Madame Tussauds is a family-friendly option if you enjoy recognisable film, music and sports figures and want an indoor attraction near Baker Street. Allow enough time for the displays and photo stops, and check the current ticket types before you book.
Marie Tussaud established a permanent London exhibition at the Baker Street Bazaar in 1835. Her grandsons moved it to its present Marylebone Road site in 1884. The attraction’s own history is worth a look if you are curious about its origins.
Following the success of the London wax museum, other Madame Tussauds waxworks have popped up in major cities worldwide including: Berlin, New York, Las Vegas and Tokyo.
What to see in Madame Tussauds in London
Every year Madame Tussauds unveils the newest figures to be added to its collection. Sing alongside Ed Sheeran, strike a pose with Usain Bolt, rub shoulders with Prince Harry and Megan or get a selfie with the Queen of England herself!
Madame Tussauds is also home to some fantastic exhibitions like the popular Star Wars experience, as well as various temporary exhibitions which are usually related to significant events of that year, for example the Olympics or a blockbuster movie release.
Madame Tussauds tickets and opening times
Prices and ticket inclusions vary by date and product. Compare the current official tickets, including any combination offer, with the separate attraction prices before buying. If you are visiting with children, leave time for photos and the experiences your family most wants to see.
Opening and last-entry times also vary. Check the official calendar for your date rather than relying on a fixed weekly timetable.
How to get to Madame Tussauds in London
- Address: Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LR, United Kingdom.
- Nearest tube station: Baker Street (just a few meters from the museum entrance). Located in London travel zone 1 and served by multiple tube lines: Bakerloo (brown), Metropolitan (purple), Hammersmith and City (pink) and Circle (yellow).
Other Useful Information About Visiting Madame Tussauds in London
If you’re thinking of buying one of the London tourist passes, entrance to London’s famous wax museum is included in some of the passes such as the “London Explorer Pass” or “Merlin’s Magical London“, but it’s not included in the London Pass.
⇒ Find out more in our article London Tourist Passes.
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