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Are your kids fascinated by history? Take them to The Old Operating Theatre Museum. Built in 1822, this interesting room is found in the roof space of an English Baroque Church. Learn all about the history of the ward and what life was like in the 1800s. The Theatre provided an ideal area for demonstrating surgical skills, with help from the large skylight above.

Somewhere To Eat?

There is no cafe but lots of cafes in the area.

Are There Toilets?

There are no toilets.

Want To Treat Yourself?

There is a shop that sells a range of gifts and toys.

Where Shall I Park?

There are a few places to park nearby. As it is London charges apply.

Features

  • Indoor
  • Disabled Access

Category

Museums

Museums

Suitable For

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Opening Times

Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10.30am until 5pm, last entry at 4.15pm

Price Information

  • Full : £7.50
  • Concession : £6
  • Child (-16) : £4.50
  • Family : £18.00

Facilities

Limited disabled accessBraille guide and a hearing loop

How To Get There

Directions

The museum is located in Central London, in Southwark. Just south of Tower Bridge.

Static google map of The Old Operating Theatre Museum

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