British Museum Shop, London

British Museum Shop, London

The British Museum boasts one of the finest museum gift shops globally, featuring an array of offerings. You can find replicas of the museum's antiquities, books on art and history, audio recordings and DVDs, reproductions of renowned paintings and drawings, educational toys and games designed to inspire children's interest in art and history, and an assortment of other items that serve as excellent souvenirs and gifts to take home, catering to various budgets. Several shops are situated throughout the British Museum complex, with the largest one located in the cylindrical library positioned in the heart of the central Great Court atrium.

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Sight Name: British Museum Shop
Sight Location: London, England (See walking tours in London)
Sight Type: Shopping

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