Semi Private Guided tour at British Museum with Max 6 People
Overview
Join our guide on a discovery through human history and culture exploring the most important sites of this impeccable museum in approximately 2,5 hours. With a collection exceeding 8 million pieces it is easy to get caught up in the extensive selection of artifacts, which is why we limit our groups to a maximum of 6 participants per guide to guarantee an intimate experience. Home to historical objects from all around the globe our expert guide will introduce you to Britain’s best including: the famous Rosetta Stone, Parthenon Marbles, the Anglo Saxon Sutton Ho mask and plenty more!
• Make your way past over 8 million Greek, British Roman and Egyptian historic artifacts alongside our expert guide
• Let our guide introduce you to the most famous AND lesser-known oddities stored within these magnificent walls
• Explore the extensive history of this museum which - being older than the USA - has plenty of facts to be discovered
• Marvel at the Rosetta stone in a group no larger than 6!
What's Included
- The Rosetta Stone
- Assyrian collection
- Ancient Egypt & mummies
- Enlightenment Gallery
- Portland vase
- Sutton Hoo ship burial
- Medieval Europe collection
- Aztec and Mayan collection
- Parthenon Marbles
- Ancient Rome collection
- Roman Britain collection
- Easter Island head
- Ancient Greece collection
- Fully guided experience
- • Food/Beverages
- • Gratuities
- • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
Meeting Location
52 Great Russell Street
London WC1B 3BA, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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The British Museum
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- • Bags exceeding 40x40x50 and weighing 8 kilo’s or more are prohibited from entering
- • The museum does not offer cloakroom services
- • Children must be accompanied by an adult
- • This tour operates with a maximum of 6 participants per guide
- 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.
- 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.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- The Rosetta Stone.
- Assyrian collection.
- Ancient Egypt & mummies.
- Enlightenment Gallery.
- Portland vase.
- Sutton Hoo ship burial.
- Medieval Europe collection.
- Aztec and Mayan collection.
- Parthenon Marbles.
- Ancient Rome collection.
- Roman Britain collection.
- Easter Island head.
- Ancient Greece collection.
- Fully guided experience.
- • Food/Beverages.
- • Gratuities.
- • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Semi Private Guided tour at British Museum with Max 6 People is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- • Bags exceeding 40x40x50 and weighing 8 kilo’s or more are prohibited from entering
- • The museum does not offer cloakroom services
- • Children must be accompanied by an adult
- • This tour operates with a maximum of 6 participants per guide
- 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.
- 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.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Semi Private Guided tour at British Museum with Max 6 People will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- The Rosetta Stone
- Assyrian collection
- Ancient Egypt & mummies
- Enlightenment Gallery
- Portland vase
- Sutton Hoo ship burial
- Medieval Europe collection
- Aztec and Mayan collection
- Parthenon Marbles
- Ancient Rome collection
- Roman Britain collection
- Easter Island head
- Ancient Greece collection
- Fully guided experience
- • Food/Beverages
- • Gratuities
- • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- • Bags exceeding 40x40x50 and weighing 8 kilo’s or more are prohibited from entering
- • The museum does not offer cloakroom services
- • Children must be accompanied by an adult
- • This tour operates with a maximum of 6 participants per guide
- 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.
- 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.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
