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The British Museum

Explore the British Museum's global cultures. Dive into traditions and enjoy British afternoon tea at the Great Court Restaurant. Sip tea, savor sandwiches, sweet treats, and scones with cream and jam. Opt for Prosecco to elevate your experience!

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British Museum interior with Ancient Greek sculptures and visitors exploring exhibits.
Enlightenment Room exhibits at British Museum, London with historical artifacts.
British Museum exhibition room with ancient artifacts and sculptures on display.
Visitors exploring exhibits in the British Museum during a small-group guided tour in London.
British Museum entrance with visitors, highlighting audio tour and priority access.
Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon exhibit at the British Museum, London.
British Museum Reading Room interior with circular bookshelves and domed ceiling, London.
Rosetta Stone exhibit at The British Museum, London.
British Museum interior with visitors exploring ancient artifacts in London.
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  • Explore 8 million artifacts—from ancient wonders to cultural gems—a paradise for anyone passionate about history and art.

  • Travel through 60 galleries spanning Egypt, Africa, Greece, Rome & Asia—all without stepping outside London.

  • Visit the iconic Great Court and Reading Room, once used by legends like Arthur Conan Doyle—it's history under a glass roof.

  • Discover how cultures approach life and death in the Living and Dying Gallery—packed with rituals, cures, and eerie funeral practices.

  • Choose from entry-only, entry ticket with audio guide, small-group tour, or priority access with the British Museum audio tour.

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  • Explore 8 million artifacts—from ancient wonders to cultural gems—a paradise for anyone passionate about history and art.

  • Travel through 60 galleries spanning Egypt, Africa, Greece, Rome & Asia—all without stepping outside London.

  • Visit the iconic Great Court and Reading Room, once used by legends like Arthur Conan Doyle—it's history under a glass roof.

  • Discover how cultures approach life and death in the Living and Dying Gallery—packed with rituals, cures, and eerie funeral practices.

  • Choose from entry-only, entry ticket with audio guide, small-group tour, or priority access with the British Museum audio tour.

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British Museum entrance with visitors, showcasing audio tour and priority access.
Enlightenment Room exhibits at British Museum, London with historical artifacts.
Elgin Marbles displayed in the British Museum, London, highlighting Greek heritage.
British Museum main entrance with visitors in London, UK.
British Museum entrance with visitors, highlighting audio tour and priority access.
British Museum entrance with visitors, highlighting audio tour and priority access.
Charles James Fox bronze statue in Bloomsbury Square Garden, London with British Museum in background.
Visitors examining ancient artifacts at The British Museum on a private tour in London.
British Museum Egyptian artifacts display with hieroglyphics and ancient sculptures in London.
British Museum Reading Room interior with circular bookshelves and domed ceiling, London.
British Museum interior with visitors exploring ancient artifacts in London.
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  • Maximize your experience with priority entry to the British Museum, allowing you to spend more time exploring on your own.

  • Explore the political side of London with an audio-guided tour, including the Houses of Parliament.

  • Learn about Chinese scrolls and ancient Egyptian mummies through informational displays in addition to your audio guide.

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  • Maximize your experience with priority entry to the British Museum, allowing you to spend more time exploring on your own.

  • Explore the political side of London with an audio-guided tour, including the Houses of Parliament.

  • Learn about Chinese scrolls and ancient Egyptian mummies through informational displays in addition to your audio guide.

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Afternoon Tea at the British Museum
Couple having afternoon tea at the British Museum in London.
Scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam served at the British Museum cafe.
British Museum entrance with visitors, showcasing audio tour and priority access.
English tea sandwiches on a cake stand at the British Museum in London.
Afternoon tea with prosecco at the British Museum, London, featuring elegant table setting.
Visitors exploring exhibits at The British Museum in London, UK.
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1 hr 30 min
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  • Step into a world of elegance and history for a small-group afternoon tea experience, surrounded by ancient artifacts, perfect for those wanting an intimate experience.
  • Delight your senses with a tantalizing spread of freshly prepared finger sandwiches, pastries, and scones.
  • Indulge your taste buds with a curated selection of exquisite and exotic blends, expertly paired to complement your afternoon tea treats.
  • Explore the museum’s vast collection of art and artifacts, including the Rosetta Stone and the Parthenon Sculptures, before or after your experience.
  • Make your experience even more memorable with an upgrade to a glass of prosecco, adding a touch of luxury to your Afternoon Tea.

