British Museum Highlights with a Historian — Maximum 8 Guests

London, England

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Home to millions of artefacts from across the globe, the British Museum could take days to explore. Get a fresh perspective on this off-the-path tour that puts the history in context—including the colonialism that brought the treasures to London. See fragments of the world’s first library, an ancient board game from Mesopotamia, and more as you explore India, China, Egypt, and beyond. Timed reservations ensure entry and save on waiting.

See the British Museum with a guide in an intimate group no larger than eight
Discover hidden gems and hear insightful analysis of the museum’s role today
Free timed entry means less time waiting in line
Choice of morning or afternoon departures to suit your schedule

What's Included

Guides: English
2.5-hour small-group tour with a professional historian (maximum 8 guests)
Entrance to the museum

Tickets to paid temporary exhibitions
Food and Drink
Hotel pickup and drop off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Starbucks Coffee
51 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3BA, UK
Meet your guide outside Starbucks, directly opposite the British Museum on Great Russell Street. Your guide will be waiting outside the café. Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour begins to allow time for introductions and entry to the museum.

End point

The British Museum
Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, UK
The tour ends in the British Museum's Parthenon Galleries, where you can continue exploring the museum independently. Your guide can give directions back to the Great Court and museum exits if required.

Itinerary

The British Museum

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
The tour can be adapted to use step-free routes and lifts where required. Please let us know about any accessibility requirements when booking
This is a walking tour and involves periods of standing while exploring the galleries. The route can be adapted where necessary to use step-free access and lifts
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers