London Science Museum
The Science Museum in London features the world's largest collection of science and technology under one roof
The Science Museum in London receives over 3 million visitors every year and boasts a collection exceeding 300,000 items. Some notable items include the oldest steam locomotive still in existence, some of the oldest remaining steam engines, the very first jet engine, a prototype of a 10,000 year clock, a reconstruction of the first model of DNA and much, much more. There are also many hands on interactive displays as well as an IMAX 3D theatre.
The Science Museum is divided into numerous galleries on seven levels which cover an extensive range of subjects, both historical and looking into the future, so there is something of interest for everyone.
This museum is located on Exhibition Road adjacent to both the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Natural History Museum, so you may want to consider making it a museum day and visiting them while in the area.
Since the Science Museum is a public museum it has free admission to all of its permanent exhibits making it a great place to visit, even if you are travelling on a budget. There is a charge for the IMAX 3D theatre, simulators and special exhibitions.
The museum is open daily except on December 24-26th.
For more information about the Science Museum please visit their official site link below.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: No, except for IMAX Theatre, simulators and special exhibitions.London Science Museum Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 2DD, UK
Phone: 0330 058 0058
Official Website: London Science Museum
London Science Museum Reviews
Rated out of 5
Outstanding museum! If you like science related content, this is a must! A lot of interactive exhibits for kids, which is good to keep them entertained. Good food options at the cafe and great gift shop. Strongly recommend a full day visit.
Raphael Brescia - in the last week
Must visit. When with children visit on a different day just for the Kids Wonderland - it is a separate entrance fee on the third (I think) floor. A good three hours are needed there! Worth it with many shows every 30-40 minutes. Also, the below ground level as a lovely interactive learning play area for children under 6- they will love it.
Best to visit on a week day and in off peak season!
Sazan M. Mandalawi - 2 weeks ago
Amazing museum with a ton of activities for kids. Recommended for all parents to bring their kids to get them inspired and amazed.
All ages will have fun exploring all aspects of science.
Would recommend reserving 2 hours to make a proper tour.
Prateek Singh - a month ago
It is an amazing Museum if you like science.
You have a lot of space stuff, clockwork area, machines engines and Medicine stuff.
There is always a special exhibition and they are really good.
The shops are good to find interesting gifts for science geeks.
I do fully recommend it, I honestly go for fun and never disappoint.
Even if the entry is free, you need to book in advance the free tickets, if you don't have one you can always book it before you enter (they have qr codes to book at the moment).
It is next to the National History Museum and in front of the Victoria and Albert Museum, so you can kind of jump from one Museum to another (even if you really need a lot of time to spend in all of them).
Kaye Ratia - a month ago
What a fantastic museum for everyone, young and old! We didn't go up to the Wonderlab as it's for children over 7 but I've heard it's amazing. Our two kids (both under 3) loved the interactive/sensory playground in the basement, as well as the Beautiful Planet exhibit and trains, planes, automobiles and tech on the ground floor main halls. It's free admission, you simply need to book - however, to get access to some of the areas, like the Power Up interactive gaming console gallery in the basement, you will need to pay for access (I think it's £12 for a day pass). Really worth it.
Eva S. - a week ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| District, Circle and Piccadilly Lines | South Kensington Station | 5 MInutes |
How to get to London Science Museum by Tube
From South Kensington Station follow the underground walkway by the ticket barrier which comes out at the entrance to the Science Museum.
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