You’ve arrived. Now what? First, ignore the queue. It looks long, but it moves fast. Security checks bags, so don’t bring a Swiss Army knife or a suspiciously large baguette. You’ll get the look from the guard.
British Museum Located | How to Get There, Directions & Transport Guide
Once inside, you’re in the Great Court. It’s huge. The ceiling is made of glass, and everyone is taking selfies. Look up. Then look at the map. You’ll want to see the Rosetta Stone (Egyptian section), the Parthenon Marbles (big deal, lots of controversy), and the Mummy Room. Because who doesn’t love a good corpse?
Food and Survival Tips
Don’t eat at the museum’s main café unless you enjoy paying £8 for a dry scone. Walk two blocks to Seven Dials. There’s a place called Bill’s that does a decent breakfast. Or grab a bao bun at the market stalls on Brewer Street.
And for the love of all that is ancient, bring water. The museum is like a desert with artifacts. You will get thirsty. You will also get lost because the signs are written in British passive-aggressive: “Please proceed to the south staircase, which is actually north of here.”
Final advice? Take a photo of the museum’s address in case your phone dies. It’s Great Russell Street, WC1B 3DG. And if you get lost, just ask a friendly-looking local. We may complain about the weather, but we love pointing clueless tourists in the right direction. It makes us feel useful.
Now go on. Go touch a 2,000-year-old stone and pretend you’re Indiana Jones. Just don’t actually touch the artifacts. That’s what the glass is for.
