London Science Museum

The Science Museum in London features the world's largest collection of science and technology under one roof

Galleries inside the Science Museum
Galleries inside the Science Museum cc licensed photo by lesteph

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 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

5 Star Rating I had so much fun. There are exhibits for everyone, kids and adults alike. We stayed for 2h30-3h00 and we visited maybe half. There’s places to eat and elevators if needed. It’s also very nicely placed so you can visit the national history museum and the Victoria and Albert museum at the same time. I do recommend getting tickets in advance to skip the line (they are still free). Some activities cost money though but most of the museum is free.
A Ghost - a week ago

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5 Star Rating If you're interested in science and technology, this museum is a fantastic place to explore. Entry is free, but you can choose to donate at the entrance. The exhibits cover a wide range of topics – from human biology to vehicles and major technological developments over time. On weekdays, you’ll see many school groups and students, which adds to the lively and educational atmosphere. It’s located right next to the Natural History Museum, making it easy to plan a full day of discovery in the area.Highly recommended for families, students, and especially tech enthusiasts!
Girija Rajendran - 2 weeks ago

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4 Star Rating We visited the London science museum on weekend. Tickets are recommended (they are free or you can donate), but you can also buy on the spot. It has lots of exhibits from various fields of science with a small collection and lifts for accessibility. Also has many gift shops for souvenirs. I did enjoy the flight exhibit as well as the human body one. There are also maps that will guide you. More for adults to see but has a few kid friendly exhibits too
aromal neo - a month ago

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5 Star Rating A great museum, just a short walk around the corner from the National History museum. Perfect for families and children to explore with interactive sections as well as the exhibits. Not overwhelming busy as we entered later in the afternoon. Personally I think we would have enjoyed more had we only seen one museum at a time to be able to enjoy and take it all in, especially for kids but doesn't take away from a great visit.
Emi Le - 4 weeks ago

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5 Star Rating A Hit with the Whole Family! The kids absolutely loved our visit to the Science Museum! There’s an incredible range of exhibits — from aviation and mechanics to groundbreaking healthcare inventions. Every corner had something new to explore. One of the biggest highlights was the gaming exhibition (which requires a separate ticket). The kids were wild for it — and I have to admit, I had a blast playing vintage Mario myself! It’s a perfect mix of fun and learning, and we can’t wait to go back!
TARA JONES - a week ago

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Directions

Tube Line Nearest Station Walking Time
District, Circle and Piccadilly LinesSouth Kensington Station5 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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