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By My tour London

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Free cancellation available
Price is $35 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Uncover the story of human culture with a licensed guide at the British Museum
    • Discover relics from Ancient Rome, including the controversial Elgin Marbles
    • Learn about the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics at the Rosetta Stone
    • Enjoy a tailor-made tour to see the most remarkable parts of the public museum
    • Feel the rich tapestry of humanity's story on a journey through time and culture

Activity location

    • London
    • London, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 51 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3BA, UK | Meet your guide in front of the British Museum portals on the stairs near the pillars after passing the security check (NOT outside of the gates). The tickets will be provided 1h before the tour via WhatsApp. If you don't have WhatsApp, please contact us via email where we can send the entry tickets.
    • London, England, United Kingdom

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London: 2-Hour Guided Tour of the British Museum

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Starting time: 2:00PM
Price details
$35.04 x 2 Adults$70.08
Total
Price is $70.08

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    British Museum guided tour
  • Inclusions
    Entry ticket

What you can expect

  • Meet your guide and embark on an enchanting journey through the British Museum's corridors, beginning with the enigmatic allure of ancient Egypt. Explore relics of pharaohs and decipher the Rosetta Stone, a testament to Egypt's enduring legacy.

    Continue to ancient Greece, where philosophy and art flourished. Admire the iconic sculptures of the Parthenon and ponder over marble inscriptions that shaped Western thought.

    Next, traverse the corridors of ancient Rome, where emperors ruled and engineering feats astounded. Marvel at intricate mosaics and statues depicting gods and heroes. Explore the Parthenon's legacy in ancient Greece, marveling at its sculptures and pondering over philosophical inscriptions.

    Discover the mysteries of Sutton Hoo, where Anglo-Saxon treasures offer glimpses into early English life. Delve into the intricate artistry of the Hoa Hakananai'a, a Moai from Easter Island, embodying the spiritual essence of a distant civilization

    Finally, explore artifacts from around the globe, offering unique insights into the diversity of human culture.

Location

Activity location

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    • London
    • London, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 51 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3BA, UK | Meet your guide in front of the British Museum portals on the stairs near the pillars after passing the security check (NOT outside of the gates). The tickets will be provided 1h before the tour via WhatsApp. If you don't have WhatsApp, please contact us via email where we can send the entry tickets.
    • London, England, United Kingdom