Museums of London | London Expat Directory

Imperial War Museum - is unique in its coverage of conflicts, especially those involving Britain and the Commonwealth, from the First World War to the present day. Their exhibits range from tanks and aircraft to photographs and personal letters; they include film and sound recordings, and some of the 20th century's best-known paintings. It's another freebie and one worth putting aside at the very least three to four hours for.

Museum of London - A massive collection of over a million items, the Museum of London is a must see. Featuring seven - free to enter - permanent galleries:

• London before London
• Roman London
• Dark Age, Saxon and medieval London
• Tudor and early Stuart London
• Late Stuart London
• 18th-century London
• World City, 1789-1914

as well as an ever changing array of exhibitions. Give yourself plenty of time for this one.