Out-of-hours tour: an introduction to the British Museum
Event information
Various dates
08.50–10.00
See scheduled dates
Rooms 1–2
Main entrance – Great Russell Street (WC1B 3DG)
Price
- £35
- £32 (Members)
£32 (Concessions: students, jobseekers, disabled visitors)
£17.50 (Ages 5–15 years)
Free for under 5s and disabled visitors' assistant (no booking required)
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Explore the oldest room in the Museum in this special guided tour before the galleries open to the public.
Uncover the origins of an extraordinary collection as you learn about the beginnings of the British Museum in 1753 and its subsequent development. The Enlightenment gallery (Room 1) focuses on the 18th century, an era of new knowledge, scientific discovery and European colonialism. The Collecting the world gallery (Room 2) focuses on the growth of the collection from the 18th century to the present day.
This tour provides a thought-provoking introduction to the Museum, which you're free to explore afterwards.
Galleries on this tour:
Room 1: Enlightenment
Room 2: Collecting the world
Booking information
- The tour will begin at 09.00 and will last for 60 minutes covering multiple galleries.
- Please note that the tour will involve a considerable amount of walking and standing. Portable stools are available on request from Visitor Services when you arrive.
- This tour is recommended for adults and children aged 12+ but all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please meet at the Main entrance on Great Russell Street (WC1B 3DG) at 08.50 with your email confirmation.
- This tour is limited to a maximum of 20 places per session. If you would like to bring a group of 10 or more people or arrange a special out-of-hours tour, please email [email protected] to discuss your options.
- Further information can be found in our FAQs section.