Crash Course in Archaeology at the British Museum

Unleash your inner adventurer and step into a real-life Indiana Jones-style archaeology experience at the world-famous British Museum. This immersive day of discovery is led by a qualified archaeologist and is perfect for anyone who loves history, mystery, and a good old-fashioned treasure hunt through time.

You’ll spend the day following in the footsteps of legendary explorers and relic hunters, uncovering the stories behind some of the most iconic artefacts ever discovered. As you journey through the museum’s incredible galleries, you’ll learn about daring expeditions, ancient civilisations, and the very real dangers faced by those who uncovered the past.

The morning is all about exploration. You’ll tour the museum while diving into the fascinating history of world-famous treasures such as the Rosetta Stone, the Parthenon Marbles, and the Lewis Chessmen, discovering why these objects changed our understanding of history forever.

In the afternoon, the adventure continues as you uncover how ancient languages were cracked by brilliant minds. Learn about Sumerian cuneiform, the world’s earliest written language, and even discover how to write your own name in ancient hieroglyphs. You’ll also delve into the science and secrets of archaeology, from mysterious burial sites to the clever techniques used to date ancient objects.

To top off this history-packed experience, you’ll learn how to play the Royal Game of Ur, the oldest known board game in the world, with rules deciphered by British Museum scholars themselves. It’s the perfect finishing touch to an unforgettable archaeological adventure.

This five-hour British Museum archaeology experience is ideal for history lovers and the intellectually curious, with a break for lunch so you can refuel at the museum café or bring your own. A truly unique day out that brings the ancient world thrillingly to life.

• Available on selected Saturdays and Sundays.
• This experience is for one person; there will be others there on the day.
• The minimum age is 18 years old.