Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum
At a glance
Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum is a 3h – 4h small-group experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by London Bible Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 143 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $75.10 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Optional portable folding stools, Google Doc of study notes including a comprehensive list of Bible verses related to the artifacts.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 143 travellers
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h – 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Is the Bible not as clear as you would like it to be?
In this semi-private guided tour, you'll go through the British Museum, connecting numerous ancient artifacts to verses, helping you to discover the common thread that weaves the books and people together.
Verses are no longer just words on a page when you see an ancient artifact bring the passage to life. By placing each event on a timeline, you'll understand how they relate to one another.
You'll remember the artifacts and verses in two ways:
1. Read the Bible for yourself: Instead of hearing the guide's interpretation, you'll read the verses in your own translation in front of the artifact. You'll remember the artifact and the verse better.
2. Socratic questioning: Instead of listening to a guide's one-way talk, you'll be asked gentle questions that prompt you to the answer. Self-discovery is the best way to learn, and by saying the answer in front of the artifact, you'll remember the artifact and the answer better.
What's included
What's included
- Optional portable folding stools
- Google Doc of study notes including a comprehensive list of Bible verses related to the artifacts
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 3h
We start with the Assyrian, Egyptian and Greek galleries on the ground floor.
We'll see 40-ton Assyrian lamassu beasts, statues of famous pharaohs and the Parthenon temple sculptures of Athens.
After a break, we go upstairs to see the Roman galleries. Optional galleries include Persia and Babylon as time allows and your preference dictates.
We'll look at Roman emperors and objects that relate directly to Jesus and Paul.
Some of the Biblical people we'll discuss:
Egypt: Joseph, Moses
Assyria: Jonah, Ahab, Hezekiah;
Rome: Jesus; Paul
Greek: Paul
Meeting point
Meet *outside* the entrance to Reading Room, left side
Reading Room is inside of Great Court. Look for "Foster and Partners" on the wall.
Please do not meet inside the Reading Room.
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
- Install Viator, Tripadvisor apps to receive and view several important messages
- Bible app that browses for verses in airplane mode (YouVersion is a good app)
- After booking, check for important messages in your app and email inbox.
- Not recommended for jet-lagged travelers who have just arrived after a long haul flight
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Explore Biblical Artifacts at the British Museum take?
The experience lasts about 3h – 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $75.10 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Optional portable folding stools; Google Doc of study notes including a comprehensive list of Bible verses related to the artifacts.
Where does it start?
Meet *outside* the entrance to Reading Room, left side Reading Room is inside of Great Court. Look for "Foster and Partners" on the wall. Please do not meet inside the Reading Room.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 143 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
