British Museum
Audio Guide · 52 min · English
Eleanor Margaret Ashworth
Historian & London Heritage Expert
Features
About this tour
Journey through 2 million years of human history in the world's oldest national museum. From Egyptian mummies to Greek gods, uncover the stories behind humanity's greatest treasures.
Chapters · 8
Main Entrance and Great Court
Egyptian Sculpture Gallery
Egyptian Mummies Gallery
Parthenon Sculptures Gallery
Medieval Gallery - Lewis Chessmen
Enlightenment Gallery
Reading Room
Great Court Farewell
Starting point
Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
5 reviews
Sofia Martinez
Barcelona, Spain
The narrator's voice drew me in from the very first room, and by the time I reached the Egyptian galleries, I felt like I was walking alongside ancient civilizations. The segment about the Rosetta Stone was absolutely fascinating - I'd walked past it so many times before without really understanding its significance. What impressed me most was how the tour connected artifacts from different cultures, showing how human creativity has always been universal. The pacing was perfect, giving me time to really absorb each piece without feeling rushed.
James Chen
Toronto, Canada
Brilliant storytelling that made the ancient world feel alive and immediate. The directions were spot-on, and I never felt lost even during the busiest afternoon crowds. Only wish there had been a bit more about the Greek sculptures section.
Amara Okafor
Lagos, Nigeria
The way this tour weaves together stories from across continents is remarkable - I found myself completely absorbed in the narrative about trade routes connecting Africa, Asia, and Europe. The section on the Benin Bronzes was particularly moving and well-researched. Even though I've visited many museums, this experience made me see how collections like this reflect our shared human journey rather than just isolated artifacts.
Erik Lindberg
Stockholm, Sweden
Used this during a rainy London afternoon and it completely transformed what could have been a typical museum visit. The audio quality was excellent, and the tour managed to highlight pieces I would have easily missed on my own.
Priya Sharma
Mumbai, India
Worth every penny for the depth of research alone. The stories behind each artifact made the 52 minutes fly by.
52 min tour