Imperial War Museum

Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Rd, London SE1 6HZ, UK
1-90 Years

Description

Introduce your kids to the most important moments in British military history at Imperial War Museum London. Explore exhibits dedicated to war and conflict from the First World War till today and discover the fascinating ways, in which war has transformed the world we live in today. The little ones might not retain as many facts as you will but they’ll definitely remember the biggest artefacts in the museum. 

Imperial War Museum London also hosts lots of  temporary exhibitions, events and family-friendly educational activities. You and the kids will have the chance to hear the stories of people who lived through war and gain a deeper understanding of its impact in the world. It’s going to be one great educational day out!

Features

  • Free
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • wheelchair friendly 

  • there are toilets, accessible toilets and baby changing facilities

  • there is an onsite restaurant

  • lockers are available to use for smaller items such as small bags or ruck sacks

What to see

  • Watch 'Britain at War' is a 99 minute film, filmed and edited by amateur camerawoman Rosie Newman, capturing diverse scenes from the British home front during the Second World War.

  • A chance to see authentic WWI uniforms, to a Harrier jet and Spitfire plane, plus a real T-34 tank

  • Many exhibits cover everything from the First and Second World Wars to 9/11, as well as the wars in the Falklands, Northern Ireland, Yugoslavia, Korea, and much more

  • Interactive displays for children and even adults to enjoy which include virtual books, videos, and historic games

Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

10am to 6pm every day

Closed 24, 25 & 26 December

Address: Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Rd, London SE1 6HZ, UK

Post Code: SE1 6HZ

Council: London

County: Greater London

By Tube

The nearest stations are Waterloo (which is a ten to 15-minute walk away), and Elephant and Castle (a 15-minute walk away).

 

By Train

The nearest station is Elephant & Castle which is about a ten minute walk away.

 

By Bus

You can reach the museum via routes 3, 12, 53, 59, 148, 159, 344, 360, 453 and C10.

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