Private British Museum Tour with Expert Historian Guide
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the rich tapestry of human history at the British Museum on a personalized private tour with an expert historian. Over 2.5 hours, delve into iconic artifacts like the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies, while gaining exclusive insights into their significance. This intimate experience allows for tailored discussions and a chance to focus on your specific interests, maximizing your time in this remarkable museum. Walk through history without feeling rushed, as your guide ensures you cover the highlights and lesser-known treasures at your own pace. - Private 2.5-hour tour tailored to your interests - Explore iconic exhibits like Ancient Egypt and the Rosetta Stone - Small group size for a personalized experience - Meet your guide at the museum for a seamless entry and exploration
Inclusions
What's included
- Sutton Hoo ship burial
- Aztec and Mayan collection
- Parthenon Marbles
- The Rosetta Stone
- Ancient Rome collection
- Assyrian collection
- Privately guided experience
- Roman Britain collection
- Ancient Egypt & mummies
- Easter Island head
- Enlightenment Gallery
- Ancient Greece collection
- Portland vase
What's not
- For departures between 10 September 2026 and 11 July 2027 the Bayeux Tapestry will not be included
Itinerary
With your very own expert historian on your Private British Museum Tour, you will experience the museum in an intimate up close, and fascinating way, like no one else.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Before security, at the main gate the entrance of the British Museum. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- LivTours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that due to the size of the museum, it may not be possible to cover every room. Your tour guide will tailor the tour to include key highlights and your personal preferences.
- Bags exceeding 40x40x50 and weighing 8 kilo’s or more are prohibited from entering
- The museum does not offer cloakroom services
- Please Note: For departures between 10 September 2026 and 11 July 2027 the Bayeux Tapestry will not be included. Your tour includes a general entry ticket to the British Museum, allowing you to explore its world-famous permanent exhibitions.
How it compares in London
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 4793 experiences we list in London.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 1097 of 4793.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About London
London mixes royal ceremony, world-class museums and riverside landmarks with distinct neighbourhoods, markets and parks to explore on foot.
The Thames threads the city together. On its banks stand the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, the Tower of London with the Crown Jewels, Tower Bridge and the long South Bank walk past the London Eye, Shakespeare's Globe and Tate Modern. St Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey anchor the older skyline, while glass towers crowd the financial district.
Top-ranked sights in London: St. Paul's Cathedral, Stonehenge, Tower of London.
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