Private Guided Tour of the British Museum
At a glance
Private Guided Tour of the British Museum is a 2h 30m private experience in London, United Kingdom, operated by Anthony Matthews. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 57 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $336.46 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Licenced, insured guide, entrance ticket.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
One price for up to six. A completely private, guided highlights tour of one of the greatest museums in the world. I am an friendly, insured, licensed, Blue Badge Guide with a degree in Classical History. I cut away myths and explain a wide range of the most important objects in the collection. The Rosetta Stone, Egyptian Pharaohs, a scared metal cat. The Parthenon marbles, to a bust of Homer and spectacular, classical jewellery. Unusual roman glass, to Pompeii wall paintings. Early British gold and silver from a boat burial. I work with families, and their children are very welcome, as are groups, couples, individuals and students. We also enter very quickly as we will be to the front of the line.
What's included
What's included
- Licenced, insured guide, entrance ticket
Not included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
-
Stop 1 · 2h
Hear an introduction to the museum and its collections. You will see the Rosetta Stone the key to Egyptian history and how to hear how it was translated. See a statue of Tutankamun, hear about his life and how he died. Sarcophagus motives, canopic jars, and the book of the dead. Hear about the origins of Rome, its technology some classic propaganda in glass, alligator armor, and exquisite gold jewelry. Greek statuary, a gold headdress, and amazons fighting. All inside one of the greatest museums in the world.
Meeting point
Just to the left of the main entrance gates on Great Russell Street, opposite starbucks. Anthony Matthews guide will meet you there, i am completely bald. Do see the photo where to meet. Please be at least 10 mins early on the 10.00 am tour so we will be one of the first inside.
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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In a two thousand year old city most but not all areas are fully acessable.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Guided Tour of the British Museum take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $336.46 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?
Licenced, insured guide, entrance ticket.
Where does it start?
Just to the left of the main entrance gates on Great Russell Street, opposite starbucks. Anthony Matthews guide will meet you there, i am completely bald. Do see the photo where to meet. Please be at least 10 mins early on the 10.00 am tour so we will be one of the first inside.
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 57 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in London.
