7 Must-Visit FREE Museums in London

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Tuesday, July 30, 2019

London is every tourist’s top destination. It is home to beautiful attractions that could not be missed on your London trip. Your amazing experience in London begins the time you step out of the airplane. From the architectural marvel Big Ben, the famous London Eye, the grand Buckingham Palace to beautiful St. Paul’s Cathedral, London has got it all for you. For people who love history and art, worry not, for it is home to a number of museums. Read on to know our picks to some of the best and top museums you can visit on your London trip.

British Museum

When talking about museums in London, the one that should be on the list is the famous British Museum. Founded in the year 1753, this museum is home to a large collection that spans over two millions of human history. You find some of the world-famous objects, including Parthenon sculptures, Rosetta Stone, and not to forget the Egyptian mummies.

Entry – Free

Opening House – 10.00am – 5.30pm daily. Open late on Fridays until 8.30pm.

Natural History Museum

Another one coming to the list is the Natural History Museum. As the name suggests, it is the iconic building that is home to over 80 million natural specimens, including star specimens like Hope (25-metre blue whale) that hangs down from the ceiling. It is also home to dinosaurs. One of the greatest aspects of this museum is that it has a programme of temporary exhibitions that includes its renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition.

Entry – Free

Opening Hours – 10.00am – 5.50pm daily. Open till late on the last Friday of each month. Closed from 24^th to 26^th December.

National Gallery

You are bound to fall in love with this National Gallery for it will let you explore and witness the European art story. It is home to some of the masterpieces including works of Leonardo Da Vinci, Botticelli, Gainsborough, Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Turner, and Renoir. This museum also has guided tourists and audio guides in multiple languages.

Entry – Free

Opening Hours – 10 am to 6 pm daily, and Friday 10 am to 9 pm

Science Museum

The most visited museum in London is the Science Museum. It is home to more than 15000 objects on display that also includes world-famous Stephenson’s Rocket and Apollo 10 command capsule. They have interactive galleries that let you experience first scientific principles and contemporary science debates. Apart from this, you can even experience to fly with the Red Arrows and enter into space on an Apollo space mission, all thanks to the 3D and 4D simulators.

Entry – Free

Opening Hours – 10.00am – 6.00pm daily

Victoria and Albert Museum

If art, design, and performance amaze you, then Victoria and Albert Museum is just the right destination. It represents over 3000 years of human creativity with a large collection. This Museum has gone through renewal, restoration, and expansion. The major highlights of the same include the exhibition space designed by AL_A architects, the new Exhibition Road Quarter entrance and not to miss the Jewellery gallery where you get to witness the marvelous Queen Victoria’s sapphire and diamond coronet.

Entry – Free

Opening Hours – 10 am to 5.45 daily, 10 am to 10 pm on Friday and closed on 24, 25 and 26 December.

Museum of London

Delve deep into the history and past of this capital by visiting this famous Museum of London. As you enter you get a glimpse of London in a new light, how Romans and Saxons changed this city, the prehistoric London, examines how London was ravaged by fire, civil wars, and plague. Do not forget to venture into the Galleries of Modern London where you get to walk the Victoria London streets.

Entry – Free

Opening hours – 10:00 am to 6:00 pm daily and Closed from 24^th to 26^th December

IWM London: Imperial War Museum London

The best way to delve deep into the history of London is by visiting this famous IWM London: Imperial War Museum London. It was founded during the First World War and offers a glimpse into the world where people were forced to live their lives, which were torn by conflict. Spread over six floors, the museum houses a large collection of objects including photographs, uniforms, and weapons to vehicles.

Entry – Free

Opening Hours – 10 am to 6 pm and closed from 24^th to 26^th December

While you are still wondering the top places to visit in London , how about you visit these famous museums and get a glimpse of London’s history. Book your international tour with SOTC at attractive rates.