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The fascinating Museum of London Docklands is exactly that - a museum telling the rich history of London - and it's fascinating!
The Museum of London Docklands have permanent gallery exhibitions, as well as events and rotating exhibits so there is always so much to see!
Kids can learn all about the Trade Expansion and those merchants, sailors and pirates who transformed London between 1600 to 1800, before discovering how the sugar trade impacted enslaved Africa.
As new docks moved into the city, the city was transformed - and you can read all about the River Thames aided this, before exploring the dary alleyways of London's Sailortown in the 19th century!
Did you know that London was once the hub of the world's largest empire? Or that the worst maritime disaster in British waters actually happened on the Thames?
From London during the war, to the regeneration of Docklands, it's all there to be explored at the Museum of London Docklands!
Activity location
Directions
Public transport to the museum is really easy!
The closest DLR is West India Quay
The closest tube: Canary Wharf which is on the Jubilee Line
The museum entrance is two minutes walk from West India Quay.
How much does it cost?
Adults
Free!
Children
Free!
Last Updates
2023
Museum of London Docklands FAQ’s
High chairs are available in the cafe
The Museum Cafe is where you can pick up delicious snacks, drinks and light meals.
Recommended last entry is 4pm as the museum takes at least an hour to look around. They also begin to close the galleries 20 minutes before closing time.
There is of course a gift shop! You can pick up postcards, posters and prints relating to Docklands, as well as toys, stationery and gifts!
Students can enjoy a free museum visit, and the museum makes an amazing place for students to learn history outside of the history books
Disabled and Baby change facilities available as well as standard.
High chairs are available in the cafe
There's lots of healthy options for all ages at the cafe, plus a few sweet treats too – look out for their indulgent vegan chocolate brownie made with Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa!
There is full physical access to all public areas of the building using lifts or stairs, including their galleries, shop and café!
Museum of London Docklands Tickets
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