Museum of London

Step inside and find historic objects that tell the story of the capital’s turbulent past. Discover prehistoric London, see how the city changed under Roman rule, and wonder at the grandeur of medieval London.

Our lower galleries are currently closed for redevelopment. Visitors can still enjoy the story of London up to 1666 in the upper galleries and foyer displays.

Snap up London for £15!

Image of London: The Illustrated History book

Become a new Friend of Museum of London between 9 December 2008 and 28 February 2009 and get London: The Illustrated History half price!

Write Queer London @ Late

Late @ Museum of London

Thu 5 Feb, 6-9pm


Join us for an evening of smart talk, wise words and music in celebration of London’s Queer history.

benugo moves in

Photograph of benugo cafe

The award winning cafe deli benugo is now open! Enjoy delicious drinks, scrumptious sandwiches and other treats to eat in or takeaway.

How to find us

Streetmap of Museum of London

The Museum is open daily from 10am to 6pm and is easily accessible by bus, train and tube. Full details of how to get here are available online.

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Homeless in the Capital

Homeless in the capital foyer display

London's homeless make their voices heard through video and audio interviews, twenty-four hour diaries, poetry, art and personal belongings as they offer an insight into their experiences of being homeless in the capital in this new foyer display at Museum of London.

Redevelopment work

Museum of London building hoardings

The lower galleries at Museum of London, which explore the city’s history from 1666 onwards, are closed until 2010 for an exciting transformation.

Exciting news! The first object has been installed in the new galleries.

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