Imperial War Museum London
#154🏛️ History & CivilizationLondon, United Kingdom

Imperial War Museum London

Britain's military history

About the museum

Five museums in one (London, North, Duxford, HMS Belfast, Churchill War Rooms), the IWM tells the story of conflict involving Britain and the Commonwealth from WWI onward.

Must-see highlights

  • ◆Atrium of weaponry (Spitfire, V-2)
  • ◆Holocaust Galleries
  • ◆Second World War Galleries
  • ◆Free entry

Recognition

🏆 Free entry

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