London Wall EC2Y 5HN
Tel. 0870 444 3852
The museum is located in a building close to the Barbican Centre, approximately 10 minutes' walk north of St Paul's Cathedral and is the largest, most comprehensive city museum in the world.
It is operated by the Corporation of London and was opened in the 1970s, utilising collections previously held by the Corporation at the Guildhall and also items from other collections.
The museum comprises a series of chronological galleries containing original artefacts, models, pictures and diagrams, clothing, room reconstructions, 18th century prison cells and Mithraic treasure.
The Museum traces the fascinating story of London from prehistoric times to World War I.
Highlights include: the Lord Mayor's ceremonial coach. The Great Fire of London experience. The Medieval London gallery, which explores some of the most turbulent years in history from the end of Roman rule to the accession of Elizabeth I.
Admission free
Open: 10am-5.50pm Mon-Sat, noon-5.50pm Sun.
Nearest tube: Bank, Barbican, St. Paul's, Moorgate.
Website: www.museumoflondon.org.uk
