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British Museum Tour

3 Reviews 2.33 out of 5 stars Based on 3 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | London, England

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On average, this is booked 47 (36) days in advance.

2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discovering the History of Humanity from its origins millions of years ago is possible without leaving London. With our British Museum Tour you will be able to discover, together with an official guide in English and an expert in the subject, the main pieces of the most outstanding cultures that have populated our planet. Part of the legacy of the Egyptians, the Greeks or the Aztecs are waiting for you in one of the most visited museums in the world.
We will begin our visit outside, at the entrance to the museum, where we will see its resemblance to some of the constructions of Classical Greece, such as the Parthenon of Athens. Its large size will give us a clue to the countless works of art that can be found inside. After learning about the history of the building, we will continue through the Central Hall, the largest covered courtyard in Europe.
We will move on to the Enlightenment room, the oldest room in the museum, which houses a collection of over 60,000 books by King George III, as well as other collections of private origin. We will continue our journey to immerse ourselves in the culture of Ancient Egypt, where we will learn all the details of the Egyptian funeral rites in different periods, as well as the imposing sculptures representing their gods, pharaohs and prominent figures.
Our journey to the past continues to the East, specifically to the Assyrian civilisation, which occupied the north of ancient Mesopotamia and of which we can currently find numerous pieces in the British Museum, such as the Lamassus that protected the gates of the cities or palaces of this empire.
The Greeks are another of the cultures that have left a great historical legacy. Continuing our visit, we will find an important part of the structure of the Parthenon of Athens. In this room we will delve into Greek mythology, while exploring the sculptural representations that were designed for each of the parts of which this marble temple dedicated to the goddess Athena was composed.
We will end our visit discovering various Aztec pieces and other Mesoamerican cultures after having met Hoa Hakananai'a, a moai from Easter Island that is more than two metres high. If you want to travel the world in just a few hours and delve into all its history, book our British Museum Tour now!

What's Included

  • Guided tour in English
  • Guided tour at the British Museum
  • The best local guides
  • Transportation (the approximate price of a single public transport ticket is €5.70).
  • Food and drink
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Meeting Location

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Great Russell Street
London WC1B 3BA, UK

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Great Russell Street
London WC1B 3DG, UK

Aztecs (inside the British Museum)

What To Expect

The British Museum

We will discover the legacy of some of the major civilisations of ancient human history in one of the most visited museums in the world.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. The guide will not be allowed to wait out of respect for the group. Go well in advance because of the queues at the entrance.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the British Museum Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Guided tour in English
  • Guided tour at the British Museum
  • The best local guides
  • Transportation (the approximate price of a single public transport ticket is €5.70).
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour starts. The guide will not be allowed to wait out of respect for the group. Go well in advance because of the queues at the entrance.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).

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