Clink Prison Museum, London
Clink Prison Museum
Clink Prison Museum
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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 - 7:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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Neighbourhood: Southwark
Even before the arrival of the instantly iconic Shard, the riverside scene in Southwark had moved well beyond any up-and-coming phase of development. For quite some time, locals and out-of-towners alike have loved browsing the boutiques of Bermondsey High Street, foraging through the bounteous stalls at centuries old foodie haven Borough Market, and flocking to the banks of the Thames to enjoy some of Britain's biggest attractions such as Tate Modern and Shakespeare's Globe. Despite Southwark's many popular draws, instant calm can be achieved easily by turning down almost any side street. For more urban buzz, a quick stroll across famed bridges like the pedestrianized Millennium Bridge or the ever photogenic Tower Bridge yields access to the very core of Central London. And with London Bridge Station as this neighbourhood's main transportation hub, getting across town (or to anywhere in England for that matter) is a relative breeze.
How to get there
- London Bridge • 7 min walk
- Cannon St • 7 min walk
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1,725 reviews
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Terrible
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Karen G
London, UK7 contributions
May 2022 • Family
What a great museum!, really atmospheric with some fascinating items on display. Not particularly big, probably allow about an hour, but definitely worth it
Written 16 May 2022
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Amanda W
3 contributions
Apr 2022
Excellent fully emersive experience. The whole family really enjoyed it and highly recommend if your visiting London. Great value for money and really very informative. 10 0ut of 10
Written 7 May 2022
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Maximum TB
9 contributions
Apr 2022
Great fun for all the family, lots of fun informative information for kids to read and play with but also a good, accurate recount of the history of the museum - a london must see tourist attraction!
Written 3 May 2022
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Wayne b
Worcester, UK127 contributions
Apr 2022
Visited this small but excellent museum tucked away on the south bank. Good fun with lots of information and some excellent life sized diorama's to keep the kids interested. There is some reasonable graphic descriptions of torture devices so beware if you are of a nervous disposition. Reasonable value and good fun.
Written 2 May 2022
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Marmitegirl
Sicily, Italy20 contributions
Apr 2022
Visited yesterday with my 11 year old son and we loved it. The gentleman who met us was so helpful and really made my son’s day with a special search for a mouse….. such fun and good value for money plus a little bit educational too! Definitely worth a visit
Written 30 April 2022
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John R
1 contribution
Apr 2022 • Couples
Passed by chance and decided to go in. A very interesting and informative museum. Well worth the admission price.
Written 25 April 2022
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Lynne1153
Edinburgh, UK787 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
Went in here whilst in local area. £8 for an adult seemed fair as it’s not a massive museum. It is filled with lots of information and nice that you can take photos throughout. Learnt lots of information about London that I wouldn’t have known if I hadn’t gone in here. A good place to spend a little time.
Written 24 April 2022
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Ryan M
1 contribution
Apr 2022 • Couples
Really boring. Really short. Lasts about 20 minuets and there isn’t a highlight. Thought it would be like London Dungeons, which is interesting and fun and you get a lot for your money. This consists of a few old torture devises and some bad fake heads. No people in character. Go to London Dungeons unless you like boring bad experiences.
Written 18 April 2022
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paulinehall33
Birmingham, UK395 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
There is much to learn here about prison life in England hundreds of years ago. There are also an impressive range of torture instruments on display. Worth a visit.
Written 16 April 2022
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Kristen O
Tipp City, OH
Hi!
I have a four-year-old, and I’m wondering if this museum would scare her. We are very interested in visiting, but just need to know how age appropriate it is.
Thanks!
TracyStroud
Kent, UK109 contributions
I wouldn’t take a 4 year old there are heads on spikes.... I don’t like these at all...and torture equipment. I think a10 year old would love it , especially if they have seen horrible histories
David_1974_II
London2 contributions
How accessible is the museum? I understand it's not wheelchair accessible, but are there many stairs and if so, are they relatively flat / even / have handrails?
Bo F
115 contributions
The only stair is the one leading down into the museum. It is an old building so it is not a flat concrete floor. I would say that if you can get down the front stairs you can easily get around in the museum
Nashira1992
Heerlen, The Netherlands11 contributions
Do you need a creditcard to pay for the tickets that you buy online or are there other ways to pay for it like paypal?
Nicole
Zoetermeer, The Netherlands86 contributions
Je kan de kaartjes ook gewoon op locatie halen, kostte circa 6/7 pond. Ik kan mij niet voorstellen dat er een rij komt te staan bij dit museum, dus vooraf bestellen lijkt me niet echt een must.
rokasgruzauskas
London, UK
Hi today i was visiting your museum and i really enjoy it. I have a question how can i download my free photo which i did in your museum? I need your advice thank you :)
suemB8088MI
Bedford, UK14 contributions
i couldn't get mine, i gave up in the end
elainemroe
Essex, UK3 contributions
Visited the museum yesterday and really enjoyed it. Have tried to download my photo but the Image Me website doesn't appear to be up and running. Is this a temporary problem? Thank you.
miranda f
London, UK149 contributions
Do not Google the website enter in the top left hand side search bar, you will then be able to enter your ID and Pin, the website is up and running with no problems.
Terry Hodson
Bexleyheath, UK5 contributions
I think it takes about a week or so to go on there, I couldn't find it at first then it suddenly worked. Keep trying.
miranda f
London, UK149 contributions
Hi if your talking about the photo it should be visable within about ten minutes of you taking your photo.
MichelleMoore84
London, UK219 contributions
Are there bathroom facilities inside the museum?
lulu230673
Billericay, UK35 contributions
there isn't but they will direct you to a pub approx. 4 mins walk and then let you back in, the pub is very friendly and let us use the facilities twice without buying a drink.
How much would it be for two adults on Sunday?
miranda f
London, UK149 contributions
Hello,
Our adult tickets are £7.50 each this includes a free downloadable photo.
Hope you enjoy your vist.
Frequently Asked Questions about Clink Prison Museum
- Clink Prison Museum is open:
- Mon - Fri 10:00 - 18:00
- Sat - Sun 10:00 - 19:30
- We recommend booking Clink Prison Museum tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 17 Clink Prison Museum tours on Tripadvisor
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