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London Transport Museum

Adults £13.50
Seniors £10.00
Students £10.00
Under 16's: FREE

Covent Garden Piazza, London, WC2E 7BB
MUSEUM
Monday - Thursday, Saturday - Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm
(last admission 5:15pm) 
Friday 11:00am - 6:00pm

(last admission 5:15pm)

MUSEUM LIBRARY
By appointment only

Monday - Thursday: 10.00am - 5.00pm 
Friday 11.00am - 5.00pm

MUSEUM SHOP
Sunday - Tuesday: 10:00am - 6:30pm
Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 10:00am - 7:00pm
Friday: 11:00am - 7:00pm

UPPER DECK CAFE BAR

Sunday - Tuesday: 10:00am - 6:30pm
Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday: 10:00am - 7:00pm
Friday: 11:00am - 7:00pm

TUBE: Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Holborn, Charing Cross
OVERGROUND: Charing Cross and Waterloo
BUS: 
RV1, 9, 11, 13, 15, 23, 139
BARCLAYS DOCKING STATIONS: Tavistock Street, Wellington Street, Southampton Street
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From its Roman beginnings through its explosive growth in the 19th century, London was the greatest city the world had ever seen. This huge metropolis continued to grow through the 20th century, reaching a population of 7.5 million in Greater London. A vital part of London's success was the transport system that developed alongside the Capital in the 19th and 20th centuries-truly the lifeblood of this great city. 

Today London takes its place among other world cities, not as the world's largest urban centre, but still one of the most visited, diverse and cosmopolitan cities on earth. Galleries tell the story of London's transport system and how it shaped the lives of people living and working in London, including current and future transport developments. The Design for Travel gallery showcases original artworks & advertising posters on display for the first time.

Explore the history of public transport, marveling at the world's first underground steam train, or take a dramatic 'World Cities' walk. There's even more for families, Children can play and learn in the Exchange and All aboard galleries. A small picnic area is situated in the main gallery.

FRENCH VISITORS
There is a Gallery Trail for French Visitors, The Défi de Découverte ‘discovery challenge’ (and the answers) were developed by LTM Young Consultant Adelah Bilal as part of the Stories of the World programme. Download it here

RESEARCH AT THE MUSEUM
If you are visiting the Museum, make sure you drop into the Learning Lounge on Level 1. To dig deeper, visit our Library where you can access thousands of books, maps, ephemera and magazines. Our reserve collection of vehicles, signs, posters, photographs, ephemera, plans, drawings and small objects are held at the Museum Depot in Acton. 
Some collections are accessible for research but not all. If you are interested in specific material please email us with your request giving as much information as you can, and include a contact number if possible. If access is possible, an appointment can be made for you to visit and look at material with a Curator.
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Time Travelling Moustaches

AGES 5 - 10 YEARS
Time Travelling moustaches and other great ways to explore London Transport Museum: a manual for inquisitive minds. Incredibly this book contains; a time travelling device, a horse, 16 passengers from the world’s underground railway, a house, a poster design studio and an art class!Aimed at children aged between 5 and 10 years, the book has been produced to enhance young people and their families’ enjoyment and experience of the Museum through activities, games and the ancient art of origami.

Chinese Memories Family Trail

ALL AGES
There are lots of objects and exhibits in London Transport Museum that relate to Chinese people. Download this trail to discover mystery objects and to find out the stories and traditions of Chinese people from around the world. Download the trails Chinese Text and English Text

All Aboard Hands on Gallery

AGES 6 AND UNDER
Children under 6 can let their imaginations run wild as they climb aboard our fun versions of a bus, train, Tube and taxi. They can take the wheel, becoming a driver for the day, or bump around with the other passengers in the back. They can also explore our miniature London, taking control of the transport system, moving buses and trains around London's most famous landmarks.

Interchange Hands on Gallery

AGES 7 - 11 YEARS
Children aged from 7 to 11 can explore the Museum's collection in this interactive hands-on area. They can discover the range of people who have worked on public transport in London over the last 200 years, try on replica costumes and guess the origins of our mystery objects. The highlight of a visit to the gallery is a chance to drive our Optare bus.

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