About The Cartoon Museum
Discover British cartoon art and comic history at this accessible central London museum showcasing beloved characters, political satire and graphic novels across changing exhibitions.
What's nearby
- University of Westminster Wells Street next door
- All Saints Margaret Street next door
- Lionsgate Films next door
- Hand & Lock next door
- Fo Guang Shan London Temple next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday
- 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Definitely look into it before you go so you know if it's your cup of tea, but I loved it! The history of comics and satire is so interesting, and the British focus makes it great for understanding how that history impacted the country itself (as well as international connections like France and America, etc. as relevant). There are more modern comics too and staples like Star Trek, so there's plenty to explore. An annual pass is still worth it if you only go once, honestly.
· via Google
Really enjoyed this space. As someone who really enjoys animation and specially political cartoons this museum is very well curated. It takes you through the history of political cartoons and their evolutions and it is a great place for someone who genuinely enjoys either history politics or animation and specially all three. They also have a little room for drawings for kids which I felt was great. There's also a separate section of the future of cartoons focusing on Sci-Fi pulp magazines and comic books which was also interesting. Well worth a visit.
· via Google
Really lovely little gallery - an enjoyable visit. A nice mix of the pioneers from the 1800s and classic political cartoonists from the last 100 years. There was also a second exhibitions featuring classic comics
· via Google
The Cartoon Museum is a delight from beginning to end. The work that is displayed is always enthralling and their customer service is superb. I bought something online from them and they went far and beyond in trying to make me feel totally satisfied with my buying experience. All in all this place is a quality establishment that I can happily recommend. James
· via Google
Visitors say this art museum houses a collection of comics and cartoons, with exhibitions exploring the history of pictorial comedy and social critique. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, and the reasonably priced tickets.
Some reviews mention the museum can be small.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 63 Wells Street, London, W1A 3AE Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.2 / 5 (1,265 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 1-2 hours
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- London