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Horniman Museum

Natural HistoryMusicChildrenClosed · Opens 10amFreeForest Hill

Il Horniman Museum è un tesoro del sud di Londra — in parte museo di storia naturale, in parte collezione di culture del mondo, in parte archivio di strumenti musicali, il tutto racchiuso in un magnifico edificio Art Nouveau con 16 acri di giardini collinari. Il celebre tricheco impagliato, decisamente troppo imbottito, è la mascotte amatissima del museo, l'acquario è a sorpresa molto valido, e la galleria interattiva della musica permette davvero di suonare strumenti provenienti da ogni angolo del mondo. Un perfetto antidoto ai musei affollati del centro di Londra.

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Getting there

100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ

Nearest station: Forest Hill

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Hours

Mon10:00–17:30
Tue10:00–17:30
WedToday10:00–17:30
Thu10:00–17:30
Fri10:00–17:30
Sat10:00–17:30
Sun10:00–17:30

Admission

Free

Aquarium, Butterfly House, and some exhibitions require paid tickets

Accessibility

Step-free access to most of the museum. Gardens have some steep paths. Wheelchairs available free of charge.

Visitor Information

Is Horniman Museum free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Horniman Museum is free. Aquarium, Butterfly House, and some 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 Horniman Museum?
Horniman Museum is open Daily 10:00–17:30. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Horniman Museum?
Horniman Museum is located at 100 London Road, Forest Hill, London SE23 3PQ, in the Forest Hill area of London. The nearest station is Forest Hill.
What can I see at Horniman Museum?
Un museo meravigliosamente eclettico di antropologia, storia naturale e strumenti musicali, con giardini splendidi. Current highlights include Project Coral e il viaggio della speranza (Project Coral and the Journey of Hope), Music Gallery, Living Waters Aquarium.
Do I need to book Horniman Museum in advance?
Horniman Museum is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Aquarium, Butterfly House, and some 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 Horniman 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 Horniman Museum accessible?
Step-free access to most of the museum. Gardens have some steep paths. Wheelchairs available free of charge.

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