British Museum & National Gallery of London Semi-Private 8ppl Max

Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours 30 minutes

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Maximize your stay with a visit to London’s two most prominent museums, the National Gallery and the British Museum. On this intimate 5.5 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum combo tour, your informed guide will introduce you to the art and historical artifacts that draw millions of visitors to these two world-class collections. Tours are limited to just 8 guests, and the tour will pause for lunch between visits.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)

A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed

Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

Notes: British Museum and National Gallery and other attractions or museums in London may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

The British Museum

Begin your half day experience by exploring the cultures and civilizations through the monumental collection at the British Museum spanning 6000 years of human history. It features items from all over the world like Samurai armor and rare Assyrian lion hunt reliefs. Your guide will take a serious but enjoyable approach towards the museum’s galleries, discussing primitive tribes and fallen empires through a carefully chosen selection of items. You’ll learn about the Mummy of Katebet, the Lewis Chessmen, and the Rosetta Stone – the actual rock, not the language learning program. Walk away with an understanding of what we humans have achieved during our short history and hopefully you’ll be proud to call yourself a part of this incredible species.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

The National Gallery

After a break for lunch, learn about the master painters whose names fill the halls of the National Gallery. You’ve heard of Seurat and da Vinci, but what do you really know about them? Learn about the painters behind the paintings as we browse our favorite works by other masters like Botticelli, Monet, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. If none of those names mean anything to you, your guide will make sure that changes by the end of the tour. The National Gallery houses paintings dating back to the 1300s all the way up through the 1900s, so there is no shortage of choice. Visit Jan van Eyck’s “The Arnolfini Portrait” or something more familiar like Van Gogh’s “Sunflowers” to understand the full scope of work on display. During your tour, you'll be arm with the essential information and history needed to appreciate the more than 2300 paintings on display at one of the world’s most visited museums.

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Semi-Private Guided Combo Museum Tour

Duration 5.5 Hours (Including A Lunch Break)

Professional Tour Guide

Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum

Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)

Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

Temporary exhibitions NOT included

Options

10am Semi-Private Museum Tour

"Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.

UPGRADE AS PRIVATE TOUR 10AM

Private Museum Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Duration 5 - 5.5 Hours (Including A Break)

Reviews

5.00

168 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

168

Excellent full day tour for family of 4 adults
Footprints720769,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Becky gave our family of 4 an excellent tour of the British Museum and National Gallery. She was knowledgeable and engaging, answering all our questions in depth. While it is impossible to see a fraction of each museum in the short time we had, she did a great job focusing on the highlights and “must see” items. Thanks again, Becky, for a wonderful day!
Great tour! Great tour guide with Nathan!
Companion06456131058,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I think you have struck gold with Nathan. He was absolutely great! We were with me, my mom and my three teenage sons. We wanted to see some highlights and Nathan didn’t disappoint. He was engaging, had incredible knowledge and told us tidbits that kept us interested and ready to see what was next. He was funny, happy to talk about history (I am a history teacher myself), and kept us moving. To be able to see what we saw in 2 hours was an accomplishment, and he made sure we saw the few things we definitely wanted to see. Nathan was the reason we had a great time and he is a wonderful addition to your tours!
Great tour, Great guide!
davidhF7527TY,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
James was wonderful, what a fantastic and knowledgeable guide. We saw the British Museum in a new light. He did not hesitate to make us feel welcome and showed us some amazing highlights. It is always a pleasure to have someone there to converse about the history. Great Tour.
Semi private tour
xizhuw,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our family really enjoyed our young, friendly and knowledgeable tour guide, Cecily. She has made our visit to the British Museum interesting and engaging. It would not have been the same without her amazing presence and stories. Thanks again for the wonderful experience!
Great British Museum Tour
elainak2020,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Matilda was a great guide, we did a full tour and she was able to provide lots of details and fun facts we would have missed if we had gone to the museum on our own. I would highly recommend her!
Only wish it was longer
329tazmins,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
James was the most incredible guide. He was so knowledgeable, the tour gave a great overview of the museum, Jane’s answered our random questions readily. The tour seemed to end so fast. Worth every penny and I’m already recommending it to my family and friends.
Terrific Tour!
LindaD31,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Steph’s enthusiasm for all things history was contagious! She was an excellent guide, showing us the highlights of the museum. She was great at providing interesting photo opps too! She is an asset to your company.
Fantastic tour.
APAPAP2008,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Guy our guide had the most amazing knowledge and infectious enthusiasm. It was so worth having the guided tour - you get so much more out of it than walking through by yourself. Highly recommend.
Great private tour, thoroughly enjoyable!
thejackproject,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
James showed us a great time and the tour was a huge success! We went as a group of work colleagues during a group summit and the feedback I got was very positive. James was energetic but also calm and easy to listen to. I would highly recommend this tour!
Best British Museum and National Gallery Tour
Robert K,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Steph was a great tour guide! She has an incredibly thorough knowledge of British History and Art especially as it pertains to the curated collections at the British Museum and National Gallery. Could answer the questions we had and provided great insight on the many different exhibits we were able to see. Thank you Steph and Babylon for the great tour!