone. Then, be blown away by the craftsmanship and detail that the Parthenon Marbles boast, as you discover the contentious history of these masterpieces. Alongside your private expert guide, you'll also see mummies, Viking treasures, and even the chess set that inspired a magical version of the game in Harry Potter. This highlights tour will show you the best of the British Museum in an hour. If you'd prefer a more in-depth experience, with more of the hidden gems and secrets that the collection has to offer, check out our 3-hour version of this tour.

Discovering the History of Humanity from its origins millions of years ago is possible without leaving London. With our British Museum Tour you will be able to discover, together with an official guide in English and an expert in the subject, the main pieces of the most outstanding cultures that have populated our planet. Part of the legacy of the Egyptians, the Greeks or the Aztecs are waiting for you in one of the most visited museums in the world. We will begin our visit outside, at the entrance to the museum, where we will see its resemblance to some of the constructions of Classical Greece, such as the Parthenon of Athens. Its large size will give us a clue to the countless works of art that can be found inside. After learning about the history of the building, we will continue through the Central Hall, the largest covered courtyard in Europe. We will move on to the Enlightenment room, the oldest room in the museum, which houses a collection of over 60,000 books by King George III, as well as other collections of private origin. We will continue our journey to immerse ourselves in the culture of Ancient Egypt, where we will learn all the details of the Egyptian funeral rites in different periods, as well as the imposing sculptures representing their gods, pharaohs and prominent figures. Our journey to the past continues to the East, specifically to the Assyrian civilisation, which occupied the north of ancient Mesopotamia and of which we can currently find numerous pieces in the British Museum, such as the Lamassus that protected the gates of the cities or palaces of this empire. The Greeks are another of the cultures that have left a great historical legacy. Continuing our visit, we will find an important part of the structure of the Parthenon of Athens. In this room we will delve into Greek mythology, while exploring the sculptural representations that were designed for each of the parts of which this marble temple dedicated to the goddess Athena was composed. We will end our visit discovering various Aztec pieces and other Mesoamerican cultures after having met Hoa Hakananai'a, a moai from Easter Island that is more than two metres high. If you want to travel the world in just a few hours and delve into all its history, book our British Museum Tour now!

Described as 'the World's Museum', there simply is no other collection on earth as spectacular as that within the walls of the British Museum. With a dazzling swathe of artifacts from throughout the world and its history, your private expert guide will condense the very best it has to offer. Marvel at Ancient Egyptian statues and carvings, as you hear about the geniuses who cracked the code of hieroglyphics, using the famous Rosetta Stone. Then, be blown away by the craftsmanship and detail that the Parthenon Marbles boast, as you discover the contentious history of these masterpieces. Your private expert guide will also show you mummies, Viking treasures, and even the chess set that inspired a magical version of the game in Harry Potter. Alongside these highlights, you'll also get to discover the hidden gems and secrets of this astounding collection as your private expert guide takes you through this in-depth experience.

The British Museum guided tour is more than a walkthrough; it's a voyage guided by experts who transform the past into a living, breathing narrative. It's an opportunity to witness history unfold, understand its nuances, and appreciate the interconnectedness of cultures across time and space. Visitors are not just spectators but active participants in a shared journey through civilizations. The guides facilitate dialogue, encouraging questions and discussions, ensuring a personalized experience. Their expertise ranges from archaeology to art history, offering diverse perspectives on the artifacts that grace the museum's halls.

Enjoy a private tour of The British Museum, one of the largest museums of its kind in the world, with more than eight million items on display. With this tour, make the most of your time with an experienced guide and an itinerary designed to take in many amazing highlights from cultures around the world, from earliest times up to the present day. Experience a fascinating journey through human history, art, and culture. Your tour includes admission for the Museum and you can choose between a morning or afternoon tour. • Tour The British Museum with a private guide. • This tour lasts three hours, which allows plenty of time to see the museum’s collections. • Meet your guide at The Rear Entrance on Montague Place. • Tailor the tour to suit your party’s interests. We provide bespoke, friendly and informative guided tours to suit all clients, ensuring that your tour will be entertaining. We enjoy sharing our knowledge of the collections, making your visit very special and memorable.

Whether you are a history buff or simply curious about the world’s cultures and civilisations, the British Museum is the perfect place to visit with treasures housed within its walls. Enjoy a detailed audio tour of the museum and learn about the museum’s important collection, allowing visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the significance of the important artefacts on display and access a wealth of information about the museum's exhibits. From the Rosetta Stone, Sophilos Vase, The Parthenon Sculptures, Crouching Venus, Bust of Ramesses the Great, The Ife Head, Aztec serpent to Grayson Perry's The Tomb of the Unknown Craftsman, there's so much to see and experience.