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  • Step into a world of elegance and history for a small-group afternoon tea experience, surrounded by ancient artifacts, perfect for those wanting an intimate experience.
  • Delight your senses with a tantalizing spread of freshly prepared finger sandwiches, pastries, and scones.
  • Indulge your taste buds with a curated selection of exquisite and exotic blends, expertly paired to complement your afternoon tea treats.
  • Explore the museum’s vast collection of art and artifacts, including the Rosetta Stone and the Parthenon Sculptures, before or after your experience.
  • Make your experience even more memorable with an upgrade to a glass of prosecco, adding a touch of luxury to your Afternoon Tea.
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British Museum interior with visitors exploring ancient artifacts in London.
A female tourist exploring inside the British Museum
London Eye view from river cruise, showcasing London's skyline, part of Combo deal.
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British Museum interior with Ancient Greek sculptures and visitors exploring exhibits.
Enlightenment Room exhibits at British Museum, London with historical artifacts.
Rosetta Stone exhibit at The British Museum, London.
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Aerial view of London skyline from the London Eye, featuring the River Thames and iconic landmarks.
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  • Time travel through history at the British Museum, from ancient Egypt to the Renaissance, and then ascend to new heights on the London Eye.

  • Perfect for solo travelers, families, and groups, explore two of London’s iconic attractions at your own pace.

  • Compared to buying individual tickets, you can save money on this budget-friendly combo and enjoy seamless entry to both attractions.

  • Learn from informative displays at both attractions and travel easily between both attractions via public transport for a well-planned itinerary.

  • Perfect for photography enthusiasts who can capture impressive photos of ancient artifacts and modern landmarks.

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  • Time travel through history at the British Museum, from ancient Egypt to the Renaissance, and then ascend to new heights on the London Eye.

  • Perfect for solo travelers, families, and groups, explore two of London’s iconic attractions at your own pace.

  • Compared to buying individual tickets, you can save money on this budget-friendly combo and enjoy seamless entry to both attractions.

  • Learn from informative displays at both attractions and travel easily between both attractions via public transport for a well-planned itinerary.

  • Perfect for photography enthusiasts who can capture impressive photos of ancient artifacts and modern landmarks.

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British Museum entrance with visitors, highlighting audio tour and priority access.
British Museum entrance with visitors, showcasing audio tour and priority access.
Tower of London Crown Jewels exhibition with historic fortress backdrop
Elgin Marbles displayed in the British Museum, London, highlighting Greek heritage.
Enlightenment Room exhibits at British Museum, London with historical artifacts.
British Museum and National Gallery private tour guide explaining art to visitors in London.
Visitors exploring the historic Tower of London, a part of the Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour combo ticket offer
Tower of London with iconic White Tower and surrounding medieval fortress walls.
Tower of London crown jewels display with historic royal crowns and regalia.
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  • Witness the grandeur of the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London and the Parthenon Sculptures at the British Museum first-hand with this combo ticket.

  • A history buff’s dream, learn about the dark past of Britain, and other global civilizations, including Greece and China with a visit to both attractions.

  • Enjoy priority entry at the British Museum, allowing more time to see ancient artifacts, and explore the Tower of London at your own pace.

  • Learn about the White Tower, the castle keep, through informational displays, and the Rosetta Stone, through your multilingual audio guide.

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  • Witness the grandeur of the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London and the Parthenon Sculptures at the British Museum first-hand with this combo ticket.

  • A history buff’s dream, learn about the dark past of Britain, and other global civilizations, including Greece and China with a visit to both attractions.

  • Enjoy priority entry at the British Museum, allowing more time to see ancient artifacts, and explore the Tower of London at your own pace.

  • Learn about the White Tower, the castle keep, through informational displays, and the Rosetta Stone, through your multilingual audio guide.

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£43.03

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Visitors exploring exhibits on a guided tour at the British Museum, London.
Tour guide with group at British Museum, London, viewing historical artifacts.
British Museum exterior with neoclassical columns in London, England.
Mummy of Katebet displayed in the British Museum, London, showcasing ancient Egyptian artifacts.
Inside view of the British Museum
Rosetta stone inside British Museum
A female tourist exploring inside the British Museum
Visitors exploring exhibits in the British Museum during a small-group guided tour in London.
Elgin Marbles displayed in the British Museum, London, highlighting Greek heritage.
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  • Explore 6000 years of history at the British Museum and learn about the art and culture of the world, from Europe to Asia.

