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Most all of the museum in london are extensive and require more than one visit, and the british museum is no exception. Plan on spending a decent amount of time if you want to see most of the exhibits. However, if short on time, you should still stop by for at least a quick look around. The architecture, especially the glass ceiling in the main room is worth the visit, and a quick visit can also include the Rosetta stone, the Elgin Marbles, and the Roman Portland Vase. You can always just pick one section you are interested in as well and focus on those rooms. The British Museum is free like so many other museums in london, but they do ask for a small donation. Some special exhibits might have a fee though. The hours fluctuate so check in advance. Also, before you leave, look into the library in the center of the museum. Leave a Comment Phone: 0 20 7323 8299Directions: Holborn tube stopWebsite: http://www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk
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Great news - admission to muesum is free. There are admission charges to special exhibitions. This is a fantastic collection of the antiquity to present including Athenian frescos, Egyptian mummies, Assyrian cuneiforms, Chinese porcelain, Roman sculptures, etc. A great suggestion is to decide which period and cultures you would like to see most and then plan your itinerary accordingly - otherwise you may find that closing time comes too soon. Free floor plans are available at Information Desk. Color maps for two pounds. There are 3 floors: Upper Floor: Ancient Near East, Britain and Europe, Egypt, Greece & Rome, Money. Ground Floor: Americas, Ancient Near East, Asia, Egypt Enlightenment, Greece & Rome Living and dying. Lower Floor: Africa, Ancient Near East, Greece & Rome Have a great time through history especially if weather is poor outside. Phone: 0 20 7323 8299Directions: Holborn tubeWebsite: http://www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk
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The British Museum is one of the world’s greatest and most famous museums. It was established in 1753 by Sir Hans Sloane, a physician and scientist who collected a great deal of literature and art. It opened to the public in 1759. The museum houses ten departments and, since 1973, part of the British Library. It has 4km of galleries and more than 6 million objects covering the story of human culture from its beginning to the present. Some of the highlights include Egyptian mummies and exhibits on Roman and Anglo-Saxon Britain, China, Japan, India, and Mesopotamia. Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 10.00-17.00 Sun: 12.00-18.00 Closed: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day, Good Friday, May Day Admission free! Leave a Comment Phone: 0 20 7323 8299Directions: Holborn tube Buses: 7, 8, 10, 14, 19, 22B, 24, 25, 29, 38, 55, 68, 73, 98, 134, 176, 188Website: http://www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk
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