London Connection1The Musical Museum
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying
- Address
- 399 Brentford High Street, London, TW8 0DU
- Phone
- +44 20 8560 8108
- Website
- musicalmuseum.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sun 00:00-24:00
Best Museums in Hounslow, London
Museums in Hounslow tell the story of the area and beyond, with many offering free entry and family activities. Below you will find our selection of 8 museums in Hounslow, 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.
8listed
2with phone number
7with website
5open on Sundays
1open 24 hours
8 Museums in Hounslow
2Kempton Steam Museum
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying
- Address
- Kempton Park Waterworks, Snakey Lane, London, TW13 6XH
- Phone
- +44 1932 765328
- Website
- kemptonsteam.org
- Opening hours
- Mar 18-Nov 19: Sun 10:30-16:00
3London Museum of Water and Steam
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying
- Address
- Green Dragon Lane, London, TW8 0EN
- Website
- waterandsteam.org.uk
- Opening hours
- Thu-Sun 10:00-16:00 · Jul 22-Aug 28 Wed 10:00-16:00 · SH 10:00-16:00
4Hogarth's House
- Address
- Hogarth Lane, London, W4 2QN
- Website
- hogarthshouse.org
- Opening hours
- Tue-Sun 12:00-17:00 · Bank holidays 12:00-17:00 · Dec 24-26 closed · Jan 01 closed · easter closed
5Boston Manor
- Address
- Boston Manor Road, London, TW8 9JX
- Website
- bostonmanorhouse.org
6Chiswick House
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying
- Website
- chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk
- Opening hours
- May-Oct Thu-Sun 11:00-16:00
7Gunnersbury Park Museum
- Website
- visitgunnersbury.org
8Toll House
How to choose a museum in Hounslow
- 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 Hounslow?
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 Hounslow
Hounslow covers neighbourhoods such as Hounslow, Chiswick, Brentford, Isleworth, Feltham, Heston, Cranford, Osterley (postcodes TW3, TW4, TW5, TW7, TW8, TW13, TW14, W4). The museums listed on this page are located in or around TW8, TW13, W4. Getting around is easy thanks to the Piccadilly and District lines, South Western Railway and quick links to Heathrow. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Museums in nearby boroughs
Frequently asked questions
Are museums in Hounslow 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 and OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). 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.