British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $120 / person
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1,162 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Babylon Tours London
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide outside the gates of the museum by the red telephone booth situated to the left of the main gates of the museum on the sidewalk of Great Russell Street across from Starbucks.
Description
On this 2.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour visit one of the world’s largest collections of artifacts at the British Museum. Your engaging tour guide will take you through a curated selection of cultural and artistic works, sharing the history that will help you understand and appreciate a small portion of the 8 million items at the British Museum.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, and 5:00 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 26
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $120
- Youth (ages 10–17)
- $23
- Child (ages 0–9)
- $11
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $654.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 24.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The British Museum
Trade in paintings for mummies and historical artifacts on a tour of the British Museum. The enormous collection spans 6000 years of human history, featuring items from all over the world like Samurai armor and rare Assyrian lion hunt reliefs. Your guide will take a serious but enjoyable approach towards the museum’s galleries, discussing primitive tribes and fallen empires through a carefully chosen selection of items. You’ll learn about the Mummy of Katebet, the Lewis Chessmen, and the Rosetta Stone – the actual rock, not the language learning program. Walk away with an understanding of what we humans have achieved during our short history and hopefully you’ll be proud to call yourself a part of this incredible species.
What's included
Included
Semi-Private Museum Tour
Duration 2.5 Hours
Professional Tour Guide
Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum
Not included
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Temporary exhibitions NOT included
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1,162 reviews
How it compares in London
- Rated higher than 74% of 1,348 reviewed tours in London
- Starting price $120 is 76% above the typical $68 for tours of similar length in London
- Price over the last 22 days: $103–$120
Excurgo comparison of 4,779 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Notes: British Museum and other attractions or museums in London may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max take?
British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max cost?
Prices start at $120 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $654. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, and 5:00 PM.
How much does British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max cost for children?
Children aged 0–9 pay from $11, adults from $120.
Can I cancel British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide outside the gates of the museum by the red telephone booth situated to the left of the main gates of the museum on the sidewalk of Great Russell Street across from Starbucks. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1,162 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Babylon Tours London.
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