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IWM London

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IWM London is the Imperial War Museum's flagship site on Lambeth Road, south of the Thames. Its six floors cover conflict from the First World War to the present day, with art, film and photography galleries.

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Where to stay

  • WaterlooMain rail hub with plenty of hotels, about a 14-minute walk
  • SouthwarkRiverside district with a wide choice of hotels, a short bus or Tube ride away
  • Elephant & CastleBudget and mid-range options, about 10 minutes' walk
  • WestminsterCentral hotels across the river, a short bus ride away

Getting there

  • Lambeth North Underground is a 7-minute walk, Elephant & Castle 10 minutes and London Waterloo 14 minutes
  • Buses 3, 59, 159, 344 and 360 serve the museum
  • There is no general car parking; a few Blue Badge spaces off Brook Drive must be reserved at least three days ahead
TipThere is no public parking at the museum, so stay near Waterloo or Lambeth North and walk or use the Tube.

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Where is the best place to stay near IWM London?

Waterloo: Main rail hub with plenty of hotels, about a 14-minute walk. Southwark: Riverside district with a wide choice of hotels, a short bus or Tube ride away. Elephant & Castle: Budget and mid-range options, about 10 minutes' walk. Westminster: Central hotels across the river, a short bus ride away.

How do I get to IWM London?

Lambeth North Underground is a 7-minute walk, Elephant & Castle 10 minutes and London Waterloo 14 minutes. Buses 3, 59, 159, 344 and 360 serve the museum. There is no general car parking; a few Blue Badge spaces off Brook Drive must be reserved at least three days ahead.

Any tips for visiting IWM London?

There is no public parking at the museum, so stay near Waterloo or Lambeth North and walk or use the Tube.

Which airport is closest to IWM London?

The nearest airport on this site is London City Airport, about 7 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.