Musée des Transports de Londres
Allow 1.5-2 hours. Families with young children often spend longer · Covent Garden (1 min walk) / Leicester Square (5 min walk) · Suitable for all ages. Particularly engaging for children aged 3-12. Children under 18 go free
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À propos Musée des Transports de Londres
The London Transport Museum is one of the best things to do in London for families, design lovers and anyone fascinated by the city's remarkable history. Located in the heart of Covent Garden and housed in a beautiful Victorian iron and glass building that was formerly the famous flower market, the museum brings over 200 years of London transport history to life through a stunning collection of historic vehicles, interactive exhibits and world-class design treasures. It's the kind of place that surprises everyone — children are captivated and adults are genuinely fascinated.
From the world's first underground railway to the iconic Routemaster bus, from horse-drawn omnibuses to the Elizabeth Line, the museum charts the remarkable evolution of London's transport network and shows how it shaped the city we know today. Children can climb aboard vintage buses and Tube trains, operate a simulated train on the Northern Line, and explore hands-on galleries designed to keep them engaged for hours. For design enthusiasts, the museum's collection of original transport posters is world-class — featuring works by Man Ray, Edward McKnight Kauffer and other pioneering graphic artists who helped define London's visual identity.
The nearest tube station is Covent Garden, literally a one-minute walk away, or Leicester Square which is around five minutes on foot. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours for a visit, though families with young children often stay much longer thanks to the dedicated play zones and interactive areas for under-7s. Entry is free for under 18s, making this one of the best-value family attractions in London. The museum sits right in the heart of London's West End — after your visit, take in a show on nearby Drury Lane or explore the Madame Tussauds waxwork museum, a short hop away on the Piccadilly line. For another family-friendly London experience, the Paddington Bear Experience and SEA LIFE London Aquarium are both within easy reach on the tube.
Book your London Transport Museum tickets in advance to guarantee entry, particularly during school holidays and weekends when it gets busy. The gift shop is one of the best museum shops in London, packed with vintage poster prints, model buses and unique transport-themed souvenirs that make perfect London keepsakes.
Pourquoi vous allez adorer
- ✓Montez à bord de bus, trams et rames de métro historiques magnifiquement préservés
- ✓Des galeries interactives avec des simulations de conduite de train
- ✓Une collection de renommée mondiale d'affiches et de créations emblématiques des transports londoniens
- ✓L'histoire de la façon dont les transports ont façonné Londres — fascinante pour tous les âges
- ✓Installé dans le superbe bâtiment de l'ancien marché aux fleurs de Covent Garden
Bon à savoir
Métro le plus proche
Covent Garden (1 min walk) / Leicester Square (5 min walk)
Durée
Allow 1.5-2 hours. Families with young children often spend longer
Accessibilité
Fully wheelchair accessible with lifts to all levels. Large print guides and sensory resources available. Accessible toilets throughout
Âge
Suitable for all ages. Particularly engaging for children aged 3-12. Children under 18 go free
Avis du public
Jonathan R.
February 2025
“Étonnamment fascinant, même pour les adultes. La collection de design est extraordinaire — ces affiches vintage sont de véritables œuvres d'art. Le bâtiment lui-même est magnifique.”
Paula M.
January 2025
“Un joyau caché à Covent Garden. Les enfants ont adoré grimper sur les vieux bus et le simulateur de train. Nous y avons passé près de 3 heures. Très belle boutique de souvenirs également.”
Tariq H.
December 2024
“A hidden gem in Covent Garden. The kids loved climbing on the old buses and the train simulator. We spent nearly 3 hours here. Great gift shop too.”
Questions fréquentes
Q : Est-ce gratuit pour les enfants ? R : Oui — l'entrée est gratuite pour les moins de 18 ans, ce qui fait de ce site l'une des attractions familiales offrant le meilleur rapport qualité-prix à Londres. Il
Yes — under 18s get free entry, making this one of the best-value family attractions in London. There's a small charge for adults.
Q : Les enfants peuvent-ils grimper sur les véhicules ? R : Oui — de nombreux véhicules historiques sont accessibles aux visiteurs, qui peuvent monter à bord et les explorer. Les enfants peuvent s'asseoir à la place du conducteur
Yes — many of the historic vehicles are open for visitors to climb aboard and explore. Children can sit in the driver's seat of vintage buses and Tube trains.
Q : Y a-t-il un espace de jeu pour les jeunes enfants ? R : Oui, il existe des zones de jeu dédiées et des espaces interactifs pour les moins de 7 ans, ainsi que des événements familiaux et des ateliers réguliers le week-end et pendant les vacances scolaires.
Yes, there are dedicated play zones and interactive areas for under-7s, plus regular family events and workshops at weekends and during school holidays.
Q : Combien de temps faut-il prévoir ? R : Les adultes sans enfants y passent généralement entre 1 et 1h30. Les familles avec de jeunes enfants restent souvent 2 à 3 heures en raison des espaces de jeu interactifs et des activités proposées.
Adults without children typically spend 1-1.5 hours. Families with young children often stay for 2-3 hours due to the interactive play areas and activities.
Q : La boutique de souvenirs vaut-elle le détour ? R : La boutique de souvenirs est excellente — remplie de cadeaux sur le thème des transports londoniens, d'affiches vintage, de bus miniatures et de souvenirs uniques. Elle
The gift shop is excellent — packed with London transport themed gifts, vintage poster prints, model buses and unique souvenirs. It's one of the best museum shops in London.
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£25