London Connection1Bank of England Museum
- Address
- Bartholomew Ln, London EC2R 8AH
- Phone
- +44 20 3461 5545
- Website
- bankofengland.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 10 AM-5 PM · Sat–Sun Closed
Best Museums in London
Museums in London tell the story of the area and beyond, with many offering free entry and family activities. Below you will find our selection of 10 museums in London, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right museum, typical prices and answers to common questions.
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10 Museums in London
2Guildhall Art Gallery
- Address
- Guildhall Yard, London EC2V 5AE
- Phone
- +44 20 7332 3700
- Website
- thecityofldn.com
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM-5 PM
3Dr Johnson's House
- Address
- 17 Gough Square, London EC4A 3DE
- Phone
- +44 20 7353 3745
- Website
- drjohnsonshouse.org
- Opening hours
- Mon Closed · Tue–Sat 11 AM-5 PM · Sun Closed
4London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE
- Address
- 12 Walbrook, London EC4N 8AA
- Phone
- +44 20 7330 7500
- Website
- londonmithraeum.com
- Opening hours
- Mon Closed · Tue–Sat 10 AM-6 PM · Sun 12-5 PM
5Museum of London Docklands
- Address
- No 1, West India Quay, Hertsmere Rd, London E14 4AL
- Phone
- +44 20 7001 9844
- Website
- museumoflondon.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon Closed · Tue–Sat 10 AM-6 PM · Sun 12-5 PM
6London Transport Museum
- Address
- London WC2E 7BB
- Phone
- +44 343 222 5000
- Website
- ltmuseum.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM-5 PM
7Science Museum
- Address
- Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2DD
- Phone
- +44 330 058 0058
- Website
- sciencemuseum.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Wed 10 AM-6 PM · Thu 12-6 PM · Fri–Sun 10 AM-6 PM
8HMS Belfast
- Address
- The Queen's Walk, London SE1 2JH
- Phone
- +44 20 7940 6300
- Website
- iwm.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM-6 PM
9The Clink Prison Museum
- Address
- 1 Clink St, London SE1 9DG
- Phone
- +44 20 7403 0900
- Website
- clink.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM-6 PM
10The Golden Hinde
- Address
- St Mary Overie's Dock, Cathedral St, London SE1 9DE
- Phone
- +44 20 7403 0123
- Website
- goldenhinde.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon–Sun 10 AM-6 PM
How to choose a museum in London
- Many London museums are free; donations are welcome.
- Check opening days as smaller museums may close on Mondays.
- Look for late openings and special exhibitions.
- Family trails and activities run in school holidays.
Checks and regulation: Many museums are run by the council or charitable trusts.
How much does a museum cost in London?
Most national museums are free; special exhibitions £10–£25. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Museums across London
London is made up of 32 boroughs plus the City of London. The museums above are spread across the capital; use the borough guides below to find options closer to home.
Museums by borough
- Museums in Barnet
- Museums in Bromley
- Museums in Camden
- Museums in Greenwich
- Museums in Hackney
- Museums in Hillingdon
- Museums in Hounslow
- Museums in Islington
- Museums in Kensington and Chelsea
- Museums in Lambeth
- Museums in Merton
- Museums in Richmond upon Thames
- Museums in Southwark
- Museums in Tower Hamlets
- Museums in Westminster
Frequently asked questions
Are museums in London free?
Many are; check each museum's website.
Are museums open on Mondays?
Most major museums open daily; smaller ones may close.
Do I need to book?
Free entry often does not need booking, but popular exhibitions do.
Listings are compiled from public business information. Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.