Bramah Museum of Tea and CoffeeThe Bramah Museum is the world's first museum devoted entirely to the history of tea and coffee. It tells the commercial and social 400 year old history of two of the world's most important commodities since their arrival in Europe from the Far East and Africa.
The museum is open seven days a week from 10am to 6pm.
40 Southwark Street,
London,
SE1 1UN
British MuseumThe British Museum is one of the top two in the world and has everything you could ever wish to see. If you live in London and you've never been then you deserve a great big dry slap. Sort it out.
Great Russell Street,
Bloomsbury,
London,
WC1B 3DG
Fashion and Textile MuseumZandra Rhodes Fashion and Textile Museum is a must for fashion fans and is located on trendy Bermondsey Street. Exhibitions include outfits worn by Hollywood's great and good but as opening times can be erratic whilst reurbishment work is taking place it is best to call in advance.
83 Bermondsey Street,
Bermondsey,
London,
SE1 3XF
Imperial War MuseumDiscover the story of those who have lived, fought and died in conflict from the First World War to the present day. Learn about the conditions endured by First World War troops in The Trench Experience, explore the role of espionage in The Secret War, and find out about children who lived through evacuation and the Blitz. Interactive displays and a changing programme of temporary exhibitions make this a fascinating and absorbing day out.
The Museum also houses the acclaimed Holocaust Exhibition, and art galleries holding some of the twentieth century’s best known paintings.
Lambeth Road,
Lambeth,
London,
SE1 6HZ
Museum of Brands, Packaging and AdvertisingThe Museum of Brands is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 6pm, and 11am to 4pm on Sundays.
2 Coleville Mews,
Londsdale Road,
Notting Hill,
London,
W11 2AR
Museum of LondonEvery Londoner should take time to visit the Museum of London, which captures London's colourful history from the Great Fire of London to the present day through a variety of exhibitions and events. Free entry.
London Wall,
London,
EC2Y 5HN
Museum Of London DocklandsDiscover the history behind London’s river, port and people at the Museum Of London Docklands. Housed in an historic warehouse, the museum plays host to a variety of galleries, relics and interactive exhibitions including Sailortown, an atmospheric recreation of 19th century riverside Wapping.
West India Quay,
West India Quay,
London,
E14 4AL
National Maritime MuseumThe National Maritime Museum is the largest of its sort in the world (ha! Put that in your pipe and smoke it America!). We wouldn't want to put anyone off by banging on about war too much - so we should point out that many of the exhibits you'll find have absolutely nothing to do with bashing people and instead cover far more pleasant things like exploration and art. In short - something for everyone.
Park Row,
Greenwich,
London,
SE10 9NF
National Museum Cartoon ArtThe Cartoon Museum exhibits the very finest examples of British cartoons, caricature, and comic art from the 18th century to the present day. The Cartoon Museum is dedicated to preserving the best of British cartoons and to establishing a museum with innovative exhibitions to make the creativity of cartoon art past and present accessible to all.
35 Little Russel Street,
Bloomsbury,
London,
WC1A 2HH
Natural History MuseumThe Natural History Museum provides an intriguing view into the natural world. Discover Dinosaurs, volcanoes, creepy crawlies and precious gems in the many exhibitions including the hands on Investigate Centre where you can examine real pieces of natural history.
Cromwell Road,
South Kensington,
London,
SW7 5BD
Science MuseumTwo things; One - there are few better places to take children in London - vast numbers of interactive exhibits, shows and demonstrations mean that they'll be kept occupied for years, never mind hours.
Two - there are few better places to take adults in London - far too many entertaining exhibits, from some of the modern world’s most important inventions to objects and exhibitions from the Museum’s contemporary art collection. It's a truly fantastic place.
As from the 24th November the Science Museum is introducing a large interactive gallery for young visitors called LaunchPad where they can learn about electricity, magnetism, light and sound. This will be a permanent gallery.Exhibition Road,
South Kensington,
London,
SW7 2DD
Sir John Soane's MuseumSample the breathtaking collections here in the house of the distinguished architect with VIP 'candlelit evenings' arranged every month.13 Lincoln's Inn Fields,
London,
WC2A 3BP
Victoria and Albert MuseumSome would say that it's the greatest museum of applied and decorative arts in the world (another one in the eye for the Yanks!) - and they would quite probably be right. We're not just talking modern stuff either; oh no - some exhibitions stretch as far back in time as 1500.Cromwell Road,
South Kensington,
London,
SW7 2RL