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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Mar 21, 2025
There would be so much to show about how Docklands participated in the history of the world, of UK, and of London. Instead, the visitor is dragged from highlight to highlight of apparently arbitrary …Full review by 127Fred
Mar 20, 2025
Lovely museum but it has mice running over the floor in the restraint. The staff did not think it was an issue. Left promptly.Full review by Scenic04760718319
Feb 28, 2025
The museum is free to enter and the nearest DLR station is West India Quay. The staff are very friendly and proactive, welcoming us as soon as we entered. There are nine different galleries to see st…Full review by Peter R
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
Hi, Does the museum sell old maps of London? Specifically looking for Rotherhithe Thanks Molly
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Not as far as I am aware. Best place to look is online. Southwark Council has just published a range of maps of the area on their website free to view and download. The …
Not as far as I am aware. Best place to look is online. Southwark Council has just published a range of maps of the area on their website free to view and download. The Nationall Archives online bookshop has a wide range. A lot depends on what date you are looking for.
Like with all good museums you'll probably run out of steam before you've seen all that interests you. Probably three or four hours with a spot of lunch to restore your energy would be …
Like with all good museums you'll probably run out of steam before you've seen all that interests you. Probably three or four hours with a spot of lunch to restore your energy would be right for many people. You'll probably want to return - the best option unless you're travelling from the other side of the world!
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