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Imperial War Museum

MilitaryHistoryClosed · Opens 10amFreeLambeth North

Im ehemaligen Bethlem Royal Hospital untergebracht, widmet sich das IWM den bewaffneten Konflikten Großbritanniens und des Commonwealth von 1914 bis in die Gegenwart. Die im Atrium schwebenden Flugzeuge und Fahrzeuge sind ein eindrucksvolles Bild, doch die eigentliche Stärke des Museums liegt in den persönlichen Zeugnissen – die Holocaust-Ausstellung berührt zutiefst, und die Säle zum Ersten Weltkrieg lassen einen die Last der Schützengräben spüren. Kein reines Militärmuseum: Es geht darum, was der Krieg mit den Menschen macht.

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Getting there

Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZ

Nearest station: Lambeth North, Elephant & Castle, Waterloo

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Hours

Mon10:00–17:00
Tue10:00–17:00
WedToday10:00–17:00
Thu10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–17:00
Sat10:00–17:00
Sun10:00–17:00

Admission

Free

Some temporary exhibitions require paid tickets

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout. Wheelchairs available. Hearing loops and large-print guides available.

Visitor Information

Is Imperial War Museum free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Imperial War Museum is free. Some temporary exhibitions require paid tickets. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Imperial War Museum?
Imperial War Museum is open Daily 10:00–17:00. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Imperial War Museum?
Imperial War Museum is located at Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZ, in the Lambeth area of London. The nearest stations are Lambeth North, Elephant & Castle, Waterloo.
What can I see at Imperial War Museum?
Konflikte vom Ersten Weltkrieg bis heute, erzählt anhand von Objekten und persönlichen Schicksalen. Current highlights include Blavatnik Art, Film and Photography Galleries, First World War Galleries, Schönheit und Zerstörung: London in Kriegszeiten in der Kunst (Beauty and Destruction: Wartime London in Art).
Do I need to book Imperial War Museum in advance?
Imperial War Museum is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Some temporary exhibitions require paid tickets. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Imperial War Museum?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Imperial War Museum accessible?
Step-free access throughout. Wheelchairs available. Hearing loops and large-print guides available.

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