One price for up to six. A completely private, guided highlights tour of one of the greatest museums in the world. I am an friendly, insured, licensed, Blue Badge Guide with a degree in Classical History. I cut away myths and explain a wide range of the most important objects in the collection. The Rosetta Stone, Egyptian Pharaohs, a scared metal cat. The Parthenon marbles, to a bust of Homer and spectacular, classical jewellery. Unusual roman glass, to Pompeii wall paintings. Early British gold and silver from a boat burial. I work with families, and their children are very welcome, as are groups, couples, individuals and students. We also enter very quickly as we will be to the front of the line.

This guide offers a curated selection of the British Museum's most significant exhibits, ensuring a rich and efficient visit. In the Explore the Hans Sloane Collection, the Rosetta Stone, and the King George III Library, providing insights into the foundations of modern science, history, and culture. Marvel at the Africa Section's and the moai statue, the intricate Benin Bronzes, and the inspiring Tree of Life sculpture showcasing the artistry and resilience of African civilizations. Witness the real Rosetta Stone in the Egypt Section, explore the Portals of Life, and see Assyrian Monuments. Discover ancient Egypt's secrets through its mummies and artefacts, offering a glimpse into their beliefs and daily life. Admire the Parthenon Sculptures, Greek marble sculptures from the Parthenon, highlighting ancient Greece's artistic achievements. See Greek cultural influence through artefacts in the Greeks in Italy and Cyprus section.

When in London with your children don’t miss this special 2.5-hour Private British Museum Tour for Kids and Families! With more than 8 million objects the British Museum is the biggest collection in the world picturing the human culture since its origins. With our kids-friendly professional guide you will see the museum highlights and learn more about famous masterpiecies as the Athens’ Parthenon ancient sculptures, the Rosetta Stone, Ginger the Egyptian mummy, Sutton Hoo Treasure, Vidandola Tablets, Lewis Chessmen and much more!

Visit the world's greatest museum with a qualified archaeologist as your guide. Your guide has 20 years experience and a specialises in the British Museum's collection, you'll get an unparalleled level of knowledge presented in an entertaining, family friendly way. You'll cut through the clutter of the enormous museum to discover it's most famous exhibits and hidden gems you won't see on other tours. You'll also learn of the incredible adventures of the archaeologists who found the artefacts and the lost civilisations that made them, as well as the tantalising mysteries that still elude us.

Visit the world’s oldest national public museum dedicated to human history, art and culture. The British Museum in London is home to around 8 million artefacts and is a must on many peoples visit to London. Your guide will ensure that your experience is maximised as you journey through time hearing the background to some of the most important pieces on display in this great collection. As you walk through time your guide will curate detailed information on individual objects in one of the greatest collections of antiquities in the world. You will head straight to the historic highlights making the most of your visit. Highlights: 8 million objects on display Learn about the artefacts’ history and story from a guide Rosetta Stone Prehistoric Tools The Elgin Marbles Sutton Hoo Lewis Chessman Hear of the British Museum's rich history Receive tailored information from your guide Customise the itinerary of this bespoke tour and receive personalised attention from a guide

Embark on an enriching exploration of The British Museum's treasures with our licensed guide, designed to showcase the highlights in just a few captivating hours. Begin your journey by marveling at the magnificent ceiling and the awe-inspiring glass roof of the Great Court, a masterpiece in itself. Your adventure continues as you encounter the world-renowned "Rosetta Stone," a crucial artifact in the decoding of Egyptian hieroglyphics, offering a fascinating glimpse into ancient communication. Explore the intriguing Parthenon Sculptures, with a history marked by controversy as they were taken from Athens by Lord Elgin, the former British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire. Delve into the Ancient Egypt galleries, where an extensive collection of Egyptian mummies awaits, along with the captivating relics of the Anglo-Saxon "Sutton Hoo" burial site.

Join us to explore the history of women through the objects inside one of London’s most popular museums. Throughout the tour you will learn about warriors and icons, visit one of the oldest tablets written by a woman, statues representing women in history, as well as artefacts found by female archaeologists. Each object you visit will give you an insight into how different cultures through history worshiped, feared and depicted women.

I know this museum so well I even supervised sleepovers with the mummies! I'm an ex official staff member of the British Museum, and am a TV historian who has appeared on BBC and Sky History shows and I hold a masters degree from Cambridge University. And have guided thousands of happy customers. I'll tell you so many behind-the-scenes stories, object based story telling that makes the highlights come alive. This 3 hour tour is educational, enthusiastic and entertaining, assumes no prior knowledge and covers the major must-see objects.