British Museum

The British Museum houses a vast collection of world art and artefacts. If you start your visit at the Paul Hamlyn Library next to Room 2, staff will be able to help you make the most out of the museum. There are a number of family trails suitable for different ages. For the younger ones, choose a trail about color and shapes or one about counting. Older kids might like the voyage through ancient Egypt or a trail about dragons and fantastic creatures. There are also free backpacks full of puzzles, games and other activities.

Alternatively just have a wonder around - children will be fascinated by the exhibits - and when their concentration begins to wane let them play a few games in the wonderful covered space of the Great Court.

Address:

Great Russell Street, Central London, WC1B 3DG

Telephone:

020 7323 8299

Admission:

Free!

Opening Times:

Daily 10am to 5.30pm and late Thursdays and Fridays

Nearest Tube:

Tottenham Court Road

Where to Eat:

On site cafe

What's nearby:

London Transport Museum

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