Museums

British Museum Entry Tickets

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.

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10:00am - 05:00pm

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Audio guide

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4.0/5

(621)

Juozas

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The experience covers everything, I realy like how easy entrance and all the conveniences like restrooms, coats drop off and cafes inside. The map is well atructured, but be coutios to not miss some rooms due to various stairs going up and down. The exhibition themselves are stunning, for history lovers it's an absolute overstimulation. There many are interesting rooms for those with more leasure approach too. Overall many beautiful pieces, and good audioguide to cover them.

Albert

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

It was quite an eye opener to be able to see so much of the world's best in such as short time. I saw people of different ages, school children groups and heard so many other languages spoken. There is no doubt that I shall return with my family in the future. Canada is only 8 hours away and i stayed at a hotel which is under 10 mins of walking distance away.

Delval

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

The museum is exceptional, even if some of the rooms are more akin to a 19th-century cabinet of curiosities. On the other hand, the application sold by headout was of little use to us: it would need to indicate where each choice is MUCH MORE PRECISELY: specifying the floor isn't much use when there are over 60 rooms !!!!

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 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.

Pick from entry-only, entry ticket with audio guide or Headout's interactive audio guide app, small-group tour, or priority access with the British Museum audio tour.

Free entry tickets to the museum

Priority entrance (as per option selected)

Audio guide in English, Italian, French, German, and Spanish (as per option selected)

Small group guided tour (as per option selected)

Professional English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Access to Headout's interactive audio guide app in English (iPhone required, carry your own headphones) (as per option selected)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Delval
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The museum is exceptional, even if some of the rooms are more akin to a 19th-century cabinet of curiosities. On the other hand, the application sold by headout was of little use to us: it would need to indicate where each choice is MUCH MORE PRECISELY: specifying the floor isn't much use when there are over 60 rooms !!!!
Shreya
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Collection and library, I really liked. The grandeurs and story written how those are refurbished by British Museum is really good to know.
Anna
Dec 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Extremely easy to make reservations and immediate entry
Albert
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It was quite an eye opener to be able to see so much of the world's best in such as short time. I saw people of different ages, school children groups and heard so many other languages spoken. There is no doubt that I shall return with my family in the future. Canada is only 8 hours away and i stayed at a hotel which is under 10 mins of walking distance away.
Gregory
Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Our tour guide, Denise Loo, made this trip memorable for us. She brought ancient history to light and added relevant historical stories to whatever we were looking at. The museum itself was well organized, had good food/drink options and clean toilet facilities. We enjoyed our first day so well that we came back for a second day!

Fancy hanging out with mummies, ancient marbles, and a Rosetta Stone? The British Museum’s got 8 million stories waiting, and you don’t even need to pay a dime.

Go on an epic time-traveling adventure

The British Museum’s 60+ galleries are a feast of world history, each one sharing its own unique story. Start in Ancient Egypt, where the mummies and the Rosetta Stone will transport you back in time. Then, head to Assyria, where you can explore royal lion hunts carved into stone. Greece and Rome are all about classical beauty, with treasures like the Parthenon Sculptures and stunning vases. Africa’s galleries are full of bold and beautiful artifacts, while Asia takes you on a journey through China, India, and Japan with incredible sculptures and textiles. The Americas are packed with fascinating pieces, like the Lewis Chessmen and Aztec treasures. It’s the ultimate history tour!

Enjoy ever-changing exhibitions

The British Museum always has something cool going on with its rotating exhibitions. Ancient India: Living Traditions (May 22, 2025–October 19, 2025) showcases 180 objects, including sculptures, paintings, and manuscripts that look at early devotional art in India and its origins. Then there’s Mumbai + London: New Perspectives on the Ancient World (April 24, 2025–January 11, 2026), which examines three rarely-seen-together sculptures from Egypt, India, and Rome. These exhibitions give you a glimpse into the world’s rich stories, all in one place.

British Museum

Monday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:45pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:45pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:45pm
Thursday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:45pm
Friday	10:00am - 08:30pm	last entry 08:15pm
Saturday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:45pm
Sunday	10:00am - 05:00pm	last entry 04:45pm

What to bring

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What’s not allowed

Keep in mind sharp metallic tools or objects, alcohol, drones, bags larger than 40x40x50 cm, fireworks, flammable liquids, laser points, large umbrellas, and art supplies are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography is a no-go inside the venue.

Photography is not allowed in certain areas, such as the Islamic Gallery.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Braille and audio signage are conveniently available for this experience.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Kids under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Facilities: restroom, cloakroom, and free Wi-Fi.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption point

Redeem your ticket at The British Museum.

Address: Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom.

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