London | Things to do

London is home to some of the world’s most famous museums, many of which are free to visit! Here are the must-see ones:

History & Archaeology Museums
  • British Museum (Free) – A treasure trove of human history, featuring the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, and the Elgin Marbles.
  • Museum of London (Free) – Tells the story of London, from Roman times to the present day.
  • Imperial War Museum (Free) – Covers Britain’s military history, including the World Wars and the Holocaust.
  • Churchill War Rooms (Paid) – The underground bunker where Winston Churchill directed WWII operations.
  • The Royal Observatory Greenwich (Paid) – Home of the Prime Meridian, offering stunning views of the city.
  • British Museum (Free) – A treasure trove of human history, featuring the Rosetta Stone, Egyptian mummies, and the Elgin Marbles.
  • Museum of London (Free) – Tells the story of London, from Roman times to the present day.
  • Imperial War Museum (Free) – Covers Britain’s military history, including the World Wars and the Holocaust.
  • Churchill War Rooms (Paid) – The underground bunker where Winston Churchill directed WWII operations.
  • The Royal Observatory Greenwich (Paid) – Home of the Prime Meridian, offering stunning views of the city.
Art Museums & Galleries
  • National Gallery (Free) – Home to masterpieces by Van Gogh, Da Vinci, and Turner.
  • Tate Modern (Free) – A contemporary art powerhouse with works by Picasso, Warhol, and Rothko.
  • Tate Britain (Free) – Features classic British art, including Turner and Hockney.
  • Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) (Free) – Dedicated to design, fashion, and decorative arts.
  • The Wallace Collection (Free) – A hidden gem filled with fine art, furniture, and armour.
Unusual & Niche Museums
  • Sir John Soane’s Museum (Free) – A quirky collection of art and antiques inside a historic house.
  • The Postal Museum (Paid) – Includes a ride on London’s old underground mail train!
  • The Sherlock Holmes Museum (Paid) – A must-visit for fans of Arthur Conan Doyle’s detective, located at 221B Baker Street.
Art Museums & Galleries
  • National Gallery (Free) – Home to masterpieces by Van Gogh, Da Vi
  • Science Museum (Free) – Interactive exhibits on space, medicine, and technology.
  • Natural History Museum (Free) – Famous for its dinosaur skeletons and the giant blue whale in the main hall.
  • Design Museum (Free for permanent collection) – A must-visit for lovers of design, architecture, and innovation.
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  • Tate Modern (Free) – A contemporary art powerhouse with works by Picasso, Warhol, and Rothko.
  • Tate Britain (Free) – Features classic British art, including Turner and Hockney.
  • Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A) (Free) – Dedicated to design, fashion, and decorative arts.
  • The Wallace Collection (Free) – A hidden gem filled with fine art, furniture, and armour.