British Museum 
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The British Museum is, undoubtedly, one of the best museums in the world and a definite highlight of any trip to London. Having started out as the bequest of Hans Sloane, it showcases today one of the widest collections of world cultural history. It is a vast repository of the world's cultural evolution, with entire sections devoted to Egyptian, Greek, Mexican, Asian and Middle Eastern artifacts. The highlights of the collection include the Rosetta Stone which was key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics, the first known image of Christ, Lindow Man whose well-preserved 2000-year-old body was found in a bog, Elgin Marbles and the Reading Room where Lenin, among others, studied and wrote plans for his Revolution that would affect the whole world. Spend an astounding afternoon wandering the eternal corridors to discover some of mankind’s greatest cultural achievements and explore the great relics of the Greek and Egyptian empires.
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About British Museum
Great Russell St, WC1B 3DG
Nearest Transit: Holborn (Lines: Central, Piccadilly)
+44 20 7323 80
British Museum and Nearby Attractions on Map
Nearby Attractions km / mile
Big Ben(2 km)
The 13-ton 4-faced iconic bell, named after Benjamin Hall who was commissioner of works when the tower was completed in 1858, has gilded periphals surrounding the dials which are 7 metre in diameter.
Buckingham Palace(2.3 km)
The Buckingham Palace is the official London residence and workplace of the Queen of the United Kingdom.
Trafalgar Square(1.2 km)
Trafalgar Square is the main, central square and the site of London's New Year celebrations.
British Library(1.1 km)
The official book depository of the United Kingdom, the British Library holds a copy of every book ever printed here, and a wide variety of periodicals.
Westminster Abbey(2.2 km)
Westminster Abbey is the traditional coronation, wedding and burial church of Royalty, with a thousand year old history dating back to 10th century Benedictine monks.
London Eye(1.7 km)
The London Eye is relatively new to the neighbourhood, but has become an integral part of the London skyline and is a major tourist attraction on the Thames banks.
OXO Tower(1.7 km)
The OXO Tower is frequented by people visiting the restaurant, brasserie and bar on the top floor, which offer a great view over the Thames.
National Theatre(1.6 km)
The Royal National Theatre has three large auditoriums - the Olivier, the Lyttelton and the Cottesloe.
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British Museum Highlights Tour in London including the Rosetta StoneBritish Museum Highlights Tour in London including the Rosetta Stone
(76 reviews) 2 hours
$30
See human history and culture brought to life on a 2.5-hour tour of the British Museu...
See human history and culture brought to life on a 2.5-hour tour of the Bri...
See human history and culture brought to life on a 2.5-hour tour of the British Museu...
See human history and culture brought to life on a 2.5-hour tour of the Bri...
Viator Exclusive: Small-Group London Sightseeing Tour Including Guided British Museum Visi...Viator Exclusive: Small-Group London Sightseeing Tour Including Guided...
(48 reviews) 9 hours 30 minutes
$66
Get the most out of London on this full-day tour, which hits the best of the English ...
Get the most out of London on this full-day tour, which hits the best of th...
Get the most out of London on this full-day tour, which hits the best of the English ...
Get the most out of London on this full-day tour, which hits the best of th...
London: Highlights of the British Museum Guided TourLondon: Highlights of the British Museum Guided Tour
(27 reviews) 2 hour
$30
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See the highlights of the British Museum on a 2-hour guided tour, and discover relics from...
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See the highlights of the British Museum on a 2-hour guided tour, and discover r...
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See the highlights of the British Museum on a 2-hour guided tour, and discover relics from...
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See the highlights of the British Museum on a 2-hour guided tour, and discover r...
Private Tour: London Walking Tour of the British MuseumPrivate Tour: London Walking Tour of the British Museum
(14 reviews) 3 hours
$97
Discover London's wealth of history and culture in style on a private walking tour of...
Discover London's wealth of history and culture in style on a private walki...
Discover London's wealth of history and culture in style on a private walking tour of...
Discover London's wealth of history and culture in style on a private walki...
The British Museum Tour: The Ideas That Made Our WorldThe British Museum Tour: The Ideas That Made Our World
(13 reviews) 2.5 hour
$26
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Explore the British Museum with a guide and experience one of the greatest stories of all ...
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Explore the British Museum with a guide and experience one of the greatest stori...
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Explore the British Museum with a guide and experience one of the greatest stories of all ...
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Explore the British Museum with a guide and experience one of the greatest stori...
British Museum Tour: The Making of CivilizationsBritish Museum Tour: The Making of Civilizations
(13 reviews) 2.5 hour
$26
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Learn the stories behind the rise and fall of human civilizations around the world on a gu...
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Learn the stories behind the rise and fall of human civilizations around the wor...
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Learn the stories behind the rise and fall of human civilizations around the world on a gu...
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Learn the stories behind the rise and fall of human civilizations around the wor...
Private Guided Tour of the British Museum in LondonPrivate Guided Tour of the British Museum in London
(5 reviews) 2 hours 30 minutes
$131
On this 2.5 hour private tour, visit one of the world’s largest collections of arti...
On this 2.5 hour private tour, visit one of the world’s largest collectio...
On this 2.5 hour private tour, visit one of the world’s largest collections of arti...
On this 2.5 hour private tour, visit one of the world’s largest collectio...
The British Museum Tour - The Ideas That Made Our WorldThe British Museum Tour - The Ideas That Made Our World
(4 reviews) 2 hours 30 minutes
$26
Join this 2.5-hour tour where your guide will use the British Museum to help tell the sto...