  • Marvel at the glass roof at the Great Court, a work of art in itself, and see the famous Rosetta Stone used to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics.

  • See the Mummy of Katebet, the double-headed Aztec serpent, among the eight million artifacts present there.

  • Glace at the controversial Parthenon Sculptures, taken from the Acropolis in Athens, and discover Assyrian galleries among others during your tour.

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  • Explore 6000 years of history at the British Museum and learn about the art and culture of the world, from Europe to Asia.

  • Marvel at the glass roof at the Great Court, a work of art in itself, and see the famous Rosetta Stone used to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphics.

  • See the Mummy of Katebet, the double-headed Aztec serpent, among the eight million artifacts present there.

  • Glace at the controversial Parthenon Sculptures, taken from the Acropolis in Athens, and discover Assyrian galleries among others during your tour.

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£55.34
British Museum and National Gallery private tour in London.
Visitors examining ancient artifacts at The British Museum on a private tour in London.
Elgin Marbles displayed in the British Museum, London, highlighting Greek heritage.
Rosetta Stone exhibit at The British Museum, London.
Visitors exploring art exhibits at London's National Gallery during a private tour.
Visitors exploring exhibits at The British Museum during a private tour in London.
British Museum and National Gallery private tour guide explaining art to visitors in London.
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4 hr
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  • Uncover London's treasures on this private British Museum and National Gallery tour, delve into history and art with an expert English-speaking guide.

  • Enjoy reserved entries, skipping the long queues—benefit from the guidance of your personal expert, navigating the vast collections with ease and depth.

  • At the British Museum, explore an amazing array of artefacts that span human history, featuring the Rosetta Stone and the Moai from Easter Island.

  • Explore the National Gallery's artistic marvels from Da Vinci to Van Gogh and decode hidden meanings in world-famous paintings.

  • Did you know? The British Museum is older than the United States of America. It was established in 1753, 23 years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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  • Uncover London's treasures on this private British Museum and National Gallery tour, delve into history and art with an expert English-speaking guide.

  • Enjoy reserved entries, skipping the long queues—benefit from the guidance of your personal expert, navigating the vast collections with ease and depth.

  • At the British Museum, explore an amazing array of artefacts that span human history, featuring the Rosetta Stone and the Moai from Easter Island.

  • Explore the National Gallery's artistic marvels from Da Vinci to Van Gogh and decode hidden meanings in world-famous paintings.

  • Did you know? The British Museum is older than the United States of America. It was established in 1753, 23 years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

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Erica Saylor
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Erica

5/5
United States
We had to squeeze the British Museum into the final day in London. Having a reservation to avoid the long lines on Easter weekend allowed us to have 3 full hours touring the wonders housed in this magnificent place.
Tamir Nahas

Tamir

5/5
The British Museum is one of the best museums in the world and the beauty of the place is very much visible in the art and architecture.
Michael Schlueter

Michael

5/5
I am an art student, so for me, the British Museum is a treasure land. It has art work from world renowned artists and the exhibitions are marvellous.
Paola Castillo Robledo
CA

Paola

5/5
Canada
Great staff and even greater food! The attention to detail and that you always feel welcome and taken care of it was the best experience I've had in years.
karin Daugaard Bucholtz
DK

Karin

4/5
Denmark
Nice sandwiches, scones and mini cakes. Much as expected. Only one cup of tea/coffee included. It was very warm in the restaurant and we ended up getting additional 1xcoffee, 1xtea and 2xspakling water for a total of £20-something. The best of it all was us skipping the hour long museum entry- que, as the afternoon tea vouchers gave access to a fast track Line. I didnt know tjat - maybe i didnot read the fine print. But that was Great! Maybe on a rainy day the venue is better.
Khine Win Tun
TH

Khine

5/5
Thailand
Had an Awesome experience at the British Museum. Headout ticketing was one of the straight forward and efficient services I have ever experienced. Thank you.
Mónica Monteiro
PT

Mónica

4/5
Portugal
The experience on the London Eye was great. The British Museum was confusing to access and visit. It was too crowded and it wasn't possible to get away from the tour
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