British Museum
#4πŸ–ΌοΈ Art & EncyclopedicLondon, United Kingdom

British Museum

8 million objects, 2 million years of history

About the museum

The world's first national public museum, founded on the collection of Sir Hans Sloane. Its galleries trace human culture from the Stone Age across every continent.

Must-see highlights

  • β—†Rosetta Stone
  • β—†Parthenon Sculptures (Elgin Marbles)
  • β—†Egyptian mummies
  • β—†Lewis Chessmen
  • β—†Sutton Hoo treasure
  • β—†Great Court (Foster + Partners)

Recognition

πŸ† TripAdvisor #1 in UKπŸ† Free admission

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