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Science Museum

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Science Museum

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Ranked #7 for exhibits in London
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"Size, interactivity, exhibition... Just great for kids and adults."(30 Tips)
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Time Out LondonMarch 27, 2012
The popular Science Museum Lates take place on the last Wednesday of the month, when adults can explore the galleries free from noisy kids. Read more
Rene JoergensenFebruary 19, 2016
Impressive in size and displays! Worth a visit - come early to avoid the crowds!!
Catherine ReynoldsAugust 17, 2014
Late nights are the best. Each one has a theme! Adults get to explore the muesum without kids! Brilliant idea in my book.
Ville VatanenDecember 21, 2016
Exhibitions were okay, mainly targeted for kids. The "science through the ages" was the best, less kids running around too.
Alex AntoniuAugust 10, 2014
This museum is amazing, and is a must see! The best part is that is free. Also cheek the Natural History museum next door.
AlviseApril 15, 2016
Top for families with kids, so many interactive activities to do. You can spend the whole day here easily
Deb SwinneyAugust 25, 2013
Absolutely superb food in the Deep Blue Diner. We saw the Energy Show in the IMAX - if it's still on when you go, HIGHLY recommend it.
Otel.comOctober 11, 2011
This world-famous museum has more than 300,000 items. Make sure to see the first jet engine, reconstruction model of the DNA, and Stephenson's Rocket. Free, except for some temporary exhibitions.
Diego SartoriAugust 10, 2014
Perfect for a rainy day. Free (well, most of it), interactive, for all ages.
Priya TungrusJuly 28, 2016
Great adult only lates on the last Friday of every month. Very interactive.
Jenny LawSeptember 4, 2015
A lot of things to see, like engine and machines about the modern age. Visit the Natural History Museum nearby as well!
Kasia KoczułapSeptember 27, 2016
Great for kids and for adults. Perfect place to learn something in interesting way.
Martita PinillaOctober 17, 2014
One of the best museums in London. You can't miss it
Jenny StewartAugust 19, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Check out the programme of special events and late-night openings - there is almost always a bar for the grown ups!
FredMarch 27, 2018
Impressive plane collection but as an engineer, computer and communications section is best
Dominic FeeneyOctober 15, 2014
Amazing place. The space exhibition is first rate and a must see. Especially as it's free entry
National Maritime MuseumJuly 11, 2011
The Docks and Diving gallery on the 2nd floor features a 1:2500 scale model of the 1960s Port of London previously displayed in the foyer of the Port of London Authority’s HQ. Find your maritime story Read more
Korhan EserFebruary 2, 2015
Mostly for children but still good for a quick tour. Also the shop was filled with very nice and interesting merchandise
Yarn LamApril 1, 2015
6 floors of exhibits! Especially love level 3 with the flying machines. There's also a simulator ride and 3D show on flying.
Marie SteinthalerMay 31, 2015
Last Wednesday of every month is late night opening time. Check out the silent disco, it's hilarious.
KostasJune 17, 2015
A great experience! Nonetheless, the amount of objects displayed may be too much for one visit for some of the sections.
AdriaApril 24, 2015
Try out the calculators in the computer history section. Amazing aeroplanes as well!
Martin LevyApril 16, 2012
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Andrew MilneAugust 2, 2011
Lates (last Wednesday each month) have a fun atmosphere - a chance for grown-ups to interact with science as kids do. The museum also seems to use the SCVNGR app sometimes, which can supply fun 'tasks
Maria BlOctober 19, 2014
Entrance is free! very nice and interesting museum for all the members of family!
Nondas KAugust 23, 2017
Lovely museum, even with very young kids. Go there first!
b afJune 13, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Start from the top floor and head down. Easier on the legs and see the exhibits.
Fatih KuranMay 18, 2015
It is spectacular so big with so many interesting attractions and movie theatres. Must visit with kids
Stergios AJune 5, 2017
Excellent space exhibition. A huge must.
Anne WalFebruary 22, 2015
Went to the Wildlife Photography Exhibition with pre-booked tickets. The exhibition was beautiful but it was just too busy. It was nearly impossible to see certain photos.
Liron AltmanOctober 21, 2016
The flight free tour in the guidance of Peter was astonishing! Lots of interesting exhibits, free wifi
Gerard van EnkApril 23
They have the original NeXT computer used by Sir Tim Berners-Lee to design the World Wide Web and host the first web page at CERN on 25 December 1990!
SwarmstrongNovember 14, 2014
The information age exhibition is so interesting! Science museum is great for kids, families and My one really!
Alexia KFebruary 2, 2015
Always great to visit , great permanent exhibition and very interesting periodic exhibitions
Ben McKenzieSeptember 23, 2011
When you're ready for a break, the shakes at the level five cafe are amazing - choose an ice cream flavour then add cookies or berries or peanut butter. Amazing.
Bon ChantawibulApril 25, 2018
Check out the Mathemetic gallery design by the one and obly, Zaha Hadid.
aliSeptember 25, 2016
really great for kids, not so much for the adults. nice space exhibition with real sized rockets and lunar module though.
Katerina KerrSeptember 21, 2015
I used to love this museum growing up. However, now it feels all the interesting absorbing installations are being replaced by touch screen games and interactive screens. It's a shame.
Time Out LondonFebruary 23, 2012
Only marginally less popular with kids than its natural historical neighbour, the Science Museum is a celebration of the wonders of technology in the service of our daily lives. Read more
Costas LazaridesFebruary 22, 2013
What a great museum. What a BAD decision to visit during half-term. What was I thinking. I must love my friend and her kids very much!
Alia T. ZulkifliDecember 14, 2012
Fav museum in London! So interactive and fun. The shop is full of exciting things. Definitely a must go!
Paola Bassanese EnergyaJanuary 22, 2012
Contribute to the Great Ormond Street project on facial reconstruction surgery by having a 3D scan of your face. Interesting, entertaining, educational plus contributing to a good cause
LucaFebruary 21, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Visit the information age section, and don't forget to listen to the song telling the story of the telegraph!
Purple FrogJune 15, 2011
Visit the Atmosphere Gallery on the 2nd floor – lots of immersive, interactive displays. On the last Wednesday of every month there's fun and free adults-only evening entertainment too. Read more
New York HabitatFebruary 2, 2012
A fun stop on any family tour. You can easily spend 5- 6 hours exploring this free museum, where science comes to life.
Daan van KlinkenAugust 27, 2014
Man this place is busy and hot (temperature wise)! Also: the Energy Café seems to be the busiest of them all.
LamiaJune 24, 2014
Great place to chill-out with kids and discover a bit of Sciences. Great bubbles show as well
Paul BoagApril 13, 2013
Skip the queues for the natural history museum and come here instead. Far superior and much more fun for kids. Also checkout the V&A opposite.
Napeleonia 🌼August 6, 2016
great place for kids and adults , it needs sometime to go through everything but it's worth it
Atif HussainJuly 22, 2015
I know it's #free but u expected a lot more. Not a great deal has changed during the past decade. Not a fantastic place for younger kids

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