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    Madame Tussauds London

    Meet lifelike wax figures of your favorite stars, world leaders, and superheroes at Madame Tussauds London.
    from £ 29

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    British Museum entrance with columns and sculptures, London, UK.
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    The British Museum

    Explore the British Museum's global cultures. Dive into traditions and enjoy British afternoon tea at the Great Court Restaurant. Sip tea, savor sandwiches, sweet treats, and scones with cream and jam. Opt for Prosecco to elevate your experience!
    from £ 4

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    Moco Museum London

    See bold modern art by Banksy, Warhol, and Kusama at Moco Museum, a hub of contemporary creativity.
    from £ 16.80

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    Natural History Museum entrance in London.

    Natural History Museum

    Home to one of the world’s largest natural history collections, this museum wows with dinosaurs, dazzling crystals, and a legendary blue whale. Experience an earthquake, touch a real meteorite, and step back in time through fascinating exhibits. Free entry—upgrade with special exhibitions and expert-led guided tours!
    from £ 7.50

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    Paddington Bear Experience

    Explore Paddington Bear's world in London, in this multi-room, immersive experience that takes you through familiar locations, stories, and gameplay. Celebrate, make merry, and get your pictures clicked with Paddington himself!
    from £ 27.20

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    Royal Museums Greenwich entrance with visitors in London.

    Royal Museums Greenwich

    Journey through time and discover the rich maritime history of London at the Royal Museums Greenwich. With a day pass, gain access to iconic attractions like the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark, The National Maritime Museum, and The Queen's House.
    from £ 46.77

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    Warwick Castle with river reflection and autumn trees in Warwick, England.

    Warwick Castle

    Journey back in time at Warwick Castle, a medieval gem with 1,100 years of history. Explore its battlements, dungeons, and lush gardens. Discover exclusive Warwick Castle tickets for a grand adventure!
    from £ 22

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    Visitors taking a selfie at Central Perk set during The Friends Experience tour.

    The Friends Experience

    Visit The Friends Experience in London, for an exclusive throwback of the popular sitcom. From its funky sets, iconic props like the orange couch, and the fountain to digging out intriguing trivia about the hit show, see it all!
    from £ 24

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    Tate Britain entrance with neoclassical columns and red banners, London.

    Tate Britain Tickets

    Discover the captivating story of British art at Tate Britain. From iconic masterpieces by Turner and Millais to cutting-edge contemporary works, explore centuries of creativity within its historic walls. 1 Immerse yourself in a journey through British artistic identity and innovation.
    from £ 18

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    National Gallery London

    Explore this collection to visit the National Gallery in London, home to a vast collection of European paintings from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Discover masterpieces by renowned artists and enjoy a cultural journey through art history. Book your tickets now for an enriching experience.
    from £ 6

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    Churchill’s hidden headquarters: A must-visit London historical site

