4. British Museum

British Museum

Address: Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG

Bookings and enquiries: 020 7323 8000

Founded in 1753 by Act of Parliament, from the collections of Sir Hans Sloane, the British Museum is one of the great museums of the world, showing the works of man from prehistoric to modern times with collections drawn from the whole world. Famous objects include the Rosetta Stone, sculptures from the Parthenon, the Sutton Hoo and Mildenhall treasures and the Portland Vase. There is also a programme of special exhibitions and daily gallery tours, talks and guided tours.

Price: Free admission

Opening details: Open All Year, Closed at Christmas, Closed at New Year

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