Join this 2.5-hour tour where your guide will use the British Museum to help te...
Join this 2.5-hour tour where your guide will use the British Museum to help tell the sto...
Join this 2.5-hour tour where your guide will use the British Museum to help te...
London: British Museum Guided TourLondon: British Museum Guided Tour
(2 reviews) 90 minute
$49
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See art and antiquities from around the world at the UK’s largest museum. Take a 1.5-hou...
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See art and antiquities from around the world at the UK’s largest museum. Take...
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See art and antiquities from around the world at the UK’s largest museum. Take a 1.5-hou...
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See art and antiquities from around the world at the UK’s largest museum. Take...
London: British Museum and Camden Town Half-Day TourLondon: British Museum and Camden Town Half-Day Tour
(1 reviews) 3 hour
$204
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Learn the stories behind some of the most famous exhibits at the British Museum in London ...
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Learn the stories behind some of the most famous exhibits at the British Museum ...
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Learn the stories behind some of the most famous exhibits at the British Museum in London ...
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Learn the stories behind some of the most famous exhibits at the British Museum ...
Tour in Italian: British Museum e Camden TownTour in Italian: British Museum e Camden Town
(1 reviews) 4 hour
$26
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Visit the British Museum with an Italian-speaking guide and see some of the world’s grea...
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Visit the British Museum with an Italian-speaking guide and see some of the worl...
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Visit the British Museum with an Italian-speaking guide and see some of the world’s grea...
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Visit the British Museum with an Italian-speaking guide and see some of the worl...
London: British Museum Walking TourLondon: British Museum Walking Tour
(1 reviews) 2.5 hour
$135
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Take a look deep into the history and foundation of the British Museum as reflected from i...
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Take a look deep into the history and foundation of the British Museum as reflec...
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Take a look deep into the history and foundation of the British Museum as reflected from i...
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Take a look deep into the history and foundation of the British Museum as reflec...
National Gallery and The British Museum Guided TourNational Gallery and The British Museum Guided Tour
5 hour
$175
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Spend your time wisely by discovering two of London’s most important – and popular –...
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Spend your time wisely by discovering two of London’s most important – and p...
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Spend your time wisely by discovering two of London’s most important – and popular –...
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Spend your time wisely by discovering two of London’s most important – and p...
British Museum & London Historical Guided Walking TourBritish Museum & London Historical Guided Walking Tour
5 hour
$175
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This tour combines the vast collection of the British Museum with the urban landscape and ...
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This tour combines the vast collection of the British Museum with the urban land...
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This tour combines the vast collection of the British Museum with the urban landscape and ...
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This tour combines the vast collection of the British Museum with the urban land...
Small Group Tour: London Historical Walking Tour Including the British MuseumSmall Group Tour: London Historical Walking Tour Including the British...
5 hours
$177
Your 5-hour walking tour is a history lover’s delight as you explore central London...
Your 5-hour walking tour is a history lover’s delight as you explore cent...
Your 5-hour walking tour is a history lover’s delight as you explore central London...
Your 5-hour walking tour is a history lover’s delight as you explore cent...
Small-Group Tour: The National Gallery and British Museum in LondonSmall-Group Tour: The National Gallery and British Museum in London
5 hours
$177
Maximize your stay with a visit to London’s two most prominent museums, the Nationa...
Maximize your stay with a visit to London’s two most prominent museums, t...
Maximize your stay with a visit to London’s two most prominent museums, the Nationa...
Maximize your stay with a visit to London’s two most prominent museums, t...
Private Tour: London's National Gallery and The Britsh Museum Guided TourPrivate Tour: London's National Gallery and The Britsh Museum Guided T...
5 hours
$211
...his private 5-hour National Gallery and British Museum guided tour. Follow a private gu...
...his private 5-hour National Gallery and British Museum guided tour. Follow a ...
...his private 5-hour National Gallery and British Museum guided tour. Follow a private gu...
...his private 5-hour National Gallery and British Museum guided tour. Follow a ...
Private Tour: London Historical Walking Tour Including The British MuseumPrivate Tour: London Historical Walking Tour Including The British Mus...
5 hours
$211
This 5 hour private tour is a history lover’s delight as we explore central London ...
This 5 hour private tour is a history lover’s delight as we explore centr...
This 5 hour private tour is a history lover’s delight as we explore central London ...
This 5 hour private tour is a history lover’s delight as we explore centr...
London: British Museum Walking SeminarLondon: British Museum Walking Seminar
2.5 hour
$504
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Enjoy a private visit to the British Museum with a historian, who will guide you through t...
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Enjoy a private visit to the British Museum with a historian, who will guide you...
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Enjoy a private visit to the British Museum with a historian, who will guide you through t...
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Enjoy a private visit to the British Museum with a historian, who will guide you...
Small-Group Tour: The British Museum in LondonSmall-Group Tour: The British Museum in London
2 hours 30 minutes
$101
On this 2.5 hour small group tour, limited to 8 guests, visit one of the world’s la...
On this 2.5 hour small group tour, limited to 8 guests, visit one of the wo...
On this 2.5 hour small group tour, limited to 8 guests, visit one of the world’s la...
On this 2.5 hour small group tour, limited to 8 guests, visit one of the wo...
The British Museum in London Guided TourThe British Museum in London Guided Tour
2.5 hour
$100
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Take a break from art museums and explore the mummies and historical artifacts on a guided...
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Take a break from art museums and explore the mummies and historical artifacts o...
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Take a break from art museums and explore the mummies and historical artifacts on a guided...
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Take a break from art museums and explore the mummies and historical artifacts o...