Archival photograph. Image credits.
Make it part of your day
Allow the British Museum to be the main event if you want time with its collections. When you leave, Russell Square offers a pause, while the Petrie and Grant offer much smaller collections if their afternoon opening fits your plans.
What’s on here
Use the organiser’s current programme for dates and attendance details. This selection does not cover every event.
See official visitor information ↗Before or after
Leave room for a square, another collection or a story on the way. Choose a plan that fits the time you actually have.
Choose a short plan →Listen with Cobble · paid audio
Stories around British Museum
Choose individual Scenes and themed Collections with the £1.99 CobbleGo Day Pass. Guided Walks are sold separately.
Explore on Cobble ↗Sources & checks
Petrie and Grant hours and admission rechecked 12 September 2026. Other practical details: follow the linked venue for current arrangements.