The British Museum, located in the Bloomsbury area of London, United Kingdom, is a public institution dedicated to human history, art and culture.
Museum entrances
The Great Russell Street entrance has 12 steps with a handrail.
There are self-operable lifts on both sides of the steps.
There is level access at the Montague Place entrance.
Lifts and access to galleries
The majority of galleries and all special exhibitions are fully accessible.
Free plans of the Museum are available in the Great Court, these show the location of lifts.
Parking for disabled people
There are a limited number of parking spaces available for disabled visitors to the Museum. These need to be booked in advance.
Accessible toilets
Please note that the Museum’s toilet facilities are currently being improved. During these works, some toilets that are marked on the map will be unavailable. For the latest list of toilet locations, ask at the Information Desk in the Great Court on the day of your visit.
There are accessible toilets in the Great Court, the Ford Centre for Young Visitors, the Clore Education Centre and to the north of Room 66.
Borrow a wheelchair
Wheelchairs are available at both entrances to borrow for your visit.
Unfortunately the Museum cannot provide assistance around the Museum for wheelchair users.
Companion tickets to all exhibitions and events are free of charge.
Guide and assistance dogs
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome. Dog bowls are available.
Ask at the Information Desk in the Great Court.
Seating
There are benches and stools in the Great Court. Seating is available in selected galleries.
Concessions for exhibitions
Concessions for paying exhibitions are available for disabled visitors. A companion ticket is also provided free of charge. Some paying exhibitions have designated opening times for disabled visitors.
