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Science Museum

Exhibition Road | South Kensington, London SW7 2DD, England
44 870 870 4868
Ranked #58 of 782 attractions in London
4.5 of 5 stars 274 Reviews
Type: Science Museums
Owner description: This museum chronicles the development of science and industry in Great Britain over the centuries, with an extensive collection from biochemistry and...... more » Owner description: This museum chronicles the development of science and industry in Great Britain over the centuries, with an extensive collection from biochemistry and photography to meteorology and astronomy. « less
Useful Information: Bathroom facilities, Stairs / elevator, Activities for young children, Lockers / storage
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Ciaran5922
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012 NEW

I remember this museum being fun and enjoyable, however whilst trying to engage the younger generation with the interactive experiences, its lost the magic of simple things such as a preserved brain and all the magic has been replaced with interactive computer which you can't look at in awe and wonder More

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swuzyg
Lowestoft
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11 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012 NEW

Firstly the fact that the museum is free is brilliant It is massive and there is so much to do. We were there for a few hours and only managed to look around the small wing! Perfect way to spend the day in London More

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WelshMurphy
n.wales
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12 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012 NEW

enjoyed everything. Well worth a visit An excellent day for all ages More

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imabadpixie
London
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13 reviews
5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012 NEW

Really good, insteresting museum for all ages... would have given 5 stars but its just impossible to have a go at any of the hands on exhibitions - unless you are prepared to shove a child out of the way. More

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uig
Carlisle
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16 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012 NEW

A great hands on museum. Massive rooms to show exhibits and activities. The scale of the place gives children the freedom to relax and be a bit noisy, Nothing here is boring. More

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johnboySheffield
Sheffield
Senior Contributor
40 reviews
31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012 NEW

Go early to avoid the queues. We did and had a nice few hours before it started to get busy. A chance to look around the wide range of exhibits before over-ecited children start running around pushing anything that looks like a button. Perhaps some of the exhibitions were focused more on the children - they were very simple messages... More

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JDavies106
Melksham, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012 NEW

Visited on a Sunday afternoon so was quite crowded, but for a free attraction there was loads to see and do! IMAX experience is additional cost. Easy to get to fromunderground station as well sign posted and this is also next door to the Natural History Museum (also free) and across the road from the Albert and Victoria Museum (also... More

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WorkNPlayHomenAway
London, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
33 reviews
35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012 NEW

Brilliant, free but sometimes very crowded. Something for everyone. Buy food and drink outside More

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RCam237
London
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12 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2012 NEW

Took our grandchildren to see the museum for the first time in years. They were happy to show us their favourite exhibits. But we could spend all day just looking at one room. More

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Mitchurchin
London
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38 reviews
47 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012 NEW

An essential visit on any trip to London, it's full of amazing exhibits and will expand anyones mind. Brilliant. More

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