London is home to some of the best museums on the planet and they are a popular attraction for visitors the world over. When compiling this list, it was hard to keep it short as there are so many varied and interesting museums to visit.
All the best museums in London offer tours for visitors, and it is worth checking online first if you will need to pre-book, as some tours are quite popular but have only limited spaces.
British Museum
Founded in 1753 The British Museum is the first national public museum in the world. Since its inception admission has been free and currently, they host around 6million visitors annually.
For anyone visiting London with an interest in history, a short expedition to the British Museum is a must. There are plenty of free tours and activities to participate in during your visit, with special exhibitions being arranged throughout the year.
There is also on-site cafés and restaurants for visitors needing a pit-stop to refuel.
- Price – FREE
- Address – Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3DG
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum has exhibitions covering a wide range of topics and interests, from the depths of the ocean to the vast voids of space. Receiving 5million visitors a year, the museum boasts a collection of over 80million specimens covering billions of years.
Hosting many events and parties for both children and adults throughout the year, the museum offers activities for all interests and ages. Currently, they are playing host to Luke Jerram’s ‘Museum of the Moon,’ having installed his incredibly detailed moon recreation, created from highly detailed NASA imagery.
- Price – FREE
- Address – Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD
Science Museum
Receiving 3million visitors a year, the Science Museum is an impressive monument dedicated to the history of human achievement. Lovers of local history should visit the Linbury Gallery, dedicated to the history and rise of London as a global marketplace.
Anyone interested in any aspect of science or engineering will love the Science Museum, with displays ranging from robotics and space travel to computing and medicine. The museum offers a range of tours and activities for visitors to participate in.
- Price – FREE
- Address – Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2DD
Museum of the Order of St. John
Located in central London, the Museum of the Oder of St. John tells the story of the religious military faction turned care givers as St. John Ambulance. Showcasing over 900 years of development, art, and history the museum offers many learning activities and trails for visitors.
Particularly popular are the short, guided, tours through the Priory Church and crypt, but full 80-minute-long guided tours are also available on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. It is worth noting that tours are first come first served and have a maximum capacity for 15 visitors.
- Price – FREE
- Address – St Johns Lane, London, EC1M 4DA
The Magic Circle
The Magic Circle offers something slightly different from your run of the mill museum experience. The Magic Circle houses the world’s most prominent magic society and offers events and open days to the public regularly.
Most popular are the history and mystery tours, and Monday morning magic, allowing users to tour the HQ, experience some up close and personal magic and enjoy a show to end.
Unlike the other museums on this list however, clients should note that booking is only through the official website and drop in visits aren’t allowed.
- Price – £19.50 (History &. Mystery)
- Address – 12 Stephenson Way, London, NW1 2HD
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