The Postal Museum

Overview

The Postal Museum in London offers a fascinating journey through the history of Britain's postal service. Explore over 400 years of history, from the earliest days of the postal system to the modern era. The museum features interactive exhibits, historic artifacts, and even a mail rail ride, making it a unique and educational experience for all ages.

The Postal Museum is a unique historical attraction that showcases the evolution of the postal service in Britain, highlighting its impact on communication and society.

History Interactive Educational

Location

Address

15-20 Phoenix Place, London, Greater London

Neighborhood: Bloomsbury

Coordinates

51.520200, -0.125400

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

£18

Children

£9

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Spring exhibitions
• Outdoor displays

summer

hot

• Extended hours
• Outdoor events

autumn

cool

• Fall exhibitions
• Historical reenactments

winter

cold

• Holiday decorations
• Winter exhibits

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

GBP

Typical Costs

entry £18

parking £8

food £12

souvenirs £15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Postal Museum App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Heathrow Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

£40 30 min

public_transport

£5 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

metro

£2 15 min

bus

£1.50 20 min

taxi

£10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

where_is Where is

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Mail Rail entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, public spaces

prohibited areas exhibitions, restricted zones

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

British Museum

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Museum

Russell Square

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+44 20 7239 2574

info@postalmuseum.org

www.postalmuseum.org

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