Science Museum, London

The Science Museum in London is a major museum dedicated to science, technology and industry with large public galleries covering topics from medicine to transport. It is part of the South Kensington museum district and attracts broad family audiences.

The museum’s displays range from interactive galleries and live demonstrations to historical collections of machinery and scientific instruments. Notable areas include hands-on science galleries and a long gallery that presents key objects illustrating the development of technology.

The institution developed from 19th-century scientific collections associated with the South Kensington educational museums and has expanded its exhibition and education programmes over time. It combines conservation of historic objects with contemporary public engagement.

The Science Museum stands on Exhibition Road in central South Kensington, within walking distance of the V&A and Natural History Museum.

• Admission: Permanent galleries are free to enter, though some special exhibitions and interactive galleries require paid tickets or timed entry.
• Location: Located on Exhibition Road in South Kensington, directly adjacent to the Natural History Museum and the V&A.

What to See #

• Wonderlab: Wonderlab is an interactive gallery with live demonstrations and hands-on exhibits aimed at engaging children and families; it usually requires a separate timed ticket.
• Making the Modern World: Making the Modern World displays landmark objects from the history of science and technology, including early engines and communication devices.