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Great experience
Great experience, connceted so many dots from the Bible. Impressed by David's kownledge of the artifacts and the Bible.
Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3–4 hours
- Price from
- $75 / person
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 143 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- London Bible Tours
- Meeting point
- Meet *outside* the entrance to Reading Room, left sideReading Room is inside of Great Court. Look for "Foster and Partners" on the wall.Please do not meet inside the Reading Room.
Description
Is the Bible not as clear as you would like it to be? In this semi-private guided tour, you'll go through the British Museum, connecting numerous ancient artifacts to verses, helping you to discover the common thread that weaves the books and people together. Verses are no longer just words on a page when you see an ancient artifact bring the passage to life. By placing each event on a timeline, you'll understand how they relate to one another. You'll remember the artifacts and verses in two ways: 1. Read the Bible for yourself: Instead of hearing the guide's interpretation, you'll read the verses in your own translation in front of the artifact. You'll remember the artifact and the verse better. 2. Socratic questioning: Instead of listening to a guide's one-way talk, you'll be asked gentle questions that prompt you to the answer. Self-discovery is the best way to learn, and by saying the answer in front of the artifact, you'll remember the artifact and the answer better.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $75
- Youth (ages 13–17)
- $13
- Child (ages 8–12)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $83.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 9 of the next 22 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The British Museum
We start with the Assyrian, Egyptian and Greek galleries on the ground floor. We'll see 40-ton Assyrian lamassu beasts, statues of famous pharaohs and the Parthenon temple sculptures of Athens. After a break, we go upstairs to see the Roman galleries. Optional galleries include Persia and Babylon as time allows and your preference dictates. We'll look at Roman emperors and objects that relate directly to Jesus and Paul. Some of the Biblical people we'll discuss: Egypt: Joseph, Moses Assyria: Jonah, Ahab, Hezekiah; Rome: Jesus; Paul Greek: Paul
What's included
Included
Optional portable folding stools
Google Doc of study notes including a comprehensive list of Bible verses related to the artifacts
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
143 reviews
How it compares in London
- Rated higher than 81% of 1,341 reviewed tours in London
- Starting price $75 is 12% above the typical $67 for tours of similar length in London
Excurgo comparison of 4,767 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Install Viator, Tripadvisor apps to receive and view several important messages
- Bible app that browses for verses in airplane mode (YouVersion is a good app)
- After booking, check for important messages in your app and email inbox.
- Not recommended for jet-lagged travelers who have just arrived after a long haul flight
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 Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum take?
Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum cost?
Prices start at $75 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 $83. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 1:00 PM.
How much does Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum cost for children?
Children aged 8–12 pay nothing, adults from $75.
Does Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum sell out?
It can: 9 of the next 22 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum 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 *outside* the entrance to Reading Room, left side. Reading Room is inside of Great Court. Look for "Foster and Partners" on the wall. Please do not meet inside the Reading Room. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum 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 10 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(143)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
Excellent tour
Excellent tour. David was very knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommend.
A
Loved it
Absolutely loved this tour. David was an amazing and knowledgeable guide. Would highly recommend.
T
Brought the Bible to life
David did a great job. We enjoyed his continual pointing to the actual verses in the Bible that mention the archeology right in front of us. It brought the Bible to living color.
J
Brilliant interesting Bible tour of the British Museum
Knowledgeable witty and completely fascinating/ it was a three hour tour but was so interesting it felt like 30 minutes- I could have listened to David all day! Thank you!
U
An exciting tour of thousands of years of bible history and archaeology
Everyone with an interest in biblical history or archaeology should take this tour. David is simply outstanding. He has an encyclopaedic knowledge of his subject, a really engaging style and a quirky sense of humour. He immediately puts you at ease and is sensitive to the pace at which you want to take the tour and your need for breaks if necessary. He has an interactive style, so you get totally immersed in the subject. You come away from the tour with a much deeper understanding of the historical context of the bible. Take the tour!
5
Experience the biblical treasures of the British Museum with a passionate guide and a man after God’s own heart.
A guided tour filled with fascinating insights and unforgettable experiences. The British Museum holds an incredible collection of historical artifacts, and David has a unique ability to connect these discoveries to the Bible and its historical context in a way that truly brings Scripture to life. Many people know that the Bible contains cultural and historical details that were obvious to its original audience, but are often overlooked today. David explains these details with great depth and clarity. Because of this tour, I will read Paul’s letters from the Roman period with a completely new perspective, having gained a richer understanding of the archaeological and historical background connected to the time of Jesus and Paul. The same applies to the Assyrian period related to the prophets and the books of Kings, as well as Mesopotamia and Egypt in connection with the Pentateuch. David is truly a man after God’s own heart. Even though I booked a guided tour with him two years ago, I felt compelled to join another one—and I would gladly do it again in the future. His passion, knowledge, and ability to communicate history and biblical truth take these tours to another level and help ordinary people understand the Bible in a much deeper way. Highly recommended by a Norwegian 🇳🇴
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Archeology supports the Bible.
We have been Christians all our adult life and loved this tour. It was informative and engaging as David got us to read scriptures that matched each artefact supporting the Biblical accounts. We got a deeper understanding of characters and various nations from discovering their cultural practices and beliefs. Not only do we recommend David’s tour but we would do it again. Peta and Steve from Australia
D
Bible tour of British Museum
Amazing bible tour of the British Museum. David brings bible history to life.
K
Great tour
David did a fantastic job explaining the objects that relate directly to the Bible. He kept the tour interesting and even provided a portable folding chair to use. Highly recommended.
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