Museum of London Docklands for Tourists
From Roman settlement to Docklands’ regeneration, this 200 year old warehouse reveals the long history of London as a port through stories of trade, migration and commerce.
Here you can find all sorts of objects from whale bones to World War II gas masks, and galleries including Sailortown, an atmospheric re-creation of 19th century riverside London; and London, Sugar & Slavery, which reveals the part the capital played in the transatlantic slave trade.
With ancient finds, unusual objects, fascinating tours and walks, as well as an extensive archive and library, Museum of London Docklands is one of the capital’s hidden gems and, together with Museum of London, will complete your introduction to the city.
Top 10 things to see...
A visit to Museum of London Docklands would not be complete without seeing some of our very special objects. So make sure you don't miss out!
- A Roman amphora used to import fish sauce to London, around AD100
- Casts of Yoruba sculptures, about AD1100–1400
- A model of London Bridge as it once was in the 15th century
- Jawbones from whales captured by London whale hunters in the 16th century
- Venture into the mysterious alleyways of 19th century Sailortown
- Corpses of executed pirates were hung in this 18th century gibbet cage
- A consul shelter protected wardens and policemen working on the Docks during World War II air raids
- A section of a molten cast iron column from the Docks that bears witness to the intense heat of fires caused by bombings during World War II
- A model of modern-day Canary Wharf
- Jack the Ripper and the East End exhibition, open until 2 November 2008. This special exhibition is the first to explore the infamous Jack the Ripper murders and their legacy.
*Additional charge applies
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