About Treasures Tour
18 August – 26 September 2025: Treasures Gallery closed for planned maintenance.
Once we reopen, you'll be able to explore some of the world's most exciting, beautiful and significant books, maps and manuscripts in our permanent exhibition with one of our Treasures Tours. When we reopen the tours will be available on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays as usual. Check back here for tour dates.
The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.
Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.
Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.
There are fewer items in the gallery at the moment due to ongoing maintenance.
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Concessions
There are a range of concessions available. These include discounts for students and under 26s, free entry for carers as well as a number of other concessions.
Private tours
If you would like to book a private tour for your group, this can be arranged to suit you. Private tours are charged at £125.00 per group (maximum 15 individuals, incl. VAT) and are available Monday – Friday. Email visits-tours@bl.uk to book.
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