Museums in London

London is a treasure trove of history and culture, with a plethora of museums, castles, and historic buildings to explore. From the iconic Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey, visitors can step back in time and experience the rich history of the city. Museums like the British Museum, National Gallery, and National Museum of Science and Industry offer a wealth of knowledge on the arts, sciences, and humanities, while historic buildings like St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament provide a glimpse into the city’s architectural heritage. With so many unique and fascinating attractions to explore, visitors will never run out of things to see and do in London.

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Visit Old Royal Naval College
Old Royal Naval College

The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich is a historic and grandiose Baroque building that served as a…

Greenwich
London
Admission fee
Visit Osterley Park and House
Osterley Park and House

Osterley Park and House: A Stately Home with a Beautiful Landscape Osterley Park and House is a magnificent…

Brentford
London
Admission fee
Visit RAF Museum London
RAF Museum London

The Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum London is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in aviation and military…

Edgeware
London
Free admission
Visit Royal Observatory Greenwich
Royal Observatory Greenwich

The Royal Observatory in Greenwich is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in astronomy, history, and science. Located…

Greenwich
London
Admission fee
Visit Science Museum – London
Science Museum – London

The Science Museum is a major museum in London, England, dedicated to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. It…

Kensington
London
Free admission
Visit Shakespeare’s Globe
Shakespeare’s Globe

Shakespeare's Globe is a reconstructed open-air theatre located in London, England. The original Globe Theatre was built in…

Bankside
London
Admission fee
Visit Southwark Cathedral
Southwark Cathedral

Southwark Cathedral is a historic and beautiful cathedral located in the heart of London's Southwark district. Visitors to…

Southwark
London
Free admission
Visit Strawberry Hill House & Garden
Strawberry Hill House & Garden

Strawberry Hill House & Garden: A Gothic Revival Masterpiece Strawberry Hill House & Garden is a stunning example…

Twickenham
London
Admission fee
Visit Syon House
Syon House

Syon House: A Fascinating Historical Gem in the Heart of London Syon House is a historic stately home…

Brentford
London
Admission fee
Visit The British Museum
The British Museum

One of the most visited museums in the UK, the British Museum explores the history of humans and…

Camden
London
Admission fee
Visit The Courtauld Gallery
The Courtauld Gallery

The Courtauld Gallery is a renowned art museum located in Somerset House, a historic building on the Strand…

Strand
London
Admission fee
Visit The Cutty Sark
The Cutty Sark

The Cutty Sark is a historic 19th-century clipper ship that is now a museum in Greenwich, London. The…

Greenwich
London
Admission fee
Visit The Dulwich Picture Gallery
The Dulwich Picture Gallery

The Dulwich Picture Gallery is an art museum in the London suburb of Dulwich. Founded in 1811, it…

Dulwich
London
Admission fee
Visit The Foundling Museum
The Foundling Museum

The Foundling Museum in London is a unique and poignant attraction that tells the story of the Foundling…

Islington
London
Admission fee
Visit The Imperial War Museum
The Imperial War Museum

Dating back to 1917 the Imperial War Museum in London was originally opened to remember the sacrifices made…

Lambeth
London
Free admission
Visit The London Transport Museum
The London Transport Museum

The London Transport Museum is a museum in London that is dedicated to the history of transportation in…

Covent Garden
London
Admission fee
Visit The MCC Museum – Lords Cricket
The MCC Museum – Lords Cricket

HRH the Duke of Edinburgh opened the MCC Museum in 1953, making it the world's oldest cricket museum.…

St Johns Wood
London
Admission fee
Visit The Museum of Brands
The Museum of Brands

The Museum of Brands, located in Notting Hill, London, is a unique destination that offers a fascinating glimpse…

Notting Hill
London
Admission fee
Visit The Museum Of London
The Museum Of London

Situated between St Pauls cathedral and the Smithfield market in London is the Museum of London. The Museum…

City of London
London
Free admission
Visit The National Gallery
The National Gallery

The National Gallery is an art museum in London, England, located on Trafalgar Square. It houses a collection…

Westminster
London
Free entry except exhibitions

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