A guide to the British Museum

Walking into the British Museum is like walking into a world frozen in time, Egypt, Greece, China, India...every corner is covered with bits and pieces of history. The Rosetta Stone, the remnants of the Parthenon, the Ming Dynasty jade jug… they don’t speak, but you look at it and wonder: do they want to go home? The museum is quiet, so quiet that you can hear the question in your own mind: Is the collection protected, or occupied? The British Museum is much more than an exhibition space, it is also a field of conversation about civilization, power, memory and belonging. While you can rave about its scale and preservation techniques, you can also choose to front each exhibit and ask: where do you remember you came from?

📸 Photo spot recommendations
Atrium glass canopy: sunlight penetrates, super beautiful photos

In front of the Rosetta Stone: A must-take photo for hipsters, remember not to get in the way

Colonnade on the exterior of the British Museum: Classical, like going to Greece

Museum Map Wall: Take a picture of “I Conquered World Cultures”

🧠 Exhibition Tips
Download the Map App in advance: The museum is huge, you have to have a Plan if you don't want to get lost

Don’t see it all at once: choose the exhibition area you’re interested in and enjoy it slowly

Note the background of the exhibit: Many of the artifacts were brought back from the colonial period, and you can think about cultural belonging while viewing the exhibition

Take a tour: There are free tours, mainly in English, want to learn more can join

🛍️ Souvenir recommendation
Rosetta Stone Magnet/Tote Bag: Hipster

Ancient civilization books/models: Great gift for friends who like history

Museum-limited stationery: simple and textured design

🍽️ Nearby restaurant recommendations
Museum Tavern: English bar, famous for its fish and chips

Tea & Tattle: English afternoon tea in a quiet and comfortable environment

Wasabi: If you miss Asian flavor, you can eat sushi/bento

📝Tips
Backpacks cannot be brought into the exhibition area. Remember to store them

Exhibits are not allowed to be touched, do not turn on flash for photography

Special exhibitions require reservations, online Book positioning better

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