Discover the secrets of the Second World War in the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his war cabinet lived and worked. All tickets include a free audio guide. Advanced booking …
Discover the secrets of the Second World War in the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his war cabinet lived and worked. All tickets include a free audio guide. Advanced booking recommended to guarantee entry. Take a moment to rest, relax, and refuel in The Switchboard Café during your visit, with food freshly prepared onsite each day using the finest seasonal ingredients. Our café, located in the historic room once used by switchboard operators during the Second World War, is open daily from 10am-5pm. During your visit browse our wide range of inspiring and unique gifts, from books, clothing, and accessories to vintage posters, homeware, toys, and souvenirs. All inspired by IWM's collections and the stories they tell.
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May 11, 2025
We had tickets for 11 and boy there were lots of people in our way to see exhibits It would have been much more impressive if we weren’t managing to get around all the bodies The exhibits were ver…Full review by Monica M
May 10, 2025
Super disappointed. We were on a bit of a tight schedule but as we are museum members we decided we could manage a flying visit to the war rooms. We booked members tickets that give an arrival window…Full review by The_Big_Tash
May 10, 2025
A mix, some things were interesting, some not so interesting to me personally. The general experience is crowded and the corridors are small so it means you are pushing past people who decide to st…Full review by RobertoSolo
Is this place suitable for young children aged 4 to 6? We have been invited as a guest but unsure that it will be suitable.
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I think kids from about 12 and up would appreciate this fantastic museum. There is a family audio experience which would help but it’s not for the very young. 2 hours is too long.
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