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British Museum Guided Tour

Group Size

Max 8

Tour Duration

2.5 Hours

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Free Cancellation upto 24 Hrs

Gallery Highlights Details Itinerary Inclusions

Highlights of the tour

Highlights generally include:

• The Rosetta Stone, The key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs, this artifact unlocked the secrets of an ancient civilization and remains one of the museum's most famous treasures.

• The Parthenon Marbles, Admire these masterpieces of 5th century Greek sculpture, removed by Lord Elgin from the Parthenon in Athens and now one of the museum's most debated treasures.

• The Egyptian Mummies , Explore the museum's world-class collection of mummies, sarcophagi, and burial artifacts, offering a glimpse into ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.

• The Lewis Chessmen, A striking set of medieval chess pieces carved from walrus ivory, these 12th-century figures provide insight into the Viking-era world of Scotland and Scandinavia.

• The Sutton Hoo Treasure, One of the greatest archaeological finds in British history, this Anglo-Saxon burial hoard includes a breathtaking helmet, intricate gold jewelry, and finely crafted weapons.

Discover the British Museum, home to one of the world's most extraordinary collections of over eight million artifacts spanning six millennia!

On this private tour, our expert guide will transport you across continents and through time, revealing the remarkable stories behind the museum's most treasured exhibits.nnUnravel the mysteries of Ancient Egypt before the Rosetta Stone and the Mummy of Katebet. Marvel at the Parthenon Marbles, masterpieces of Greek classical sculpture that once adorned the Acropolis. Next, journey east to the empires of Assyria and Babylon where you'll encounter the colossal winged bulls that once guarded the palace of ancient kings.nnReturn to Britain and trace its history from Roman rule to the medieval era, uncovering the intricate treasures of the Sutton Hoo burial and exquisite Roman silverware. By the end of this tour, you'll have traveled through thousands of years of history, gaining a deeper appreciation for the cultures, innovations, and legacies that shaped our world.

Itinerary

A 2.5 private tour of the British Museum with one of our expert guides.
Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom

• PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR (with Reserved Entry Tickets Included)

• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE

• DURATION 2.5 HOURS

Semi-Private Tour

“Semi-Private” means group size is never more than 8 guests maximum.

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What Our Customers Say

Amorada A 5 contributions

Amorada A

Great guide. Excellent service and kids friendly. It is definitely worth it espyif you would like to maximise your time to visit the museum.

29 May 2025

William M 5 contributions

Nice

Outstanding private tour guide. Even though the weather was poor, the tour guide made the tour very enjoyable. She was great, very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour without hesitation.

29 May 2025

William M 5 contributions

Best one

Outstanding private tour guide. Even though the weather was poor, the tour guide made the tour very enjoyable. She was great, very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour without hesitation.

01 May 2025

Amorada A 7 contributions

Best One

Great guide. Excellent service and kids friendly. It is definitely worth it espyif you would like to maximise your time to visit the museum.

01 May 2025

Brian P 3 contributions

Best Option

Guide was exceptionally well informed and added humor to his interesting delivery. Would recommend this walking tour to anyone who enjoys a historical review of the city. 

01 May 2025

Jeff K 5 contributions

Good tour

We went on Babylon's tour with London and decided to book through them again in Barcelona. Once again they were great. Barcelona is an amazing city and was nice to get there and see the city from a local's perspective.

01 May 2025

FAQ's

Yes, you are welcome to stay in the museum until it closes.

No, as the museum is large, locating the guide inside is challenging. The guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and accompany the group inside. However, you are welcome to stay in the museum after the tour ends!

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380 . Our refund policy does not cover transportation issues within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380. Our refund policy does not cover medical issues that arise within 24 hours of the tour's start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

Please inform your guide as soon as possible. As this is a semi-private tour, it must start on time. If your tour is ticketed, the guide will reply to your message with the tickets so you can enter the museum or monument on your own and try to join the guide inside if possible. Please note that once the tour begins, the guide will not be able to regularly check their phone.

Yes! You can reschedule free of charge if you notify us at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. For rescheduling within 24 hours, a fee applies to cover guide payments, unused tickets, and company costs (no profit is made on this fee). If you booked through a booking platform like Viator or GetYourGuide, you must reschedule directly with them.

No, Viator is a booking platform and Online Travel Agent. They sell our tours, but we are Babylon Tours, a Tour Operator currently offering tours in 12 major cities worldwide!

Yes! All tickets for the permanent collection are included and organized by Babylon Tours.

Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour by text and email. Please ensure you have provided your correct telephone number (including country code) and email beforehand. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don't see the email in your inbox.

Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Your guide will be wearing a Babylon badge on a Babylon lanyard. They will also reach out to you on the morning of the tour to confirm the meeting point.

Your guide will have your tickets. As long as you bring proof of ID, the guide's name and number, and arrive at the meeting point on time, the guide will assist you with entry.

British Museum Guided Tour