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British Museum
History Museum and Art Museum
Bloomsbury, London
This history museum is famous for their architecture. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Check out the ancient Egypt exhibit and see the Rosetta Stone."(67 Tips)
"check out the ancient egypt exhibit and the mummies"(37 Tips)
"Parthenon Marbles and Lindow Man."(22 Tips)
"The Assyran and Egyptian exhibition is amazing"(12 Tips)
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Pinar E.April 6, 2017A must-do for London. Free entrance is an opportunity; even if you arent a museum lover, you can even spend two hours walking around great historical artifacts. Dont miss Assyrian Lamassul sculptures
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M UJanuary 7, 2017All the 🌎 is here!If you are especially interested in Egypt section,go early. Gets quite crowded.You can't see everything.Plan from the map according to your interests.Put on layers of clothes.🔥❄️
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Very rich collection of ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, European and Asian artefacts. The Rosette stone and Ramses II head are among the most famous pieces. Free WiFi.
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Great exhibitions (in two exhibition spaces), lovely smaller temporary exhibits, good lectures and family events, wonderful space in The Great Court, clear and well-designed signage, pleasant spaces.
Tom CoatesApril 4, 2018Of the world’s greatest museums if not the world’s greatest museum. Go for the Rosetta Stone, the Elgin marbles, the amazing Mesopotamian structures and the great court in the center.
MariaApril 9, 2019Amazing place and it’s a must if you visit London! You can spend hours & hours inside so plan well if you are time poor. Worth to hire the audio as it can be really crowded to get too close.
SimonNovember 4, 2014A must-do if you are visiting London. Just take enough time to enjoy every piece of art. There is a huge variety of artworks, you will surely find something interesting or appealing to you!
Ryan WaggonerSeptember 16, 2017Free admission, a collection spanning all cultures and time periods, and an absolutely beautiful building. Don't miss the Parthenon galleries or the Enlightenment Room.
Ali AhiJuly 10, 2015This is indeed one of the best museums in the world! Basically you can find anything you want in there. Don't forget to check out ancient Egypt, Iran (Persia), & Greece.
Jack OSeptember 15, 2016Probably the best museum in the world. Really well curated and amazingly it's also free. Try to catch one of the tours, they really enhance the experience.
- Blue GauginOctober 2, 2013Take a look at the beautiful Japanese gallery. Beginning with this simple and complete map was the most incredible surprise i could have at the entry, best way to enter into another world!
Rachel MercerAugust 20, 2014My new favorite place. Pillaging aside, the Hutton Soo and Egyptian exhibits are a must see (um, Rosetta Stone anyone?). As is the legendary Crystal Skull, which is on display despite being a fake!
Nicole MillsNovember 5, 2023Make sure you have ample time to explore all the wonderful exhibits at The British Museum. Some key things to look out for include The Rosetta Stone, Mummy of Katebet, Easter Island head & lots more!
Robert AccetturaJanuary 2, 2015In any legitimate list of worlds best museums this will be on the list towards the top. You can't miss it. Half the artifacts in any history book that still exist are here. Pretty amazing.
D !December 28, 2015I've been in nearly all the major museums of the world, the British museum put all the history at hand for free. Don't forget the Rosetta Stone, The Partenon Frescoes and The Ishtar Door.- Veronica KityoJanuary 21, 2022I have not been at the museum in 20 years and I enjoyed it there. I am going back as I was only there for a short time before work. I love History so I know I want to spend a good few hours there.
- Mahdi HosseiniDecember 13, 2017It's a must-do in London.amazing collection from around the world. Especially great ancient empires. It's FREE, you have NOT pay if they asked for the donation, instead of the ticket.
Hendy OngkodjojoJanuary 4, 2013Don't be like the million other people around you, put your camera and phone away and seize the moment! Take the time to learn about the Rosetta stone and other historical facts!!
AndreyAugust 30, 2014favourite museum in London. main hall space, Queen Elizabeth II Great Court, is just gorgeous — raise your eyes on the ceiling. btw, this place contains one of the largest ancient Egypt expositions.- Julius TrueloveSeptember 24, 2022One of my favourite museums in London. I always bring my kids there. Besides, visiting this place is inspiring, like you’re walking through time and across the globe!
Fantastic collection of artefacts from all periods and from around the world. Absolutely amazing! 👍🏼♥️👍🏼
- João GonçalvesSeptember 27, 2016The British Museum was, by far, the best museum I ever stepped into. The permanent collection is filled with so many great artists and with so many pieces that one day wouldn't be enough to absorb it.
Hernan ValdiviaNovember 21, 2021It’s free to enter! An impressive atrium that takes your breath away. Expertly curated artefacts. Facilities are clean. Grab a coffee and a carrot cake to set you up for a day of viewing.
Fatih KuranMay 18, 2015One of the biggest museums in the world. It reflects the domination of UK all over the world throughout recent history. Different pieces from all over the world. Definitely it is worth to be seen
Jonathan PayneJuly 14, 2023It is gigantic and the amount of exhibits is overwhelming. Also it’s free. Consequently, during Summer it’s very busy. Buy tix b4, get here early 2 avoid crowds & have a plan on which exhibits to see.
