Based in Covent Garden, the London Transport Museum showcases transport icons and ground-breaking design, from the red London bus to the first ever Tube map design.
Explore how London’s growth, culture and society have been intertwined with its transport system, from 1800 to today.
London Transport Museum
London
10AM–6PM
Follow the evolution of iconic vehicles, spot the world's first Underground steam train and examine the padded cell, a train carriage dating back to the 1890s.
Design lovers can marvel at the Design for Travel gallery, featuring pioneering advertising posters and artworks. Spot Harry Beck's original design for his ground-breaking London Underground map and chart the development of the world-famous roundel transport logo.
Get hands-on at interactive galleries, where you can step aboard real buses and trains and have a go on a Tube driving simulator.
If you’re keen to see more of the collection, visit the London Transport Museum Depot in Acton on one of its open days.
Make sure to leave enough time to browse the London Transport Museum shop and refuel in the Canteen cafe, both of which are free to enter without a ticket.
Full of London transport-themed gifts and souvenirs, the shop is a great place to pick up something unique. Find vintage Underground posters, furnishings inspired by classic designs and Transport for London branded items.
The Canteen overlooks Covent Garden Piazza and serves Insta-worthy coffees, sandwiches, soups and salads.
Address
The Piazza, London WC2E 7BB, United Kingdom