From Roman settlement to the development of Canary Wharf, this 200 year old warehouse reveals the long history of the capital as a port through stories of trade, migration and commerce. …
From Roman settlement to the development of Canary Wharf, this 200 year old warehouse reveals the long history of the capital as a port through stories of trade, migration and commerce. Discover a wealth of objects in state-of-the-art galleries, including Sailortown, an atmospheric recreation of 19th century London; and London, Sugar & Slavery, which reveals the city’s involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. With ancient finds, unusual objects and fascinating tours, the Museum of Londo
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Feb 3, 2025
We spent a couple of hours at this interesting museum. It covers the history of the docklands including slavery and World War 2 as well as the Great Eastern ship. It is well laid out and has mock up …Full review by LittleJenny
Jan 25, 2025
This is an incredible museum. We came back twice and absolutely loved it. The design and content was great, we especially loved Sailors Town. I would definitely recommend to anyone interested in the …Full review by Anne0319
Jan 18, 2025
Andy was a superb and very knowledgeable tour guide. We enjoyed every minute of his very engaging stories about the history of the Docklands. The tour was supposed to last an hour and a half but it w…Full review by Michelle B
Can anyone tell me the nearest tube or DLR station to the museum and how far it is to the museum from them Thanks kevin
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West India Quay is about a two minute walk as long as you ignore the signs and just walk along with the dock on your left. Museum is on right past a few restaurants. We found …
West India Quay is about a two minute walk as long as you ignore the signs and just walk along with the dock on your left. Museum is on right past a few restaurants. We found street sign sent you round the houses
It's up to you it depends what you enjoy go on the website if it was me I would make it a day trip then you can peruse all you like before you run out of steam. L do this for all places of …
It's up to you it depends what you enjoy go on the website if it was me I would make it a day trip then you can peruse all you like before you run out of steam. L do this for all places of interest.
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