--- title: London: British Museum Guided Tour & Priority Entry lang: en type: tour city: London country: United Kingdom price: 27 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.5 reviews: 70 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en, it, fr] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 16 of 16 (British Museum Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/london/tours/london-british-museum-guided-tour-priority-entry/ --- # London: British Museum Guided Tour & Priority Entry **Guidekin's take:** The Rosetta Stone, Benin Bronzes and Tree of Life sculpture feature in a guided selection of British Museum exhibits. A live guide is included; transport and refreshments are excluded. 4.5 from 70 reviews at €27 per person for 2h. ## Overview This guide offers a curated selection of the British Museum's most significant exhibits, ensuring a rich and efficient visit. In the Explore the Hans Sloane Collection, the Rosetta Stone, and the King George III Library, providing insights into the foundations of modern science, history, and culture. Marvel at the Africa Section's and the moai statue, the intricate Benin Bronzes, and the inspiring Tree of Life sculpture showcasing the artistry and resilience of African civilizations. Witness the real Rosetta Stone in the Egypt Section, explore the Portals of Life, and see Assyrian Monuments. Discover ancient Egypt's secrets through its mummies and artefacts, offering a glimpse into their beliefs and daily life. Admire the Parthenon Sculptures, Greek marble sculptures from the Parthenon, highlighting ancient Greece's artistic achievements. See Greek cultural influence through artefacts in the Greeks in Italy and Cyprus section. ## Before you book - Meeting point: You will meet your guide after the… - Starts 10:30, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €24: ages 1 to 17 ## Key facts - Price: from €27 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.5/5 from 70 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 89% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: My Tour London ## What's included - Live Tour Guide ## Not included - Coffee and/or Tea - Air-conditioned vehicle - Brunch ## Itinerary 1. **The British Museum** (2h; admission included) - Enlightenment Room: Hans Sloane Collection: Diverse artefacts and natural specimens amassed by Sir Hans Sloane. Rosetta Stone: The key artefact for deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs. King George III Library: A vast collection reflecting Enlightenment intellectual pursuits.... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point You will meet your guide after the security check at the British Museum near the stairs on the left-hand side. We will contact you via WhatsApp or the Viator messaging app and provide you with the Tour Guide details and a photo of the location. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJB9OTMDIbdkgRp0JWbQGZsS8 ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other British Museum Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #16 of 16** | €27 | 2h | 4.5 (70) | shared | | [British Museum & National Gallery of London Semi-Private 8ppl Max](/uk/london/tours/british-museum-national-gallery-of-london-semi-private-8ppl-max/?format=md) | €215 | 5h 30m | 5.0 (201) | shared | | [British Museum London Guided Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max](/uk/london/tours/british-museum-london-guided-tour-semi-private-8ppl-max/?format=md) | €105 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (1151) | shared | | [Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum](/uk/london/tours/explore-biblical-artifacts-at-the-british-museum/?format=md) | €66 | 3h | 5.0 (143) | shared | Ranked #16 of 16 in British Museum Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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