The London Museum

Opening late 2026. 

The London Museum, formerly the Museum of London, is opening at a spectacular new home in West Smithfield towards the end of 2026. After 45 years at its old London Wall site, the collection is moving into two restored market buildings in the heart of the City, a few minutes' walk from Farringdon.

It tells the story of London across 6,000 years, and there is a lot for your students to get into: Roman Londinium, the Great Fire, plagues and wars, the industrial revolution, right up to the fashion, music and movements shaping the capital now. More of the collection will be on display than ever before, in a space built for exploration rather than quiet observation.

Whatever your subject focus, from history and geography to art, citizenship or design, your group will find plenty here that feels both familiar and fascinating.