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London Museum Guide
There is no-where quite like London for a well-told story of the past. Museums, theatres, galleries, cultural sites, fantastic eateries and an abundance of beautiful parks are all part of this vibrant city. Museums in the city are mainly free of charge (sometimes there is a fee for some of the visiting exhibitions). Please contact the institutions for further up to date information on current and future exhibitions to avoid disappointment.
The Victoria and Albert Museum, on Cromwell Road in Kensington, has recently been renovated to the tune of €34 million and is now a now a major exhibition space. The museum is home to a massive variety of old paintings, fancy clothing, furniture and literature and examples of fine British craftwork. Chippendale, Wedgwood, Dickens and are joined by fantastic visiting exhibits that vary from season to season. Other museums in the V&A family include the Museum of Childhood and The Theatre Museum.
+44 (0) 207 942 2000
Museum of London, located at the London Wall, is a great way to get to know part of the history of the city. From the Romans right through to the 20th century, one can see fascinating displays of the progression of London as a city. Of the 1.5 million objects in the museum, there are sure to be many that will intrigue every visitor.
+44 (0) 207 600 3699
The British Museum, located on Great Russell Street, is a massive exhibition space of cultural treasures from around the world. The museum has the largest collection of Egyptian material outside of Cairo and the ancient Greeks, Japanese, Africans, Romans and other cultures are all represented here in what is a treasure trove of world artefacts. Visiting exhibits add to this most comprehensive collection, please check with the museum for further information.
+44 (0) 207 323 8299
The Imperial War Museum, London, located on the Lambeth Road, is an exploration into the wars and conflicts that have marred the world in recent centuries. Expect to see exhibits on World War I and II, the Holocaust and a gallery devoted to people giving their accounts of Crimes Against Humanity. This is not always a nice museum to visit; some visitors may be disturbed by what they see. Please check with the institution for further information on the exhibitions.
+44 (0) 207 416 5000
The Natural History Museum, located on Cromwell Road, is a fantastic place for families to visit with 'live' moving dinosaurs (Tyrannosaurus Rex), earthquakes, erupting volcanoes, rocks of the planet and a wildlife garden just outside the museum. Children are invited to explore the exhibits and enjoy special discovery guides and opportunities to touch and discover the displays for themselves. Please contact the NHM for further information on the exhibits.
+44 (0) 207 942 5011
The Tower of London, home to the crown jewels, survived the bombings in World War II and is still looking great after centuries of 'protecting' the city. There are more than 11 Towers bursting with interesting artefacts. From the dazzling Crown Jewels to execution rooms and the Bloody Tower (where two child princes were executed, probably at the behest of their uncle) The Tower of London is an excellent way to step into what was the, often gruesome, past of the city. The famous Yeoman Warders, better known as Beefeaters direct and guide visitors, explaining the significance of the Tower relative to the history of the country.
+44 (0) 870 756 6060
Dennis Severs’ House, located on Folgate Street, is a totally different museum experience. Suspend disbelief and step into a 'real life' 18th century house complete with the sounds, smells and the 'presence' of the dwellers. This is a brilliantly executed work of art by Dennis Severs and should definitely be on the 'to do' list when visiting the city (not suitable for children).
+44 (0) 207 247 4013
Please check with the local tourist office for updates and information:
Britain and London Visitor Centre (BLVC)
1 Lower Regent St, SW1
Tube: Piccadilly Circus
+44 (0) 870 156 6366
The Victoria and Albert Museum, on Cromwell Road in Kensington, has recently been renovated to the tune of €34 million and is now a now a major exhibition space. The museum is home to a massive variety of old paintings, fancy clothing, furniture and literature and examples of fine British craftwork. Chippendale, Wedgwood, Dickens and are joined by fantastic visiting exhibits that vary from season to season. Other museums in the V&A family include the Museum of Childhood and The Theatre Museum.
+44 (0) 207 942 2000
Museum of London, located at the London Wall, is a great way to get to know part of the history of the city. From the Romans right through to the 20th century, one can see fascinating displays of the progression of London as a city. Of the 1.5 million objects in the museum, there are sure to be many that will intrigue every visitor.
+44 (0) 207 600 3699
The British Museum, located on Great Russell Street, is a massive exhibition space of cultural treasures from around the world. The museum has the largest collection of Egyptian material outside of Cairo and the ancient Greeks, Japanese, Africans, Romans and other cultures are all represented here in what is a treasure trove of world artefacts. Visiting exhibits add to this most comprehensive collection, please check with the museum for further information.
+44 (0) 207 323 8299
The Imperial War Museum, London, located on the Lambeth Road, is an exploration into the wars and conflicts that have marred the world in recent centuries. Expect to see exhibits on World War I and II, the Holocaust and a gallery devoted to people giving their accounts of Crimes Against Humanity. This is not always a nice museum to visit; some visitors may be disturbed by what they see. Please check with the institution for further information on the exhibitions.
+44 (0) 207 416 5000
The Natural History Museum, located on Cromwell Road, is a fantastic place for families to visit with 'live' moving dinosaurs (Tyrannosaurus Rex), earthquakes, erupting volcanoes, rocks of the planet and a wildlife garden just outside the museum. Children are invited to explore the exhibits and enjoy special discovery guides and opportunities to touch and discover the displays for themselves. Please contact the NHM for further information on the exhibits.
+44 (0) 207 942 5011
The Tower of London, home to the crown jewels, survived the bombings in World War II and is still looking great after centuries of 'protecting' the city. There are more than 11 Towers bursting with interesting artefacts. From the dazzling Crown Jewels to execution rooms and the Bloody Tower (where two child princes were executed, probably at the behest of their uncle) The Tower of London is an excellent way to step into what was the, often gruesome, past of the city. The famous Yeoman Warders, better known as Beefeaters direct and guide visitors, explaining the significance of the Tower relative to the history of the country.
+44 (0) 870 756 6060
Dennis Severs’ House, located on Folgate Street, is a totally different museum experience. Suspend disbelief and step into a 'real life' 18th century house complete with the sounds, smells and the 'presence' of the dwellers. This is a brilliantly executed work of art by Dennis Severs and should definitely be on the 'to do' list when visiting the city (not suitable for children).
+44 (0) 207 247 4013
Please check with the local tourist office for updates and information:
Britain and London Visitor Centre (BLVC)
1 Lower Regent St, SW1
Tube: Piccadilly Circus
+44 (0) 870 156 6366
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