• The British Museum - The tour begins at your scheduled time. Your guide will be waiting for you at the main museum gates, next to the phone box opposite the Museum Tavern.

Once inside, you are greeted with a stunning view of the Great Court, an ideal spot for family photos. The museum’s ground floor offers numerous galleries to explore. The tour typically starts in the Egyptian gallery, where you can admire the renowned Rosetta Stone. Can you identify how the word “cat” is written in hieroglyphics?

From Egypt, it’s a short distance to Assyria, another expansive empire. Here, Kings had winged bulls guarding their cities and entertained themselves and their guests by hunting lions. Who triumphs in a battle between the Human King and the Animal King? Next, we proceed to Athenian artifacts. Are the Acropolis and the Parthenon the same? Let’s discover the answer while exploring the Duveen galleries, currently housing the magnificent Elgin Marbles.

After touring the ground floor, there’s time for a brief comfort/refreshment break before returning to Egypt. The mummies await upstairs! Here’s your opportunity to compare two different mummification styles, then try to find the mummy of an Ibis, a baboon, or a young woman.

It’s not solely about foreign cultures here, as Britain also has much to offer, such as the Sutton Hoo treasure. Staying local, we remember the significant Roman influence on these isles. What did the Romans do for us? Brilliant builders, amazing engineers, and wonderful artists, the Roman galleries demonstrate how advanced their culture was.

Not tired yet? From ancient empires and cultures, we transition to more modern times. Guess how many tablets the average person consumes during their lifetime, then see them displayed before you. The tour concludes back at the Great Court, allowing you to sit and reflect on your incredible journey through time.

• Blue Badge guide
• Guaranteed to skip the long lines

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

Embark on a 2.5-hour exploration of the iconic British Museum, home to a massive collection of over 8 million artefacts. Your immersive journey takes you from the captivating world of ancient Egypt, through the grandeur of the Greek Empire, to the looming presence of the Easter Island statue, rounding off in more contemporary periods. While the tour is tailored to highlight the most notable pieces, you are always free to pause and indulge in objects that seize your attention.

Your kids will be engrossed by an engaging quiz and intriguing tales about Greek deities, followed by a thrilling dive into the grisly process of Egyptian mummification. Accompanied by your personal Blue Badge guide brimming with enlightening facts and captivating narratives, your tour promises to be an exciting and memorable journey.

Tours set off twice each day.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.