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Madame Tussauds London

National Museum & Exhibition · Greater London, England

Madame Tussauds London is a national museum & exhibition in Greater London, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £27 · Child £27 · Family £108
Official site: day tickets from £27 per person when booked online in advance (the lowest date price; most dates cost more, and walk-up is dearer). Family figure is 4 people at that lowest price. Merlin Annual Pass from £139. The FAQ says £29 online in advance and about £39-£42 on the day.
Opening timesOpens around 10am; closes between 3pm and 6pm depending on the day.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time; first slot of the day.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsBook the first slot and do the celebrity rooms first. Combine with the Sherlock Holmes Museum.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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