Olga TsybulskaAugust 14, 2014The museum is huge!Be sure to read what is in before you go there or the visiting will be useless for you. It shows how Great the Great Britain is. Strong historic place.Don't forget the audio guide.
Monica GustavsenAugust 18, 2017Fantastic place. Tip: come early. The que is enormous from The morning. Be there at openingbtime to avoid the longest que i have ever seen
Nathalia LimaNovember 9, 2016Do not come with hurry, otherwise you will miss it a lot of amazing expositions. I recommend 2 full days to visit all the famous galleries.
Sherie SwerdlowApril 6, 2014Do your research ahead of time to decide what's important to see. We saw the Pompeii Exhibit and thought it was extremely well done. Great lunch spots and it's worth the trip just to view the space.
KerimSeptember 17, 2017Now there is no entrance fee but if you are a kind and responsible person you better donate at the boxes around the great hall. You should definetly see the worlds most famous chess set inside.
Budoor BaharethOctober 10, 2017A wonderful experience, the building itself is a thing to see. You get to see the rosetta stone up close and have a taste of pharaohs life through mummies and ancient Egyptian artifacts.
Dimitris KotsiosDecember 12, 2014One of the best museums I have ever been! The best of all is absolutely FREE .. and it's enormous! In addition you can relax by drinking some coffee or eating a snack at the restaurant !
Tamires RibeiroJanuary 19, 2015This museum has on its focus international culturals all around the world. For me the best part was the Egiptian, upatairs you can see the mummies. The greek part has a lot of sculptures from Partheon
Amy CarothersMarch 25, 2018Stroll around the museum admiring the architecture while having a brush with history. Tip: Make sure to walk up the winding staircase for a bird’s eye view and a closer look at the ceiling.
Krystel JusticeDecember 26, 2016The Rosetta Stone and Elgin Marbles are a must see-- loads of fascinating exhibits. I've been 3 times and wish I could go 8000 more!- The definitive museum in London for ancient artefacts. Everything is beautifully presented, and the main atrium area as you enter is very imposing. Look out for the special exhibitions!
Babcsán VanesszaMay 17, 2017Maaaany historical stuff, if u r interested in history u definitely should go there! There are little information desks with friendly members who like to tell stories about anything u want!- Delfin English SchoolsJuly 15, 2014One of the world's oldest and one of London's largest museums. Join us on our first timers' walk on Mondays featuring highlights such as the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon Marbles and Lindow Man.
Augustus CollectionFebruary 23, 2014Whether it’s the Parthenon Sculptures or ancient Egyptian mummies that take your fancy, it can all be found here. And best of all, entry is free! Read more
Maurice KirschbaumSeptember 27, 2015Go early! Once the tourists start filling in you'll never see more then the tip of the Rosetta Stone! (and the entrance on the other side of the building is a less impressive but easier way to get in
Andrew TalagaFebruary 25, 2019As well as the Elgin Marbles and the Rosetta Stone also try to visit the chessmen from the Isle of Lewis - room 40 on the first floor. Carved from walrus tusk they are amazing
Marlyn GuzmanNovember 5, 2010The British Museum is a must must see in London and the UK. There is always something to discover, to learn and to see, no matter if you are interested in museums, history or not - you will get addict
Elžbieta RiddlFebruary 10, 2019Best to visit in the morning, though don't hesitate to wait for a bit if there is a queue - it moves pretty fast. Take audioguide.
Omar Gabriel Torres ValenciaJuly 4, 2015Great art, especially from the ancient world. A must visit while in London. History lovers as myself are going to have a great time here.
Henrique XavierJanuary 25, 2015Huge museum with crafts from all over the world. Free entrance, no fuss to go in and out, so there is no need to make it worth. Enjoy it as a stroll in the park!
Farmer FarmerApril 14, 2017Great and one of the top museums in the world. Start early. One day may not be enough to tour the museum. Nice food court for a break. Free admission.
Nick FrantzJuly 6, 2018The Rosetta Stone is amazing, but I think my favorite was the ancient game of Ur.
Fulham Football ClubOctober 11, 2012Visit room 49, case 6, to see the ‘Fulham Sword’. Found next to Craven Cottage it dates back to 43 AD, is the best example of its kind in Britain & is the best named sword in the Museum (so we think)
Dio KatsOctober 12, 2014Parthenon room in british museum,the "perfect-safe" place!😡 Put in there a jacket of Jack the ripper and return the marbles😡
JETMay 23, 2015Visiting to see the excellent collection of artefacts goes without saying. But the building itself is an awesome piece of architecture and a great place to people watch.
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British Museum
Great Russell St (btwn Montague & Bloomsbury St)
London
Greater London
WC1B 3DG
United Kingdom
London
Greater London
WC1B 3DG
United Kingdom
A museum of the world, for the world. Discover over two million years of human history and culture. Some of the world-famous objects include the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon sculptures and Egyptian mummies.
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- Mon–Thu, Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:30 PM
- Fri
- 10:00 AM–8:30 PM
+44 20 7323 8299
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