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Imperial War Museum

MilitaryHistoryClosed · Opens 10amFreeLambeth North

Installé dans l'ancien Bethlem Royal Hospital, l'IWM retrace les conflits impliquant le Royaume-Uni et le Commonwealth de 1914 à nos jours. Le hall central, avec ses avions et véhicules suspendus, est spectaculaire, mais la véritable force du musée réside dans les témoignages personnels : les galeries consacrées à l'Holocauste bouleversent, et celles dédiées à la Première Guerre mondiale font ressentir tout le poids des tranchées. Bien plus qu'un musée militaire, il interroge ce que la guerre inflige aux êtres humains.

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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?
Les conflits, de la Première Guerre mondiale à aujourd'hui, racontés à travers des objets et des récits personnels. Current highlights include Blavatnik Art, Film and Photography Galleries, First World War Galleries, Beauté et destruction : Londres en temps de guerre à travers l'art (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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