London: British Museum Tour with Archaeologist Guide

Visit the British Museum with an archaeologist and learn about its most famous artifacts, as well as many hidden gems the casual visitor is likely to miss. Find out about the civilizations that made these treasures and the mysteries that still elude scholars to this day. Learn about Ancient Egypt, including Rosetta Stone, and the colossal statue of Pharaoh Ramses II. See the palaces of the Assyrian Empire and the Parthenon Marbles from Greece. View the crown jewels of the Aztec Empire and learn about the Moai Statues of Easter Island. Discover the Lewis Chessmen, the most astounding relic to survive from the Viking age. Marvel at the Sutton Hoo hoard from the grave of the mysterious King Raedwald, which has given us an unparalleled insight into the dark ages.