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🚇London Transport Museum

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The London Transport Museum in Covent Garden is a hands-on, interactive museum exploring the history of transport in the capital. Families can climb aboard vintage buses, trams, and train carriages, and explore the 'All Aboard' play zone designed for under-7s. Highlights include the iconic Routemaster bus, the Tube simulator, and the 'Future Engineers' gallery.

  • Interactive exhibits: kids can 'drive' a tube train, try a bus simulator, and explore a Victorian omnibus.
  • Family trails and activities: often included with admission, with dressing-up areas and model displays.
  • Facilities: pushchair-friendly, baby-changing, and a family cafe with high chairs.
  • Practical tip: book online in advance for timed entry, especially on weekends. Under-18s go free with a paying adult, making it a great value family day out.
Cost£££ Expensive
Rainy day☔ Yes
SettingIndoor
CountryEngland
Ages316
Website

Travel tips

  • Book timed entry online in advance

    Weekends and school holidays get busy, so book your timed slot online before visiting to skip queues and guarantee entry.

  • Under-18s get in free

    Children and teenagers under 18 enter free with a paying adult, making it excellent value for families with multiple kids.

  • Perfect for under-7s

    The 'All Aboard' play zone is specifically designed for younger children and features hands-on transport activities they'll love.

  • Pushchair-friendly throughout

    The museum is designed to be navigable with pushchairs, so you can bring a buggy comfortably around the exhibits.

  • Baby changing facilities available

    Baby-changing facilities are on-site, so you can change nappies without needing to leave the museum.

  • Family café with high chairs

    There's a café in the museum with high chairs available, handy for younger children or if you need a break and refreshment.

  • Dress-up areas encourage imaginative play

    There are dressing-up areas where children can pretend to be transport workers, adding an extra layer of fun and engagement.

  • Interactive Tube train simulator

    Kids can 'drive' a simulated Tube train, which is usually a highlight for children interested in vehicles and transport.

  • Iconic Routemaster bus to explore

    Climb aboard an authentic Routemaster bus, a chance for children to get hands-on with an iconic piece of London history.

  • Family trails included with admission

    Free family activity trails are often included with your ticket, giving children structured activities while exploring.

  • Ideal indoor rainy-day activity

    Completely indoors with plenty to do, making it a reliable choice on rainy or cold days when outdoor plans aren't possible.

  • Great for ages 3 upwards

    Well-suited to children aged 3-16, so it works whether you have toddlers or teenagers, though younger ones may need more adult supervision.

  • Central Covent Garden location

    Located in Covent Garden with good public transport links, making it easy to reach by Tube or bus from across London.

  • Check visit duration expectations

    Plan for at least 2-3 hours to explore properly, though younger children might be content with a shorter visit to focus on play areas.

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