British Museum
World encyclopedic collection in Bloomsbury, free general admission with timed entry often required for capacity management. Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures, and Egyptian galleries anchor major routes.
Highlights
- Great Court under Norman Foster glass roof—central meeting point.
- Egyptian sculpture gallery including colossal statues.
- Greek and Assyrian galleries with large-scale reliefs.
- Special exhibitions ticketed separately on official site.
Tips
- Book free timed entry on britishmuseum.org when prompted.
- Pick two themed routes max—full collection impossible in one day.
- Security bag checks at entrance; allow queue time.
- Russell Square or Tottenham Court Road Tube nearby.
Plan more
See the London guide.
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