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    • London has 14 National Museums and over 250 registered art installations that are home to the Ancient Egypt collection, dinosaur exhibitions, First World War Galleries, paintings, sculptures, metalwork, and textiles. This makes it the go-to place for aesthetes across the globe.
    • The most popular museums in London are: 
      • British Museum: A British Museum London tour presents a collection of human history, art and culture with over eight million permanent collections.
      • Natural History Museum: The National History Museum is a science museum of natural history collections of animals, plants, fungi, ecosystems, geology, palaeontology, climatology, and more. They also include interactive experiences to explore natural history. 
      • Royal Museums Greenwich: Royal Museums of Greenwich gives four museums in Greenwich, namely, the National Maritime Museum, Queen's House, Royal Observatory, and Cutty Sark. The Royal Museums Greenwich tickets give you access to the National Maritime Museum, the Royal Observatory, Cutty Sark and the Queen's House.
      • Imperial War Museum: Out of the 5 branches of the Imperial War Museum, 3 are located in London: Imperial War Museum London, HMS Belfast, and Churchill War Rooms that provide records of the civil and military war effort, and the sacrifice made by Britain during the First World War.
      • Museum of London: This museum shows the journey of the UK capital from prehistoric times to the present. 
    • The best museums in London for kids are: 
      • V&A Museum of Childhood: A branch of the Victoria and Albert Museum, V&A Museum of Childhood was founded in 1872 and focuses on the social history of childhood, building confidence, cultural capital and design skills in children. 
      • London Transport Museum: Learn about the heritage of transport in the city, stories from people who worked in and for it for the past 200 years, and the future technologies that will transform London at the London Transport Museum.  
      • National Maritime Museum: A part of the Royal Museums Greenwich, National Maritime Museum is home to more than two million items of everything sea, navigation, and astronomical study. 
      • Natural History Museum: Natural History Museum exhibits an exciting range of displays of life and earth science specimens comprising some 80 million items under botany, entomology, mineralogy, palaeontology, and zoology.
      • The Cartoon Museum: The Cartoon Museum is every child’s dream house comprising British cartoons, caricatures and comic strips of 5,000 books and 4,000 comics owned by the Cartoon Art Trust.
    • Skip-the-line tickets allow you to skip the long waiting lines at the ticket counter and enter the museum with a wave of the phone. While most museums have skip-the-line tickets, some only offer admission tickets. Alternatively, if you are purchasing guided tours, they by default include skip-the-line access to the museums.
    • City passes in London include skip-the-line access, Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour in London, and a free guidebook to famous museums such as: 
      • The National Gallery
      • The Natural History Museum
      • The British Museum
      • The Tate Modern Museum
      • Imperial War Museum
    • Children, senior citizens, EU citizens, and students with valid ID proof can enjoy discounted tickets in selected museums. Additionally, Headout offers cashback up to 10% on selected museum tickets in London.
    • The cancelation policy varies depending on the type of ticket you purchase. While some museum tickets in London allow you to cancel up to 24/48/72 hours before your scheduled visit, some of them cannot be canceled or rescheduled.
    • There are two museums that stand apart from their peers as the biggest museums in London. The British Museum, covering 18.5 acres of floor space, is the largest museum in London while Victoria & Albert Museum with 4.5 million objects, has the most permanent displays.
    • There are not many days on which London museums offer free entries. However, many of the top museums in the city such as the British Museum and National Gallery do not have entry fees.
    • Here are 14 free museums in London that offer free entry:
      • British Museum
      • National Gallery. 
      • Victoria and Albert Museum
      • Tate Modern
      • Guildhall Art Gallery and Roman Amphitheater
      • Horniman Museum and Gardens
      • British Library
      • Museum of London
      • National Army Museum
      • Royal Academy of Arts
      • Natural History Museum
      • Science Museum
      • IWM London
      • National Maritime Museum
    • Not all London museums allow photography. Some of the bigger museums that allow photography are the British Museum, V&A, Museum of London and Science Museum. National Gallery, National Portrait Gallery and British Library strictly prohibit photography. Flash photography is not allowed in almost all museums since it can damage ancient paintings/materials.
    • The best time to visit museums in London is on weekdays, during the early opening hours or right before closing to avoid long queues. Exclusive night tours are offered by many museums which are also a great way to explore them without the tourist swarms.
    • Most of the museums in London are closed on Christmas (25th December) and operate as usual on New Year's (1st January).
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    My 4yr old grandson recently started watching the movies on Prime. They make him laugh so hard I'm sure the whole street can hear. He's very familiar with the characters so coming here brought it all to life for him. So much so we had problems getting him to leave. Therer wasn't anymore people going in after us. He went all the way back to the station platform on his own without being stopped determined to spend the night with Paddington. After a lot of tears we were able to coach him out. He's still insisting though that he wants to go back.
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    What made my museum visit memorable was the way it transported me straight into Paddington’s world. The attention to detail, the warmth of the storytelling, and the interactive elements made me feel part of the adventure rather than just a visitor. It wasn’t only nostalgic, it was also joyful and immersive — the kind of experience that stays with you long after you leave.
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    Could get in a little earlier than the hour stated, not that many people I the morning. You had handy lockers where you could store your extra stuff. Beautiful exhibition!
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    Everything was beautiful and mysterious. I especially liked the scenes, places and characters I saw on the train ride as a taxi.
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    The exhibition at Madame Tussauds was just mega nice! 😍 Everything is really interesting - from the incredibly lifelike wax figures to the interactive design in the various themed areas. I was particularly impressed by the 4D movie theater, which was really fun not only visually, but also with movement and effects. 🎬💥 The ride through London's past was also a real highlight - like a little journey through time in a classic black cab. 🕰️🚖 The whole thing was not only entertaining, but also educational and realized with great attention to detail. Conclusion: Highly recommended - for all ages!
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    During my visit to London, I really enjoyed the London Eye and the boat trip on the River Thames the most. These experiences were truly memorable and offered amazing views of the city.
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    Both the london dungeon and madame tussauds were very good attractions. I would recommend them to anyone who is visiting London. The combo ticket saves you money and is a great idea.

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