Highlights of the British Museum

See the highlights of over 80,000 objects on display

Private British Museum Tour: A Journey Through Human History

Explore one of the world’s greatest collections of art and antiquities on a private guided tour of the British Museum. With your expert guide, uncover the stories behind humanity’s most extraordinary treasures—from ancient empires to modern discoveries.

Highlights of the Collection
See iconic artifacts such as the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin Marbles, and the Egyptian mummies. Your guide will provide fascinating insights into their origins, significance, and how they shaped world history.

Tailored to Your Interests
Whether you’re fascinated by ancient Egypt, classical Greece, or global civilizations, your tour can be customized to focus on the themes or periods that most interest you. With over 8 million objects in the collection, a guide helps bring clarity and context to the museum’s vast displays.

A Deeper Understanding
Go beyond the labels with expert commentary, engaging stories, and thought-provoking questions that connect the ancient world to today.

This private British Museum tour is ideal for anyone seeking a focused, enriching experience of this world-class institution—perfect for curious minds of all ages.

Full day London tour

Churchill War Rooms

Panoramic London tour

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