# The Household Cavalry Museum, London — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Step into the world of Britain's most iconic mounted regiments at this fascinating military museum in Horse Guards, where families can discover centuries of royal ceremonial history. Fully accessible throughout with baby-changing facilities and pushchair-friendly galleries. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions/the-household-cavalry-museum (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # The Household Cavalry Museum Horse Guards [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12034882786843589216&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Arsen Shahinyan](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112809545592358498471) **In short:** The Household Cavalry Museum is a museum in London, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 3,464 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Household Cavalry Museum Step into the world of Britain's most iconic mounted regiments at this fascinating military museum in Horse Guards, where families can discover centuries of royal ceremonial history. Fully accessible throughout with baby-changing facilities and pushchair-friendly galleries. ## What's nearby - The King’s Life Guard next door - Banqueting House next door - Old War Office Building next door - Victoria Embankment Gardens: Whitehall Gardens 200m away - Trafalgar Square 350m away 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** 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 Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Rik](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108343434915048889876/reviews) ★★★★★ Great little museum, actually in horse guards itself so you can see the regiment looking after it's horses first hand. The history is niche but wonderful, with a compelling sense of the ethos and character of the place through exhibits of armour, medals, photos, uniforms, writing and so on. Be aware that the museum is necessary small but still it is a wonderful insight into the regimental life. · via Google [Neeru Das](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113936870167898374730/reviews) ★★★★★ Horse Guards building is located in Whitehall, London, United Kingdom, SW1A 2AX, between Whitehall and St. James's Park. It was built in 18th C, replacing an earlier building, to be used as barracks and stables for the Household Cavalry. The first Horse Guards building was commissioned by King Charles II in 1663, on the same site of the cavalry stables, on the tiltyard of the Whitehall, during the Common wealth. Built of red brick then and at a cost of 4000 £. Horse Guards, originally formed the entrance to the Palace of Whitehall and later St James's Palace. Entry to the park, then an enclosed private garden, was controlled by special ivory passes issued to favoured courtiers, a tradition which continues even today. Horse Guards has been the site where the King's Life Guards have been mounted, since the Restoration of King Charles II in 1660. The building is famous for the daily ceremonies of the Changing of the King's Life Guard, conducted by soldiers of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment. Though still in military use, part of the building houses the Household Cavalry Museum, which is open to the public. It still functions as a gateway between Whitehall and St James's Park. The Household Cavalry Museum is official and is located in the Horse Guards. Visitors can view the horses in the 18th C working stables, through a glazed partition. Exhibits explain the training and history of the regiment. Visitors to the museum are also welcome to watch the afternoon inspection of the guards and horses that happen's daily at 4 pm Two mounted sentries guard the entrance of the HG building, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, with an hourly change. Since this change happens hourly, it offers, tourists like us, to take over the clicking of photo's happily. I loved their smartness and the dignified way of perching themselves on the horseback, with a straight spine and NO droop what so ever. · via Google [Colin Newland](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117097640726655419970/reviews) ★★★★★ I was disappointed. The displays were good but limited in their historical scope. Their history is so much more but sadly limited by space. I paid 50% of standard price with a voucher...do not pay full price. · via Google [A Hanna](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102537491640975840667/reviews) ★★★★★ The parade is very well organized, the horses are magnificent, and the officers look very elegant and impeccable. It's a beautiful tradition that underscores the importance of each changing of the guard. Beautiful, elegant, and traditionally military. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487604cff865ca8f:0xa7047e218f467a60!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this museum offers a fascinating insight into the Household Cavalry's history, featuring a great collection of uniforms, historical relics, and interactive exhibits. They also highlight the opportunity to see the working stables and horses up close, and appreciate the knowledgeable and friendly staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 66 Horse Guards Avenue, Whitehall, London, SW1A 2AX [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5049111%2C-0.1273704) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (3,464 reviews) **Prices from** £8 **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** London [More attractions in London](https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions) ★ 4.5 (3,464 reviews) From £8 [Book tickets — from £7.95](https://www.awin1.com/pclick.php?p=41860468158&a=35498&m=86769) on Lovetovisit — affiliate link [Visit official website](https://www.householdcavalrymuseum.co.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [020 7930 3070](tel:02079303070) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** London **Postcode** SW1A 2AX **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3XGV3F+X3 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487604cff865ca8f:0xa7047e218f467a60!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487604cff865ca8f:0xa7047e218f467a60!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487604cff865ca8f:0xa7047e218f467a60!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near London Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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The Household Cavalry Museum is best for ages 4+. ### Is The Household Cavalry Museum wheelchair accessible? The Household Cavalry Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### How do I contact The Household Cavalry Museum? 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