London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $13 / person
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 258 reviews
- Languages
- DE, KO, CMN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Vox City International Ltd
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide at the fountain in Russell Square, WC1B 5EH. Your guide will be wearing a ‘VoxCity’ uniform. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring your own headphones. To pin point exact location please use - what3words: cheese.blunt.tapes
Description
Start by meeting your guide in Russell Square. From there, you'll enter the British Museum and discover the most famous exhibits, including the Rosetta Stone and the Easter Island statue. Uncover the Elgin Marbles that once decorated an ancient Greek temple, the Parthenon. Hear stories from your guide about the Brazilian Crystal Skull and the Enlightenment Room. Afterwards, continue exploring the world-class exhibits at your own pace with an audio guide app. See artworks from Rembrandt, Holbein and Leonardo da Vinci. And don’t forget to visit the ancient Egyptian rooms, where you’ll step into the world of the pharaohs…
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $13
- Child (ages 5–12)
- $6
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 110 of the next 180 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Russell Square
Meet your guide at the fountain in Russell Square, WC1B 5EH. Your guide will be wearing a ‘VoxCity’ uniform. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in with your guide.
The British Museum
Explore the world-class exhibits with a guided tour (1-hour) and priority entry. Uncover the most famous artifacts at your own pace with an audio guide app.
What's included
Included
Headsets (for the guided tour)
Express guided tour in English (1 hour)
Multilingual audio commentary in English, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Korean and Spanish
Donation to British Museum
Audio guide app
Priority entry to the British Museum
Not included
Mobile device
Cloakroom fees
Access to the Bayeux tapestry
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
258 reviews
How it compares in London
- Starting price $13 is 81% below the typical $67 for tours of similar length in London
Excurgo comparison of 4,773 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The British Museum is free for all to enter. Your package includes a guided tour, priority entry, an audio guide app and a donation to the British Museum
- You must meet your guide to receive priority entry into the museum
- Headsets are provided for the guided tour, but please bring your own headphones to enjoy the audio guide in your own time
- Items that are not permitted include: large bags heavier than 8kg, wheeled cases, folding bicycles and more. Visit the British Museum website for a full list of prohibited items
- Pushchairs are permitted on-site. Fold-up prams and buggies can be left free of charge in the cloakroom
- Cloakroom fees include: coats £2, bags up to 4kg £2.50, bags 4-8kg £5, umbrellas £1
- Meet your guide at the fountain in Russell Square, WC1B 5EH. Your guide will be wearing a ‘VoxCity’ uniform. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring your own headphones. To pin point exact location please use - what3words: cheese.blunt.tapes
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 London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry take?
London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry cost?
Prices start at $13 per person for this London experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1:00 PM.
How much does London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry cost for children?
Children aged 5–12 pay from $6, adults from $13. Infants go free.
Does London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry sell out?
It can: 110 of the next 180 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry 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 at the fountain in Russell Square, WC1B 5EH. Your guide will be wearing a ‘VoxCity’ uniform. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring your own headphones. To pin point exact location please use - what3words: cheese.blunt.tapes. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is London: British Museum Guided Tour and Priority Entry offered in?
The experience is available in DE, KO, CMN, EN, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 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.
Reviews(258)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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