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Private Highlights Tour of the British Museum

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Experience the wonders of the legendary British Museum on a private highlights tour. This 3-hour adventure will take you through thousands of years of human history, archaeology, and world culture. From Egyptian mummies to the Rosetta Stone, from Easter Island moai to the Parthenon Sculptures, you'll see all the must-see exhibits without feeling rushed. Unlike other tours, this experience is fully customized to your interests and preferences. Your expert guide will craft an experience that speaks to you on a deeper level, allowing you to gain a whole new understanding of heritage, history, and museums. The British Museum is a special and complicated place, and this tour will help you unravel its mysteries. Join us and explore this fascinating attraction together.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore thousands of years of human history
  • See all the highlights of the British Museum
  • Crafted experience tailored to your interests
  • Gain a new understanding of heritage and history
  • Visit controversial and wondrous objects
  • Insider information about the British Museum and London
  • Free entry to the British Museum through a lesser-known entrance
  • Tour led by a professional guide with advanced degrees in Cultural Heritage and Museum Studies
  • A fully-guided, expert tour in English
  • Gratuities

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Introduction

Step into the fascinating world of history and culture with the Private Highlights Tour of the British Museum. Considered the "World's Museum," the British Museum is a must-visit attraction in London that will leave you in awe.

What to expect?

Get ready for a 3-hour journey through thousands of years of human history, archaeology, and world culture. This tour is not your average visit to a museum. You'll delve into controversial topics and explore the highlights of the British Museum without feeling rushed. From Egyptian mummies to the Rosetta Stone, an Easter Island moai, and the Parthenon Sculptures, you'll witness the wonders of these ancient artifacts and engage in thought-provoking discussions.

Who is this for?

This tour welcomes everyone with a curious mind and a passion for history and culture. Whether you're a first-time visitor to London or a seasoned traveler, this experience will captivate and enrich your understanding of our shared heritage. Delve into the complexities of the British Museum with a knowledgeable guide who can tailor the experience to your preferences and interests.

Why book this?

What sets this tour apart is the personalized approach. Rather than following a rigid script, your experienced guide will listen to your interests and craft an immersive experience that resonates with you on a deeper level. You'll gain a newfound appreciation for the intricacies of heritage, history, and museums in general. The British Museum is a place of both wonder and controversy, and with this tour, you'll explore its depths and complexities, enriching your understanding of the world.

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Meeting your guide at the Montague Place Entrance, you'll embark on a journey that promises to be both educational and captivating. The tour lasts 180 minutes, giving you ample time to explore and absorb the museum's vast collection. As you move through the galleries, be prepared to encounter strange, macabre, and wondrous objects, with your guide shedding light on the controversies surrounding them. From the Rosetta Stone to the Sutton Hoo treasures and the Egyptian mummies, there's a wealth of incredible artifacts to discover.

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Previous visitors have praised this tour for its in-depth exploration of the British Museum's highlights and the engaging discussions led by the guide. The personalized approach has garnered high satisfaction, with participants feeling that their specific interests were taken into account. People have left with a renewed appreciation for history and a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding museums and cultural heritage. Join this tour and discover the British Museum like never before, with an experienced traveler who knows all the insights of this iconic institution.

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  • You can book at any time before the event

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The British Museum

Welcome to the British Museum, a repository of wonderful, strange, and controversial objects from our shared human history. At the beginning of our tour, I will ask you about your interests, and we will then walk through millennia of history and traverse the world's inhabited continents. Depending on your interests, I will point out the strange, the macabre, and the wondrous, never shying away from the controversy behind certain items. We will visit all of the highlights, including: The Rosetta Stone Parthenon Sculptures (Elgin Marbles) Lewis Chessmen Sutton Hoo Vindolanda Tablets Standard of Ur Egyptian Mummies Aztec Double-Headed Serpent Portland Vase Assyrian Guards Ramesses II Statue of Tara Ife Head Hoa Hakananai'a FeeJee Mermaid If you are interested in a specific topic or gallery, get in touch and I can craft a fully bespoke tour for your interests.

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