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Science Museum

ScienceChildrenClosed · Opens 10amFreeSouth Kensington

The Science Museum manages to be genuinely exciting about things like thermodynamics and computing. The permanent galleries span flight, space, medicine, and the industrial revolution, with real artefacts — Babbage's Difference Engine, Apollo 10's command module, the first jet engine. The interactive Wonderlab gallery is outstanding for kids, and the IMAX cinema shows spectacular science documentaries.

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

MonToday10:00–18:00
Tue10:00–18:00
Wed10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–18:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Address

Exhibition Road, London SW7 2DD

Nearest station: South Kensington

Admission

Free

IMAX, Wonderlab, and special exhibitions require paid tickets

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout. Wheelchairs available. Sensory-friendly sessions and quiet rooms available.

Nearby

Natural History Museum

Natural HistoryFree2 min walk

Victoria and Albert Museum

ArtFree2 min walk

Serpentine Gallery

ArtFree10 min walk

Saatchi Gallery

ArtFree15 min walk

Visitor Information

Is Science Museum free?
Yes, general admission to Science Museum is free. IMAX, Wonderlab, and special exhibitions require paid tickets.
What are the opening hours of Science Museum?
Science Museum is open Daily 10:00–18:00, last entry 17:15. Check the museum's website for holiday closures and special hours.
Where is Science Museum?
Science Museum is located at Exhibition Road, London SW7 2DD, in the South Kensington area of London. The nearest station is South Kensington.
What exhibitions are on at Science Museum?
Current exhibitions include: Future of Food (until September 2026); Pantanal (until May 2026).
Is Science Museum accessible?
Step-free access throughout. Wheelchairs available. Sensory-friendly sessions and quiet rooms available.

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