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British Museum Self-Guided Tour for Kids and Families in English

London, United Kingdom
2 hours
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May 8, 2025
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British Museum Self-Guided Tour for Kids and Families in English
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Ages: 0-120 years old
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What You Will Do

Imagine a trip to a museum where the kids aren't constantly asking to go home, but begging for more! Packed with challenges, quizzes and fantastic facts, this is a unique, self-guided tour especially designed to keep kids 8-15 excited and the whole family having fun as you explore the world-famous British Museum. Our 'Mighty Gods and Mysterious Beings' tour through the museum takes in some of the greatest treasures of the museum as well as hidden jewels, focusing on the beliefs and gods of ancients peoples. Covering civilizations from all corners of the world, the stories of the artefacts and their cultures come to life as you explore them through the carefully designed activities on the tour. You simply download our app, sign up, and your tour will be waiting for you with full instructions. Do the tour at your own pace, take a break if you want, and complete it when you're ready. Make the most of your trip to the British Museum with fun and learning for everyone in the family.

What's Included?

  • All information and directions to have a great tour are included on the app
  • The tour can be done offline (no need for mobile data) once it has been downloaded on the app
  • Written Guide/App in English

What's Not Included?

  • This is not an entry ticket - it does not guarantee entry to the museum
  • Museum entry is free - to be sure of entry, book your preferred date and time on the museum website
  • Tour in English only - do not book this tour if you and your children can't comfortably read English
  • Tour available only when the museum is open

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Enter the Museum at the main entrance in Great Russell Street. When you're inside, open the route on the app and our interactive map will show you exactly where to go! All the information and directions that you need will be on the app! You don't need to meet anyone or present a ticket.

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The British Museum

2 hours

We will take you on a fascinating tour through five thousand years of human history to discover the gods and beliefs of the great cultures of the world. You'll see hidden jewels of the collection as well as some of the museum's greatest treasures, including the colossal statue of the pharaoh Ramesses II, the gigantic bull-guardians of Assyria, the exquisite but controversial Parthenon Marbles, the towering moai from Easter Island, the magical Benin bronzes, the emerald mask of Tlaloc from ancient Mexico, the delicate four-armed figure of Shiva Nataraj (Lord of the Dance), and the extraordinary, haunting Amaravati sculptures. At each stop there are carefully designed challenges and activities that bring the details of the exhibits to life and fantastic facts that tell the stories of the cultures that left us these amazing artefacts. A brilliant way to explore this world-famous museum and for the whole family to learn about these ancient cultures without a moment's boredom!


Additional Information

This activity is operated by TripMonsters
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guide Options

  • Printed Guide - English

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