LONDON: BRITISH MUSEUM GUIDED TOUR

Highlights

  • Explore the best of the British Museum’s collections in just a few hours with a licensed guide. Begin your journey by admiring the breathtaking ceiling and the spectacular glass roof of the Great Court, an artwork in its own right. Witness the world-renowned “Rosetta Stone,” which played a vital role in deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics.
  • Take a glimpse at the controversial Parthenon Sculptures, taken from the Parthenon in Athens by Lord Elgin, the former British ambassador to the Ottoman Empire.
  • Move on to the Ancient Egypt galleries, where you can witness an extensive collection of Egyptian mummies and discover the Anglo-Saxon “Sutton Hoo” burial relics. Lastly, experience the “Winged Bulls” from Khorsabad, a magnificent sculpture from ancient Mesopotamia that stands at the entrance of the museum’s Assyrian galleries.

Description

Discover the wonders of the British Museum, one of the world’s most historic and magnificent museums, with a licensed guide who will take you through its most stunning highlights. With an extensive collection of over eight million artifacts, the British Museum is a treasure trove of art and culture from across the globe.

Inclusions

  • Knowledgeable Guide

Exclusions

  • Pick up from hotel
  • Food and drinks

Itinerary

Meet your guide at the main entrance after the security check, on the stairs of the museum. Meeting point: The British Museum Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, UK

Please arrive on time as late arrivals are considered a no show.

Important information

  • The tour is a walking tour, and comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • The British Museum is enormous, so be prepared for an extensive amount of walking. 
  • Please arrive at the museum entrance at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time.

Cancellation Policy: Please note that the tour can be cancelled 48 hours before departure without any charges. Cancellations within 48 hours result in a 100% charge.

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