The Great British Museum Experience
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Visit the world’s oldest national public museum dedicated to human history, art and culture. The British Museum in London is home to around 8 million artefacts and is a must on many peoples visit to London. Your guide will ensure that your experience is maximised as you journey through time hearing the background to some of the most important pieces on display in this great collection. As you walk through time your guide will curate detailed information on individual objects in one of the greatest collections of antiquities in the world. You will head straight to the historic highlights making the most of your visit. Highlights: 8 million objects on display Learn about the artefacts’ history and story from a guide Rosetta Stone Prehistoric Tools The Elgin Marbles Sutton Hoo Lewis Chessman Hear of the British Museum's rich history Receive tailored information from your guide Customise the itinerary of this bespoke tour and receive personalised attention from a guide
Your experience
Stop 1
You will hear about the origins of The British Museum and the people who started the earliest Public Museum in the World,
Stop 2
You will get to see selected highlights which your guide will pick according to your interests. This will usually include The Rosetta Stone and the Elgin Marbles from Greece along with many other interesting artifacts, you will hear a more detailed background and story about these items.
What’s included
- Timed entry to the museum
- Full tour of the area by experienced local tour guide.
Not included
- Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
We can meet outside of the The Museum Tavern
Before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Your guide will meet you outside the front of the museum between the two red telephone boxes on Great Russell Street, they will arrange entry and go through an introduction to the museum before going through selected highlights of the meuseum.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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