What to See at the British Museum, Natural History Museum and British Library

If you’re visiting London on holiday you’ll want to set aside a few days for exploring some of the city’s 300 museums. There’s a museum for every art and interest and the best bit is that most of them are free! But so many choices can be a bit overwhelming. Aside from choosing which to visit, you’ll also have to narrow down what you want to see while you’re there. Some are so large that you could easily spend a day exploring just one. The best way to maximise your time is to come up with a plan before you go. Here are some things not to miss at three of London’s top (and free) museums the Natural History Museum, the British Museum and the British Library:

Upon entering the Natural History Museum you’ll be greeted by an impressive dinosaur skeleton in the grand hall. From there you can explore plenty of rooms and areas having to do with animals and nature. This museum is particularly child free and as such, particularly busy so plan what you want to see before you get there to make the most of your time.

While it’s not strictly British in nature, the British Museum is a brilliant place for those who like to explore ancient civilisations. Some of the highlights include the Rosetta Stone which was the key to deciphering ancient hieroglyphics. It is also home to the very controversial Elgin Marbles that once were part of the Greek Parthenon. The museum also hosts a variety of special exhibits ranging for Da Vinci’s drawings to the treasures that were found in the tomb of King Tut.

The British Library is a fully functional library and any given day you will find a wide range of people using it for research, a quiet sanctuary or even to just check out a book. But it’s also got an amazing collection of historical items on display like the Magna Carta and napkins where members of the Beatles jotted down their infamous song lyrics.

These are only three of hundreds of museums waiting to be discovered in London. The only way to see as much as you can is to make a plan and do your research before your arrival. Plus it will be fun to share your knowledge with your friends and family when you are face to face with some of history’s most important objects.

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