General admission – London Museum
Book your free ticket today and be among the first to discover London's story through one of the world's greatest city collections.
Step inside our new home at Smithfield and uncover thousands of years of London's history, from prehistoric beginnings to the present day.
You’ll be able to explore our galleries, follow themed tours and encounter remarkable, never-before-seen objects.
Beyond the galleries, stay for unique food experiences, shopping and a programme that brings the museum to life from day into night.
Entry is free, and walk-ups are welcome, but don't risk missing out. Pre-booking is strongly recommended to guarantee your entry, particularly during our opening weeks.
Book your free ticket today and begin your London Museum journey.
Need to know
We are open daily from 10am – 6pm, Sunday to Thursday. And to reflect the capital’s 24-hour spirit, we’re keeping the doors open late every Friday and Saturday, from 10am – 11pm, giving you even more time to explore London’s stories and sounds.
Find us at London Museum, General Market, West Smithfield, London, EC1A 9AG.
The closest stations are Farringdon (Elizabeth line, Thameslink, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan), Barbican (Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan) and St Paul's (Central).
Lots of bus routes also stop within a short walk of the museum, including 4, 8, 25, 46, 56, 63, 100, 172, 242, 521.
London Museum has been designed with access in mind. Step-free entrances and spacious lifts allow you to easily move around the museum.
There are accessible toilets, self-contained cubicles for all genders and baby changing facilities on each floor of the museum, plus a fully equipped Changing Places Toilet on the Ground Floor.
More comprehensive information, including details about relaxed openings, accessible tours, access facilities and equipment and sensory maps, will be available on our website soon.
Hungry for more? We’ve got you covered.
Grab a coffee or artisanal hot chocolate in the historic Temperance Cocoa Rooms, take a seat for all-day dining at Clerk's House or stay on for a tipple (or two) at Bartholomew’s.
In around lunchtime? Discover the next generation of culinary talent at The Roost, a rotating residency showcasing some of the city's most exciting food concepts… but be quick about it, when it's gone, it’s gone!
You can’t forget about the shop. With so many London artists and makers working alongside the museum, there's always something new to take home with you.