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Royal Air Force Museum London

National Museum & Exhibition · Greater London, England · Grahame Park Way, London, NW9 5LL

Royal Air Force Museum London is a national museum & exhibition in Greater London, England. Entry is free. 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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PriceFree entry
RAF Museum official page: free entry to all areas; book free tickets online. Grahame Park Way NW9 5LL (satnav NW9 5QW). Car parking is charged; no on-site parking before 10am.
Opening timesDaily 10am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm); Hangars 2-6 close 4.30pm.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time.
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
All ages.
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
FoodTwo cafés, 10am-4.30pm.
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsFree entry; see the Hangars first. Bring a picnic.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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