London Bloomsbury Walking and Museum Experience
from
£12
London
Gtr London
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
3
hours
  • • Explore Historic Bloomsbury and the British Museum in London
  • • Enjoy a 3-Hour Guided Walk and Museum Tour Experience
  • • Visit the British Museum's Most Comprehensive Artifacts Collection
or

Why We Love This Unique Experience

Embark on a captivating journey through London's rich history with the British Museum Small Group Entry and Bloomsbury Express Tour. This unique experience offers an insightful blend of guided exploration in the picturesque Bloomsbury district, and unrestricted access to some of the world’s most renowned artifacts within the British Museum. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious minds alike, this tour ensures a memorable and enriching day out.

The adventure begins with a guided stroll through the charming Bloomsbury area, where tales of famous literary figures and historical sites come to life. The tour includes notable landmarks, including the opulent Kimpton Fitzroy Hotel, recognized for its architectural elegance linked to the Titanic. Next, guests enter the hallowed halls of the British Museum, bypassing long queues for a seamless entry. An audio guide, conveniently accessed via a smartphone, allows explorers to dive into the vast collection of over 50 points of interest. Marvel at treasures ranging from the Rosetta Stone to stunning sculptures of ancient Greece and Egypt, as well as masterpieces by artists like Rembrandt and da Vinci, all while moving at a pace that suits individual preferences.

This enriching experience is not only a splendid way to uncover London’s profound cultural heritage but also serves as an exceptional gift idea for friends and family. Offering a delightful combination of education and exploration, the British Museum Small Group Entry and Bloomsbury Express Tour is perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply as a thoughtful surprise for anyone looking to explore the wonders of history in one of the world’s greatest museums.

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Experience Overview:

British Museum Small Group Entry And Bloomsbury Express Tour

Start your journey with a guided walk through Bloomsbury and hear more about this historic district. Take a snap of the Kimpton Fitzroy Hotel, designed by Charles Fitzroy Doll, who later designed the first-class dining room on the Titanic.
Next, you'll enter the British Museum and explore the world-class exhibits with an audio guide from the convenience of your phone, featuring over 50 points of interest.

Admire the extensive artifact collection of human history and culture, with artworks from Rembrandt, Holbein, da Vinci and more. See gleaming Roman artefacts, the Rosetta Stone, the Lion of Knidos and astonishing Buddhist statues.

Go at your own pace as you explore the Enlightenment Room, take a snap of the Parthenon and Discobolus sculptures, and step in to the world of ancient Egypt and the pharaohs…

Meeting Point

Russell Square

Russell Sq, London WC1B 5EH, UK

Start your tour by meeting the tour guide at the fountain in Russell Square, WC1B 5EH. Your guide will be holding a green ‘VoxCity’ flag. Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring your own headphones.

What's included:

  • Host at the meeting point
  • Express guided tour of Bloomsbury
  • Multilingual audio commentary in English, Italian, French, German, Korean, Spanish, and Chinese
  • Donation to the British Museum
  • Small group tour
  • British Museum audio guide (entry is free)
  • Live commentary in English

Not included:

  • Guided tour inside the British Museum
  • Headset and mobile device
  • Cloakroom fees

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Russell Square

London, WC1B 5EH

Start your tour by meeting the tour guide at the fountain in Russell Square, WC1B 5EH. Your guide will be holding a green ‘VoxCity’ flag. Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring your own headphones.

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Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter

23 Russell Sq, London WC1H 0XG, UK

Only 13 of these Grade II listed historic buildings still exist in London. Cabman's shelters were built in the 19th century and provided shelter for cab drivers who used horse-drawn carriages. Still in use today, discover more about this slice of Victorian England.

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Kimpton Fitzroy London

1-8 Russell Sq, London WC1B 5BE, UK

Designed by Charles Fitzroy Doll, this hotel draws inspiration from the first-class dining room of the Titanic – representing the height of luxury during the Edwardian period.

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Bloomsbury

London

Explore the 'Blue Plaque' scheme that commemorates historic buildings across the country, and retrace the footsteps of iconic figures including poet T.S. Eliot. Find out why some windows were bricked over in the 17th century, a feature which can still be seen in Bloomsbury buildings today.

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The British Museum

Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG

Enjoy group entry to the British Museum and bypass the long queue. Your tour guide will escort you into the museum, give a brief introduction of the collections before you're ready to explore the museum at your own pace with an audio guide app.

3 hours

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The British Museum is free for all to enter. Your package includes a Bloomsbury small group tour, audio guide app and a donation to the British Museum
Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the app and audio guide prior to arrival. Please bring your own headphones
Start your tour by meeting the tour guide at the fountain in Russell Square, WC1B 5EH. Your guide will be holding a green ‘VoxCity’ flag. Please arrive 15 minutes early
Please note the express tour is in English only, while the British Museum audio guide is multilingual
After the tour, your guide will escort you to the British Museum entrance. Please note you will must enter the British Museum with your guide
Cloakroom fees include: coats £2, bags up to 4kg £2.50, bags 4-8kg £5, umbrellas £1
Items not permitted include: large bags heavier than 8kg, wheeled cases, folding bicycles and more. Visit the British Museum website for a full list of prohibited items
Pushchairs are permitted on-site. Fold-up prams and buggies can be left free of charge in the cloakroom

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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Vox City International Ltd

Product SKU: UK-3874-0030
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London Bloomsbury and British Museum Tour

London
Gtr London
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
3
hours
  • • Explore Historic Bloomsbury and the British Museum in London
  • • Enjoy a 3-Hour Guided Walk and Museum Tour Experience
  • • Visit the British Museum's Most Comprehensive Artifacts Collection
or

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