Opening Times and Directions

Transforming IWM London

Works are continuing to transform IWM London. Wherever possible, major work is taking place outside opening hours but on occasion there may be some disruption within the museum.

Please enter the museum using the West Entrance (through the Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park).

Our First and Second World War Galleries have closed and our atrium and large object displays, including aircrafts, tanks and artillery, are covered from view. There is still plenty to see – find out what’s on.

All works will be finished by summer 2014, when we open the transformed museum, display our iconic large objects once again and unveil new First World War Galleries, to mark the Centenary of the First World War. Find out more at Transforming IWM London.

Our Nearest Tube Stations

Lambeth North (Bakerloo Line)
Waterloo (Bakerloo, Northern, Jubilee Line)
Southwark (Jubilee Line)
Elephant & Castle (Bakerloo, Northern Line)

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Our Nearest Train Stations

Waterloo
Elephant & Castle

See National Rail's website for further details.

Visiting us by Bus

1, 3, 12, 45, 53, 59, 63, 68, 100, 159, 168, 171, 172, 176,188, 344, 360, 453, C10

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Visiting us by Car

There aren't any designated parking spaces for visitors to IWM London. Free parking is available for blue badge holders. To book a parking space please email mail@iwm.org.ukor call 020 7091 3008. Please note spaces are limited and subject to availability.

IWM London is situated inside the London Congestion Charge zone. Driving within the zone will incur a daily charge of £10.00. Please visit the Transport for London Congestion Charge website for further details on how to pay the charge.

Visiting us by Coach

There is metered coach parking outside the front of the museum. Visit the Transport for London coach parking map for more information.

Walking and Cycling

There are three Barclays Cycle Hire Scheme docking stations near IWM London on Kennington Road, Walnut Tree Walk and St George’s Road. See the Transport for London cycling website for details. Visit the Sustrans website for further information on London Cycle Routes.

IWM London is situated near the Thames Path, one of London's key routes connecting more than a hundred attractions including more than 30 museums, a dozen parks and gardens, 21 historic monuments and 7 art galleries. See the Thames Path London website for more details.

How Long Will You Stay?

We recommend you leave at least 90 minutes in your day to visit IWM London. However, with our on-site café and lots to see and do, many people come for half-a day or more.

Things to See and Do in the Area

IWM London is only a 20-minute bus ride from Churchill War Rooms or HMS Belfast. It's also close to a wide-range of famous tourist attractions including Tate Britain, Tate Modern, Westminster Abbey and the London Eye.

For further information about places to visit and where to stay, visit Visit London.