# Wellcome Collection, London — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore the fascinating connections between medicine, life and art at this free Bloomsbury museum with wheelchair access, family facilities and an onsite restaurant for refreshments. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions/wellcome-collection (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # Wellcome Collection 183 Euston Road, Bloomsbury [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17100638855097942922&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Wellcome Collection](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/115149129337813830418) **In short:** Wellcome Collection is a museum in London, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,535 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Wellcome Collection Explore the fascinating connections between medicine, life and art at this free Bloomsbury museum with wheelchair access, family facilities and an onsite restaurant for refreshments. ## What's nearby - 30 Euston Square next door - Euston Square Gardens 150m away - University College London 150m away - University of London 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓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** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Shermin A](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116952016540210916506/reviews) ★★★★★ If you’re near King’s Cross with an hour to spare, skip the station cafes and come here. The Wellcome Collection is a total mood. Their rotating exhibitions are always deeply human, but the real star is the Reading Room upstairs. It’s a library with crazy cool decor and art mixed with books. It feels like a cozy, eccentric laboratory. Super accessible (only a 10-minute walk from the station) and a perfect quiet escape. · via Google [Martin Rapier](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112871031347151350216/reviews) ★★★★★ A great museum , actually a hidden gem. I went to visit after my plans changed and was pleasantly surprised. Very interesting exhibitions, lots of places to sit, a decent shop and a packed cafe. All free too. Excellent and highly recommended. Allow an hour or two get around. · via Google [klawrence](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104859916594258556440/reviews) ★★★★★ Wellcome Collection is one of the most underrated museums in London. The building is spread over several floors and includes many free displays and exhibitions. Free locker space is available on site, the museum is highly accessible, and there are many toilets, all of which were very clean during the visit. ♿ The temporary exhibition on ageing was creative and diverse (Apr26). The captioning throughout was consistently thought-provoking, often using the interests of the artist or object maker to ask direct questions of the viewer. The exhibition also gave clear attention to different cultures and different people’s identities, with accessibility considered across the displays (we took advantage of the audio guide). 🖼️ The café regularly offers a good selection of healthy food, and the gift shop has an unusually wide and interesting range compared with many museum shops. 🛍️ 5/5 ⭐ · via Google [E Chan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110324041936877213054/reviews) ★★★★★ I visited 'The Coming of Age' that examines our perceptions and experiences of aging. The display incorporates numerous modern artworks and historical objects, with the most striking for me being the walking stick of Charles Darwin and the commemorative cups given to centenarians by the Japanese government. The project 'auntiesocial' by Singoperans produces digital and AI-driven art honoring 'auntie culture,' while Japan's 'Restaurant of Mistaken Orders' highlights the pleasure of human interaction instead of productivity. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48761b25f10b008f:0xed51ac6f865b038a!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this museum offers free, thought-provoking exhibitions blending art, medicine, and science, with many accessible features like sensory packs and hoist toilets. They also highlight the peaceful Reading Room, which is ideal for quiet study or relaxation, and the excellent cafe with healthy food options. Guests mention the friendly and helpful staff, as well as convenient amenities like free lockers. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** 183 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BE [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5259047%2C-0.1338785) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (1,535 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 13+ **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** London [More attractions in London](https://staycation.co.uk/london/attractions) ★ 4.5 (1,535 reviews) [Visit official website](https://wellcomecollection.org/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [020 76112222](tel:02076112222) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** London **Postcode** NW1 2BE **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9C3XGVG8+9C [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48761b25f10b008f:0xed51ac6f865b038a!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48761b25f10b008f:0xed51ac6f865b038a!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48761b25f10b008f:0xed51ac6f865b038a!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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Wellcome Collection has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### How do I contact Wellcome Collection? 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