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Museum of London


TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #208 of 1,236 attractions in London
Traveller Description:
Step inside Museum of London for an unforgettable journey through the capital's turbulent past. The Museum is currently undergoing a major...... more » Step inside Museum of London for an unforgettable journey through the capital's turbulent past. The Museum is currently undergoing a major redevelopment, transforming the way it tells London's story from 1666 to the present day. The new modern London galleries will open in early 2010 but until then visitors can still enjoy our prehistoric, Roman and medieval London galleries, as well as events and exhibitions for all ages including London's Burning, a special exhibition which explores the Great Fire of London. Free entry. « less
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Attraction type: History museum, Museum
Address: 150 London Wall London EC2Y 5HN
England
Tel: 44 0 20 7001 9844
Fax: 44 (0)20 7600 1058

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13 Oct 2009

I liked this museum very much. Apart from being basically free, it gives you a useful overall idea of the history of this great city, starting from the primitive ages (beautiful reproductions of prehistoric houses!) on through the milestone epochs of London. I especially enjoyed the Great Fire section - which also offers many interactive features - and the Roman... more

18 Apr 2009

This is a great small museum with a fabulous collection of artifacts mostly dug up from the Thames and the surrounding streets of central London. The best thing about it is lacks all the bells and whistles of a big museum, so it is usually mercifully empty and enjoyable. The best place to go to understand the development of London.... more

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3 of 5 stars
Sunny Kent
16 Apr 2009

I spent half a day there today with my 10 and 7 year old girls and we enjoyed it and we will go back and see the bits we missed out. We did find the exhibition areas quite variable though (see below). The London's Burning section (the storey of the fire of London) was well told, with video and interactive... more

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3 of 5 stars
Melbourne
24 Mar 2009

The museum is showing its age, but if you don't mind the old fashioned type of displays and no spectacular audio visuals, it's a good snapshot of the city's history from 450,000 to the Great Fire of 1666. The collections of ancient stone tools, armoury, pottery and even bones are impressive, and the Great Fire exhibit is probably the highlight.... more

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2 of 5 stars
Los Angeles, California
24 Feb 2009

Obviously, a museum dedicated to the history of London will have lots of great material to work with. However, till the re-do is complete and open, the current museum is underwhelming in scope and presentation. It makes you realize how much museum displays, layout and technology have improved since the 1960s or 70s. If your time in London is limited,... more

4 Nov 2008
0/1 found this review helpful

Probably the worst tourist attraction in London. All the exhibits are on one floor and could easily be part of another museum. Few interesting exhibits, and took no more than 20 mins to see it all. Give it a Miss! more

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4 of 5 stars
dancoyle1
15 Jul 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

This museum is in the city, or financial area of London. I visited it on a Saturday, so the streets were free of traffic. It was an easy walk from the Moorgate tube stop. IT IS FREE. Has a nice gift shop, although as an American in 2008, my wife found the exchange rate stopped her from buying alot. The... more

16 Mar 2008

I really liked this museum, I was disappointed that about half of it was closed for renovation. Lots of interesting exhibits, the Great Fire was particularly good. Great place for kids. more

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5 of 5 stars
London, United Kingdom
16 Jan 2008
3/3 found this review helpful

London today has been totally shaped by its history - for those of you who want more than the shops and the clubs - for those of you who travel in order to understand and relate, the Museum of London is a great introduction to this fantastic city. Along with a bunch of other museums in the UK, this one... more

Nice
2 Jun 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

It is a good museum. There is quite a few item to observe. However, the museum isn't properly organise and the information about specific items isn't sufficient. Nonetheless, it gives you an indication of the history of the city. Apart, it is less than 5 minutes walk from St.Paul's Cathedral. Thus, it would ideal to included with a trip to... more

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Museum of London Address

150 London Wall, London EC2Y 5HN, England
Tel: 44 0 20 7001 9844 Fax: 44 (0)20 7600 1058