Suggestions for Museum near Westminster, London

Charles P. • February 6, 2022Obviously one of the best art collections in the world. Well curated and displayed, lately many highly popular interesting exhibitions.

Mia B. • August 9, 2014Amazing exhibitions. The food at the restaurant is also quite nice.

Catherine M. • October 24, 2014Love their cafe/restaurant Very chilled atmosphere with good selection of drinks & cakes. Try the cranberry, apple, cucumber cooler.

Thomas W. • June 4, 2013Impressive! Great museum, free entry. I had definitely too little time and will come back for sure!

Lisa N. • September 24, 2017Fantastic museum. WW1 exhibition in particular was very immersive and informative. Can't believe it's free!

Peeyapat R. • October 4, 2013absolutely inspiring. brilliant use of space for perfect natural lighting.

Matt T. • September 12, 2014A little pricey but totally worth it for transport nerds. Easily a few hours entertainment wandering round the generally quiet exhibitions. Lots of original vehicles and some brilliant models.

Ieva A. • March 6, 2016A lovely gallery. Temporary exhibitions change frequently and you can always go back for the permanent one. Absolutely favourite! It is not free though.

Guy C. • April 14, 2018Fantastic little venue. Wonderful exhibition. Worth checking out when it’s in season

B • October 30, 2018Wide range of collections

H R. • September 25, 2014Free entry with lots of good exhibits. Good to take a sketchbook here and spend the morning. The people are great to speak to. Small museum but lots to see.

Nat G. • April 11, 2011Lots of pickled dissected things and surgical instruments; not for the faint-hearted but fantastic for fans of the macabre and unusual!

Kristen D. • November 9, 2011The bar at the Ri is a fab place for a cocktail and a decent bite to eat. In the evenings you can get a lovely platter to share whilst at lunch time they do great British gastro pub style dishes.

Ana V. • March 14, 2015Lovely to have a walk just enjoying the views

Philip G. • August 10, 2013Some fascinating props and costumes from the movies and FREE ADMISSION! The coffee bar downstairs is well worth a look too.

Jose L. • February 12, 2015Supposed to be the queen's personal gallery, it's open to public, it consist in mainly two exhibitions, it's located at the left side of the Buckingham palace, so if you are already there stop by.

Galal G. • June 8, 2017An amazing collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts..absolutely packed! Free & strongly recommended to visit..

Zara • February 5, 2015Fun and scary half day out. Jack the Ripper exhibit is very good. Book online in advance for good discounts. Great for groups.

Cheyenne Y. • February 7, 2018Beautiful building, free tour was amazing, definitely worth a visit.

Feliza O. • January 23, 2015Wonderful place to know more about Dr Johnson. The staff there are all volunteers and the entrance Fees are used to manage the place.

Carl G. • June 20, 2016Excellent art exhibitions. The Japanese roof garden is delightful.

Gordon W. • November 21, 2010A hidden gem. Bit faded grandure but the artworks were a pleasant surprise.

Jeanette M. • October 31, 2022The mail rail is without a doubt the best bit and it’s worth the entire entrance fee! The exhibition is very kid-friendly. It’s 1H - 1H 30 min experience in total.

Victoria R. • March 8, 2014Lovely cafe at the rear of the museum. Very interesting museum with some items from Dickens' life. Rooms dressed as they would have been when he lived there.

Jacques • September 3, 2018The Vault is a museum in the basement of the Hard Rock Cafe Shop dedicated to rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia. The building used to be Coutts bank and the displays are locked behind the old vault doors.

Mia B. • August 9, 2014The art is excellent. Usually quieter than National Gallery. The cafe is also a good meeting place.

Mike D. • November 14, 2013Great experience! Do not miss this house. And have a chat with the knowledgable staff - very friendly!

Lisa N. • September 24, 2017Fantastic museum. Allow at least 1.5 hours to do it justice. Best to book tickets online so you don't have to queue.

HISTORY UK • February 10, 2011This ex Royal Navy sloop escorted Atlantic convoys in WW2. Since 1948 she’s been moored here as HQ of the Honourable Company of Master Mariners, and includes a museum and library.

Lina B. • April 30, 2017Great for nurses and anyone fascinated to learn about how the field has evolved. Outside of the St Thomas hospital. Nice little souvenir shop inside to grab a few trinkets.