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Treasures of the British Museum: A Guided Journey Through Time

  • 3 hours
  • Skip The Line Tours
  • London
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Experience hosted by Withlocals

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Discover the world’s most iconic artifacts on a 2.5-hour guided tour of the British Museum, led by a passionate local expert. From Egyptian mummies to Mesopotamian kings and Ancient Greek masterpieces, explore the highlights and hidden gems that shaped human history. With rich storytelling and personal insights, you’ll experience the museum like never before.

Destination
London, England
Category
Skip The Line Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English
Included
  • Private guide
  • All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral

5 reasons to book this tour

  • Hear unique stories & insights about the attraction
  • See the British Museum from a different perspective
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Discover the ins & outs of the attraction
  • Forget about big tourist groups & audio guides!

What you can expect

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If visiting the British Museum in London is on your travel bucket list, this guided tour will make it not just a reality, but a truly enriching and memorable experience. Designed to help you explore the museum’s most iconic treasures in depth, this tour is your chance to connect with the world’s history in one unforgettable visit. So, are you ready to step into the stories of some of the greatest civilizations ever known?

Follow your local host’s lead and embark on a journey filled with fascinating details, legendary artifacts, and cultural insights. From awe-inspiring highlights like Ancient Egypt’s Mummies & Monuments and Mesopotamian palace reliefs to the timeless elegance of Ancient Greek sculpture and philosophy, you’ll experience the museum from a fresh and personal perspective. No need to navigate massive crowds or rely on audio guides—your host will bring each piece to life with expert knowledge, storytelling, and a personal touch. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, you’ll leave having discovered something new and unforgettable.

The local hosts are natural storytellers, with backgrounds in art, archaeology, and history. They’re excited to share their passion and tailor the experience to your interests—so if you’d like to dive deeper into a certain gallery or adjust the route, just ask. After all, it’s your journey through time!

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at In front of Starbucks Coffee, across the street from the Museum - London to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. Inside the British Museum

    Once you are inside, follow your local host’s insights as you check out the must-sees like Ancient Egypt: Mummies & Monuments and Ancient Mesopotamia: The Birth of Civilization, as well as the hidden gems that not many know about. Be part of an enriching tour that will satisfy your curiosity and answer all of your questions!

  4. Keep Exploring

    After the time with your host is over, you can either stay inside the attraction and keep exploring by yourself or say goodbye outside the attraction where your host will point out other spots to explore in London

  5. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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