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5.0(19 reviews)

Semi-Private British Museum Guided Tour

From£119
2 hours
London, United Kingdom

About this activity

Join a semi-private guided tour of the British Museum to explore its vast collection, including the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.

Highlights

  • Explore ancient Egyptian artifacts
  • Marvel at the Rosetta Stone
  • Discover the Parthenon sculptures
  • Admire the Egyptian mummies
  • Learn about the Elgin Marbles

Full description

Dive into the rich tapestry of human history with a semi-private guided tour of the British Museum. With a maximum of six participants, you'll enjoy an intimate experience as you explore iconic artifacts like the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures, and Egyptian mummies. Your expert guide will share captivating stories and insights, making each exhibit come alive. Plus, skip the lines and maximize your time with priority entry. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with the past in one of the world's most renowned museums.

Included / Excluded

  • Expert guide
  • Semi-private group (max 6 people)
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Food and beverages

Itinerary

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From Egyptian mummies to Greek Parthenon Marbles and the Standard of Ur to the Hoa Hakananai'a, Easter Island Statue the British museum is packed to the brim with over 6000 years of human history. Whether you are passionate about Ancient Rome, can’t wait to lay your eyes upon the famous Anglo Saxon Helmet or would rather learn the story behind the Lewis Chessman set, our guide will go out of their way to show you the museums most memorable highlights.

Duration: 2h 30mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates rain or shine
  • Photography is allowed in most areas
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring a camera for photos
  • Check the museum's opening hours before visiting

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Fantastic Tour

We have been on many tours in our travels. Our tour of the British with Luca is the best we have ever experienced! Their knowledge was amazing and they could answer all of our questions! It was thoroughly delightful, educational, and well worth the cost. We will be looking for more tours with Liv.

Anne BMay 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Had a fabulous time. The...

Had a fabulous time. The guide (Luca) was amazing. He had a great depth of knowledge about everything we saw.

MARY_HNov 22, 2025VIATOR

Great Experience

Luca was an amazing guide and also very knowledgeable. He gave great information about everything we saw and took his time to explain if we were not sure.

maryhL2242WLNov 17, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Great visit to the British Museum with an excellent guide!

Luca was an exceptional tour guide. His knowledge and warm personality made it a memorable experience. If there was a higher rating it would be a 20. Thank you, Luca, it was so nice meeting you!

435claricegOct 3, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Great Tour of the British Museum with Luca

Luca was pretty awesome and gave us detailed info on a lot of the attractions, e.g. the Reading Room, remnants of the Seven Wonders of the World, and the Rosetta Stone. The kids found all the extra knowledge very interesting and we had a great time at the British Museum.

mmingfeilamAug 25, 2025TRIPADVISOR
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