Madame Tussauds is a family-friendly indoor attraction near Baker Street, with more than 150 wax figures and several immersive experiences. Allow around two hours for a visit, or longer if you want plenty of photo stops, and book a timed entry in advance on busy dates.
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 explains how the collection developed.
What to see at Madame Tussauds London
The attraction is organised into themed zones rather than a traditional gallery. Current highlights include figures from film, music, sport and the Royal Family, as well as:
- Spirit of London: a ride through scenes from the city’s history in a black-cab-style vehicle.
- Star Wars: an immersive area with characters from the films and newer series.
- Marvel: superheroes and interactive displays.
- Jumanji: a 4D adventure included with standard admission.
- Chamber of Horrors: a section about real crimes from the past 150 years. It contains material about violence and murder, and the attraction recommends it for ages 16+; families can bypass it.
Figures and temporary displays change, so check the current official “What’s inside” page if there is someone or something you especially want to see.
Madame Tussauds tickets and opening times
Prices checked on 29 September 2026 started at £27 online for adults and £24 for children aged 2–15; children under 2 were free. Published walk-up prices were £39 for adults and £35 for children. Prices vary with demand and availability, and online tickets are normally cheaper, so compare the final price on the official ticket page for your date.
A standard ticket includes more than 150 figures, Spirit of London, Chamber of Horrors and the Jumanji 4D experience. Entry is for a designated time slot and popular dates can sell out.
Opening and last-entry times 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.
- Nearest Tube station: Baker Street, a short walk from the entrance. It is in London travel Zone 1 and is served by the Bakerloo, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, Circle and Jubilee lines.
Passes and combination tickets
Madame Tussauds is currently included with both the Go City All-Inclusive Pass (also called the London Pass) and the Explorer Pass. A timed reservation is required through the Go City app and can be made up to 15 days before the visit; popular slots may disappear sooner. Check the current reservation instructions before you plan your day.
Madame Tussauds also sells multi-attraction tickets with other Merlin attractions such as the London Eye, SEA LIFE London Aquarium and the London Dungeon. Compare the total cost and the time you genuinely have available rather than assuming the largest bundle will be best value.
⇒ Find out more in our London tourist passes comparison and London Pass guide.
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