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The British Museum is one of the popular spots that tourists visit when they are in London. Located in the central part of the city and conveniently accessible via the subway (or the tube, as they call it here), this institution is also just a short walk away from several bus stations. The wealth of interesting items on display here makes it a must-visit for any value-seeking tourist in the area.

Arguably the best thing about this place is that entry is free for all. Several of the galleries, including The Great Court, are open for people to simply walk in and check out. There are however, special paid exhibitions as well, so if you want a more exclusive experience, one of these is probably the thing for you. The prices on these range widely, which is why it is important to stay updated on the latest ticket prices. We have you covered there as well as in other areas – our inside scoop on The British Museum includes the current rates, timings, and other useful information. For instance, we make it a point to let you know that while galleries stay open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., open hours are longer on Fridays.

There are a number of public tours and speeches offered at the British Museum, such as the “Daily Eye-Opener Tour” between 11 a.m. and 3:45 p.m., the “Lunchtime Gallery Talks” held Tuesdays through Fridays in the afternoons, “Spotlight Tours” between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and “Around the world in 90 minutes” tour between 11:30 a.m. and 14:00 p.m. We give serve you more details on each of these, so that you know what to expect when you pick one.

The museum also offers an audio guide which you can pick up from the respective desk when you are in the Great Court. You can use it for up to half an hour before the place closes. The main benefit it gives over a staff-led tour is the option to pick and choose galleries to visit, and learn about each at leisure. The guide carries about 260 expert commentaries recorded in several languages, as well as an interactive map of the place, which can be invaluable to finding your way around.

That was just on the tours; The British Museum also holds many free and paid exhibitions, which you would want a peep at before visiting. We are glad to provide all the information you need to turn your tour into a memorable one.