Royal Institution

Faraday's basement laboratory, preserved, plus the lecture theatre where the Christmas Lectures happen. Ten elements were discovered in this building.

Visiting Royal Institution

• Area: Central London
• Category: science, Museums, Historic Sites
• Entry: free to enter
• Rain exposure: you will stay bone dry
• How long to allow: 2-4 hours recommended to fully explore

Opening hours

• Mon: 09:00-17:00
• Tue: 09:00-17:00
• Wed: 09:00-17:00
• Thu: 09:00-17:00
• Fri: 09:00-17:00
• Sat: Closed
• Sun: Closed

Getting there

Check venue for details. Easily accessible by tube

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What to expect

• Permanent collection access
• Educational exhibits
• Audio guide available
• Historic building
• Guided tours available
• Educational information

Accessibility

Please contact venue for accessibility information • Direct station access likely has step-free options

Booking

Free entry - walk-ins welcome during opening hours

Good to know

• Door to door under cover.
• Free entry - donations welcome
• Allow 2-3 hours to fully explore

Other museums in Central London

• British Museum
• Churchill War Rooms
• Foundling Museum
• Sir John Soane's Museum
• The Postal Museum

More museums across London

• Natural History Museum
• Victoria & Albert Museum
• British Library
• Cutty Sark
• Eltham Palace

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