London Hotels near British Museum

Sloane’s artifacts have been added to by gifts and purchases from all over the world, and the museum now contains countless items stretching from the present day to prehistory.

British Museum’s Collections

There are some must-see artifacts in the British Museum including the Egyptian Mummies, the Parthenon Sculptures, the Lindow Man, and the Sutton Hoo Treasure.

The Museum’s hoard of treasure spans two millions years of history and culture. The 94 galleries which stretch 2.5 miles cover civilizations from Ancient Egypt and Assyria to modern Japan.

Tours of the British Museum

There are several free half hour tours of the British Museum with a live volunteer guide explaining different sections of the Museum. These are held throughout the museum every half hour.

The Museum Highlights audio tour takes guests through 40 iconic pieces of the collection. It is available in English, Spanish and Japanese. The Parthenon sculptures audio tour introduces one of the most popular exhibits in the British Museum. This tour is available in English, Spanish, Japanese, German, French, Italian and Greek.

British Museum Hours and Admission

The British Museum is open daily from 10am-5:30pm, except for New Years, Good Friday, and the Christmas holiday. The Museum is free admission with possible fees for special exhibitions.

Hotel Accommodations in London

One of the least expensive of the five star hotels in London, the Royal Garden Hotel overlooks the Kensington Palace Gardens. This hotel boasts an onsite restaurant, bar, fitness center and gorgeous rooms with a view of the London skyline. The service is impeccable and they go out of their way to make the guests comfortable.