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Discover 2 million years of human history, art and culture at the British Museum! See and learn about the Rosetta Stone, Elgin Marbles and other rare treasures from all around the globe.
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Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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Instant confirmation & Mobile ticketsReceive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
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Private tourAvoid crowds with an exclusive experience.
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Free pickupA complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered. (depends on selected option)
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Live guidingEnglish, French, German, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish
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Duration2-5.5 hours
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Includes
- Guided Tour of the British Museum and the National Gallery(private or group tour, attractions depend on the selected option)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language selected when booking
- Private tour of free exhibitions at the British Museum (2-, 3,5-, 4- and 5,5-hour private tours only)
- Group tour of free exhibitions at the British Museum (4-hour group tour only)
- Private tour of free exhibitions at the National Gallery (4- and 5,5-hour private tours only)
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off service (3,5- and 5,5-hour private tours only)
- Private tour of free exhibitions at the National Gallery (in the 2- and 3,5-hour private tours and the 4-hour group tour)
- Round-trip transfer with pickup and drop-off service (in the 2- and 4-hour private tours and the 4-hour group tour)
- Private Guide (in 4-hour group tour)
Highlights
- Visit the British Museum with a 5-Star Expert Guide
- Learn about world history, archeology and ethnography
- Discover the highlights of the National Gallery (4- and 5,5-hour private tours)
- Round-trip transfer from your accommodation by private car(3,5 and 5,5-hour pvt)
- Enjoy a group tour of British Museum & see the Royal Opera House (4-hour group)
Description
Join an Expert Guide on a journey from the dawn of human history to the present at the British Museum, the oldest public national museum in the world. You can choose between a private or group tour of this attraction. Reserved entry tickets are included. Come and hear the most comprehensive story of human civilization and culture!
Book a 2-hour private tour of the British Museum in London. This exclusive experience will be led by a Licensed Guide who is an expert on world history, archeology and ethnography, so you can learn from the best and ask questions about the topics that interest you the most. Take this opportunity to travel around the globe, from Africa, through the Americas, to Asia and beyond, exploring stories from different ethnicities, cultures and communities.
Inside the British Museum you will see rare treasures such as a replica of the Rosetta Stone from Ancient Egypt, the Babylonian ‘Queen of the Night relief”, a Column from the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus - one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World from Turkey, and more. Every object tells a story of the development of human civilization. Your Private Guide will help you understand the history of these unique artifacts and how they got into the museum.
Choose the 3,5-hour option to book a 2-hour private tour with a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation in London. As the museum’s collection spans over 60 galleries, you can reduce walking by taking advantage of private car transfers. For your convenience, both pickup and drop-off are included. We will organize a clean, air-conditioned vehicle exclusively for you and your group.
Book the extended 4-hour private tour to visit London’s 2 top-rated museums: the British Museum and the National Gallery, on the same day. It is a must-do for every history and art lover! Visit the National Gallery with a Private Guide and explore an incredible collection of paintings by Western artists, including Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Van Gogh,Titan, Claude Lorrain, Anthony van Dyck, and more!
Choose the 5,5-hour option to enjoy an extended 4-hour private tour of the British Museum and the National Gallery with an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation. Save time and effort by booking private car transfers in advance. This option includes pickup and drop-off service, transfer to the British Museum and transfer back from the National Gallery. Transfer between the British Museum and the National Gallery is not included.
We also offer a group tour of the British Museum. Book a 4-hour group tour to visit the museum with reserved entry tickets, explore the highlights of its incredible collection of historical artifacts, and stroll though Covent Garden to see the Royal Opera House. Our group tours are conducted in English by licensed Blue Badge Guides,and are limited to 25 participants, so you won't feel lost in the crowd.
- Please check your email the day before the tour.
- We offer a private or group tour of this attraction. The tour type and itinerary depends on the selected option.
- Free admission to the British Museum and National Gallery is for permanent exhibitions only. Tickets for temporary exhibitions can be bought online or on the spot.
- The 3,5- and 5,5-hour options include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer from your accommodation. Transfer between the British Museum and the National Gallery is not included. Transfer time will vary. We will arrange a standard car (sedan) for 1-4 people, and a larger van for groups of 5 and more.
- 2- and 3,5-hour private tours: due to museum regulations,1 guide can lead a group of 1-30 people. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups.
- 4- and 5,5-hour private tours: due to gallery regulations, 1 guide can lead 1-11 people.
- 4-hour group tour: max 25 participants. Commentary in only 1 language. This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
2-Hour: British Museum Private Tour
4-Hour: British Museum & National Gallery Private Tour
3.5-Hour: British Museum Private Tour with Transfers
5.5-Hour: British Museum, Gallery Private Tour and Transfers
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