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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The British Museum's neoclassical facade with columns in London, UK.

Visitors in the Great Court of the British Museum, London, under the glass roof.

Visitor examining ancient artifacts at the British Museum during a guided tour.

Ancient Greek temple facade at the British Museum with detailed sculptures and columns.

British Museum Enlightenment Room with statues and display cases.

British Museum exhibition room with ancient wall carvings displayed.

British Museum entrance with Assyrian lamassu statues, London guided tour.

Man using audio guide at British Museum entrance hall.

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British Museum Reading Room with circular bookshelves and domed ceiling in London.

Rosetta Stone inscriptions at the British Museum, London.

British Museum interior with visitors on balcony under glass roof, London.

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Tickets

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Flexible duration

Audio guide

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.

from

£4

British Museum facade and London Eye on a sunny day in London.

London Eye capsule with cityscape view from river cruise, part of Combo deal.

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Interior view of a London Eye pod with cityscape in the background.

Couple taking a selfie on the London Eye with cityscape view.

View from the London Eye overlooking the River Thames and the Houses of Parliament.

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Combos

Flexible duration

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.

from £40.68

£38.65

5% off

British Museum entrance with visitors, showcasing audio tour and priority access.

Ancient Greek relief of horsemen from the Elgin Marbles, originally from Greece.

Main entrance of the British Museum with neoclassical columns in London, UK.

Guide holding an umbrella in a leafy park near the British Museum.

Charles James Fox bronze statue in Bloomsbury Square Garden, London with historic building backdrop.

Visitors examining exhibits at The British Museum on a private tour in London.

Ancient Assyrian relief depicting winged figures and sacred tree at British Museum.

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Tickets

Free cancellation

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Flexible duration

1 more

Maximize your experience with small group 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 small group 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.

from

£9.50

British Museum facade and Tower of London with Union Jack flag.

Crown Jewels on display at the Tower of London exhibition.

Assyrian relief sculpture at the British Museum, featuring winged figures and a sacred tree.

Beefeater guiding tourists at the Tower of London.

Entrance gate and stone walls of the Tower of London, England.

Crown jewels display at Tower of London crown exhibitions.

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Combos

Free cancellation

Flexible duration

Audio guide

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.

from £45.30

£43.03

5% off

Visitors on a guided tour at the British Museum, viewing ancient sculptures.

Tour group exploring the Great Court of the British Museum, London.

British Museum exterior with visitors in front, London.

Visitor photographing an Egyptian statue at the British Museum.

British Museum gallery with ancient sculptures on display during guided tour.

Rosetta Stone with ancient inscriptions at the British Museum.

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Guided Tours

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2 hr

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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£17.29

Afternoon tea with sandwiches and pastries at the British Museum.

Couple enjoying afternoon tea with pastries at the British Museum.

Scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam at the British Museum café.

English tea sandwiches with various fillings on a glass cake stand.

Afternoon tea with prosecco, cakes, and pastries at the British Museum.

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Dining

1 hr 30 min

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.

from

£43

Visitors walking outside the British Museum in London.

National Gallery in London with classical columns and dome under a blue sky.

Interior view of the British Museum's grand hall with arched ceilings and visitors exploring.

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Walking Tours

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4 hr

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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£453

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Rosca

Romania

Jul 2025

5/5

During my visit to London, I really enjoyed the London Eye and the boat trip on the River Thames the most. These experiences were truly memorable and offered amazing views of the city.

Krishnendu

United States

Jul 2025

5/5

+2 more

The logistic simplicity. We were told to go to an easy to find location. When we went there we found a very pleasant and helpful guide waiting who gave us a list and audio guides for the more popular exhibits and then escorted us through a zero wait entry into British museums.

Elena

Italy

Jun 2025

5/5

+2 more

I bought the skip-the-line ticket and it worked perfectly! We met with a representative near the museum who let us in through a side entrance. The ticket gives you access to an app where you can find explanations of the artworks — it would be better to have earphones. Great option to avoid the long entrance queue!

Tamir

Jan 2018

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

Nov 2017

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

Canada

Dec 2024

5/5

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

Denmark

May 2024

4/5

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.