Unique Attractions in London: London Transport Museum

When traveling in London, if you want to find a unique and meaningful attraction, then the London Pass recommends checking out the London Transport Museum. Through a variety of urban transport vehicles, as well as colorful posters, artworks, photographs, films, and video clips, it vividly illustrates the close connection between transport and the development, culture, and society of modern London since 1800, making it a favorite among families with children.

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Housed in a former flower market building in Covent Garden, the museum's earliest collection began in the 1920s. At that time, the London General Omnibus Company decided to preserve two Victorian horse-drawn carriages and an early motorcycle for future generations to view and learn from. Today, the museum's collection has grown to over 500,000 items, from the world's first underground electric train to one of the most important collections of poster art of the 20th century.

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The museum is spread across three floors with 14 exhibition areas. The ground floor is the largest and is typically used for current exhibitions as well as the permanent exhibition on London's underground and surface transport. The second floor highlights the history of London's steam-powered underground from 1863 to 1905, along with the development of the suburbs. The third floor showcases 19th-century London.

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The Museum Depot covers over 6,000 square meters and houses more than 320,000 items, including original artworks used in the museum's famous posters, vehicles, signs, models, photographs, engineering drawings, and uniforms. Together, they form one of the world's most comprehensive and important records of urban transport. The depot also features the "London Transport Miniature Railway," built as a replica of real London Underground locomotives, carriages, signals, and signs.

Dedicated to showcasing the history of urban transport and its important role in city development, with various artifacts, incredible exhibitions, and much more, this unique and fascinating museum holds great appeal for both adults and children. Add it to your London travel list!

Museum Address: Covent Garden Piazza, London WC2E 7BB

Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 18:00 (last entry 17:00)

Ticket Price: £18.50, free entry with the London Pass