Welcome to the British Museum

The British Museum stands as one of the most renowned cultural institutions in the world. Located in Central London, it attracts millions of visitors each year who come to explore its incredible collection dedicated to human history, arts and culture. Your expertly guided tour provides insights into the iconic works and unseen connections that shape world history.

What You Will Discover

With origins dating back to 1759, the museum now holds over eight million objects that span continents and centuries. Its galleries chart human achievement from prehistoric times to the present day. From Egyptian mummies to ancient Greek sculptures, Islamic ceramics to East Asian art, the range and depth are extraordinary.

Your guided visit will lead you through remarkable galleries, highlighting some of the museum’s most famous exhibits. Learn how early humans lived, why settled societies emerged and how inventions like money and writing transformed civilizations. Explore the roles that leaders, religions and creativity have played throughout history.

Highlights of the Tour

• Stories behind the Rosetta Stone

• The wonder of the Elgin Marbles

• Ancient Egyptian sarcophagi and artifacts

• Sumerian cuneiform tablets from Mesopotamia

• Discoveries from Aztec and Mayan cultures

A Journey Through Civilizations

From the first farmers and city builders to the makers of extraordinary empires, follow the course of history through tangible objects and visual storytelling. Your guide will help you unravel the significance of each piece and reveal the connections between different world cultures. This immersive journey invites questions about invention, power, everyday life and belief.

Experience the Museum with a Guide

Going beyond the highlights, your guide will share thought-provoking interpretations about the people behind the objects. Understand why certain items were created, the stories they tell and how they fit into the wider context of human history. Whether you are interested in art, mythology or technology, the British Museum’s collection offers something to captivate every visitor.

Essential Information

• Total tour duration: 2 hours

• Skip long lines and maximize your time

• Wheelchair accessible

• ID may be required for entry

Book your British Museum: Guided Tour tickets now!