London Transport Museum

Museum London, England, United Kingdom
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What to expect

The London Transport Museum is a transport museum showcasing the history of London's public transport network, including buses, trains, tubes, and taxis, from the 19th century to the present day. The museum features impressive historic vehicles, striking examples of the transport network's famous poster art and graphic design, and interactive exhibits. Visitors can explore the museum's galleries and exhibitions, including the Global Poster Gallery and Legacies: London Transport's Caribbean Workforce. The museum also offers guided tours, including Hidden London, which takes visitors to disused Underground stations and wartime shelters. The museum has a shop selling iconic London souvenirs, designer gifts, and exclusive moquette fabric accessories, as well as a cafe bar, Canteen, offering a range of food and drinks

Plan your family visit to the London Transport Museum with these blog insights 👇

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How to spend a week in London with toddlers

How to spend a week in London with toddlers
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the London Transport Museum

Highlights: We enjoyed the old buses, trains, and the play area ✨

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25+ Fun Things To Do In London With A Toddler 2024

25+ Fun Things To Do In London With A Toddler 2024
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the London Transport Museum, which offers activities for families with toddlers and older children. We had fun in the play zone pretending to fly a plane, drive a bus, or operate a tube. We also explored the huge collection of over 80 historic vehicles, most of which are open to try out!

Highlights: The kids loved the London Transport Museum! They had a blast in the play zone, pretending to fly a plane, drive a bus, or operate a tube. They were also thrilled by the huge collection of over 80 historic vehicles, most of which are open to try out! ✨

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London Transport Museum With Kids 2024

London Transport Museum With Kids 2024
This family's experience:

Activities: We explored all the interactive exhibits, rode the elevator back in time to the 19th century, and visited the All Aboard playground

Highlights: My kids had a blast, and we adults found it fascinating to learn about 200 years of London transportation history ✨

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London WIth Kids: 20 Unique & Fun Things To Do

London WIth Kids: 20 Unique & Fun Things To Do
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the London Transport Museum and enjoyed its exhibits showcasing 200 years of London transportation. The museum also offers tours of unused Underground stations, which would have appealed to our teens

Highlights: The London Transport Museum was a great experience, showcasing the history of transportation in London. The museum is free for kids and has a fun gift shop with toy trains and vintage transit posters ✨

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One Week London Itinerary with Kids

One Week London Itinerary with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Transport Museum, where we learned about London's transportation systems

Highlights: The kids loved the hands-on exhibits and the opportunity to learn about the history of transportation. They also enjoyed the various vehicles on display ✨

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Top 10 Must Do London Activities for Families

Top 10 Must Do London Activities for Families
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Transport Museum

Highlights: The kids were occupied for hours with all the wonderful, hands-on exhibits ✨