LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
British Museum
Stop 08 of 18 on Travelhour's London walking day
About British Museum
The British Museum is a public museum dedicated to human history, art and culture located in the Bloomsbury area of London. Its permanent collection of eight million artefacts is the largest in the world. It documents the story of human culture from its beginnings to the present. Established in 1753, the British Museum was the world's first public national museum. In 2025, the museum received 6,440,120 visitors and was the second most visited attraction in the United Kingdom.
Frequently asked
British Museum — questions travellers ask
- How much are British Museum tickets?
- British Museum ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are British Museum opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official British Museum website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to British Museum?
- British Museum is centrally located in London, United Kingdom. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is British Museum worth visiting?
- Yes — The British Museum is a public museum dedicated to human history, art and culture located in the Bloomsbury area of London.
- How long do you need at British Museum?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at British Museum, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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