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British Museum Guided Tour in London
Admire this world-famous historic collection with the help of an expert guide
What's included
Passionate English-speaking guide
Skip the line British Museum tickets
Rosetta Stone
Parthenon sculptures
Egyptian mummies
Group size of 15
Itinerary
Meet your guide outisde the British Museum
Your guide will be waiting for you after you complete your security check
Great Court
This two-acre space, which was designed by Foster and Partners, is considered the largest covered public square in Europe.
Enlightenment Gallery
The Enlightenment Gallery at the British Museum, also known as Room 1, was designed to commemorate the museum's founding in 1753, during the Age of Enlightenment.
Rosetta Stone
Marvel at the crucial artifact in deciphering ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs
Parthenon sculptures
Gain insights into the controversies surrounding these ancient Greek masterpieces, which were once housed in Athens and now reside in the British Museum.
Egyptian mummies
Walk in the footsteps of pharaohs as you explore a vast collection of Egyptian mummies and immerse yourself in this mesmerizing culture.
Nereid Monument
Explore the intricacies of this ancient Greek tomb, adorned with exquisite sculptures of Nereids and gods.
End inside the British Museum
Your tour guide will leave you to explore the rest of the British Museum on your own!
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!
Mon, 07 Sep 2026
Meeting and drop-off point
Important Details
Your 2-hour tour of the British Museum begins at the building’s main entrance, just past security. After meeting your knowledgeable guide and the rest of your friendly group of travelers, it’s time to dive right in. Marvel at the impressive ceiling of the Great Court, learn about the famous Rosetta Stone, admire the Parthenon Sculptures, and explore the Ancient Egypt galleries. All the while, your expert guide will detail the fascinating history behind each collection. After the tour, feel free to continue exploring the rest of the museum’s extensive collections on your own!
British Museum Guided Tour Description
Your 2-hour tour includes:
Knowledgeable, licensed guide
Informative walking tour through the museum’s key collections
The “Rosetta Stone,” Parthenon Sculptures, and the Winged Bulls from Khorsabad
Ancient Egypt galleries and Egyptian mummies collection
The roof of the Great Court
Learn about the history of each collection
Meet Your Licensed Guide
To begin your immersive tour through the iconic British Museum, meet your licensed guide at the main entrance. They’ll be waiting by the stairs after the security check, along with the rest of your group members. Once everyone has arrived, it’s time to begin exploring the museum’s expansive collections! Your guide is an expert and will lead you to the most impressive highlights of this world-famous museum while explaining the fascinating history behind each historical treasure.
Gaze at the Great Court
Your tour will begin immediately by admiring the spectacular glass roof of the Great Court. This two-acre space, which was designed by Foster and Partners, is considered the largest covered public square in Europe. After taking in the extraordinary ceiling, your guide will lead you to the legendary Rosetta Stone. While marveling at this historic granitoid stone, your informative guide will explain how it played a crucial part in understanding Egyptian hieroglyphics.
Visit Controversial Sculptures
Continue immersing yourself in ancient history as you make your way to the Parthenon Sculptures. Listen carefully while your guide explains the fascinating controversy behind these sculptures, as they were taken from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin, the former British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire.
Admire Ancient Egypt
Next, follow your guide to the remarkable Ancient Egypt galleries, where your jaw will drop at the wide collection of Egyptian mummies and the Anglo-Saxon “Sutton Hoo” burial relics. Your guide will end the tour with the extraordinary Winged Bulls from Khorsabad, a breathtaking sculpture from ancient Mesopotamia, found at the entrance of the Assyrian galleries.
Following your tour, you’re free to continue exploring the rest of this historic museum on your own. The British Museum is massive, so there’s still plenty left to see!