If you are looking for things to do in London without it costing a fortune, you need look no further. London has a host of museums offering free admission to their permanent collections so the inquisitive mind can be satisfied without having to spend a penny.
Located in the heart of the historical city, The Museum of London pinpoints in graphic detail four major historical periods throughout London’s history.
The four exhibitions in the Upper Gallery are free of charge and explore the Pre-historic era, Roman London, Medieval Britain up to and including the transformation under the rule of Henry VIII and a fascinating insight into the Great Fire of London in 1666.
Opening hours are Monday to Sunday 10.00 to 18.30. Last admission is 17.30.
The British Museum near Russell Square is situated a short walk from kings Cross/St. Pancras and Euston train station. It houses a vast collection of artwork and artefacts from all over the world including Mummies from Ancient Egypt, the Elgin Marbles and the Rosetta Stone.
The Museum has the largest collection of worldwide exhibits in the city representing almost every major civilisation throughout history. The British Museum is open to visitors daily from 10.10-17.30 and admission is free. Thursday, Friday and Saturday the opening times are 9.00 - 23.00.
The Natural History Museum in London
Located in trendy South Kensington, the Natural History Museum gives a fascinating and insightful education to the world around us, below and above. Explore history from the big bang theory to pre-history when dinosaurs ruled the world and discover how the natural world has helped scientists learn about the planet we live on.
Opening hours are daily 10.00-17.30. Admission is free.
Situated in South Kensington, London's award winning Science Museum is a great day out for the whole family. Travel through space and have fun on the interactive games and scientific experiment consoles. Discover the development and progression of technology and how the techniques in Formula 1 racing mirror our day to day lives.
Opening hours 10.00-18.00.
As one of the most fascinating historical monuments in London, Somerset House gives free guided tours offering an in-depth of the lives and people that have walked through these halls. Once used as a home for the wives of Kings, many famous characters in the history of Britain have spent time here including Queen Elizabeth the first and the naval hero, Lord Admiral Nelson.
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