British Museum Entry Tickets
Overview
Highlights
- 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—all 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.
- Choose from entry-only, entry ticket with audio guide, small-group tour, or priority access with the British Museum audio tour.
Inclusions
- 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)
Cancellation Policy
Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.
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Your Experience
Your experience
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 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. Silk Roads (September 26, 2024–February 23, 2025) takes you on a journey through ancient trade routes connecting East and West. Then there’s Hew Locke: What Have We Here? (October 17, 2024–February 9, 2025), where the artist mixes historical artifacts with fresh works to explore British imperial power. Picasso Printmaker (November 7, 2024–March 30, 2025) is all about Picasso’s bold experiments in printmaking. Plus, don’t miss War Rugs and Gifts of Love and Friendship—both free to attend! These exhibitions give you a glimpse into the world’s rich stories, all in one place.
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