Churchill War Rooms
Clive Steps, King Charles Street
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About Churchill War Rooms
Step into the secret underground headquarters where Churchill directed Britain's wartime operations, with fascinating wartime artefacts and immersive displays. Fully wheelchair accessible with facilities for families.
What's nearby
- Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office next door
- Queen Elizabeth II Centre 200m away
- Central Hall Westminster 250m away
- St James's Park 350m away
- Westminster Abbey 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:30 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
We spent four and a half hours here and it still wasn't long enough, although a couple of hours is enough if you want a quick look around the museum and to wander through the corridors looking at the rooms. Fascinating insight into the war, the lives of the people who worked in the war rooms and of course Churchill himself. You feel you are walking in the footsteps of the man himself. Visited the cafe. The scones were incredible and they serve great tea! I'll be back.
· via Google
Wow ! If you like history please go. What an amazing experience. Steeped in history. It has been preserved since world war 2 every room was filled with amazing artefact. There was the audio tour as well. Tickets are priced mid range however I bought the yearly membership so I can now visit again and the other sites. As it worked out to be more economical. The coffee I had was amazing as well in cafe. I felt I was sitting in world war 2. Go with friends family or by your self. But do go if you love history or just want to witness something that was from a time that turkey changed the world. I have studied about it in school but after this experience I was absolutely over joyed. Thank you to the volunteers and staff for making it a great experience.
· via Google
What an interesting place! Loved learning more about the history, seeing pieces of memorabilia that are well preserved. The gift shop is also cool. Had to wait a bit outside even though I arrived before my time. It was great to have the audio guide. I’m glad I came by myself though, it would have been boring for small kids in my opinion.
· via Google
Frankly, historical aspects aside, it was a disappointing experience for me. £32 to visit such a tiny place, remain restricted to the corridors, and without a guide? I was out in less than 20 minutes. If you've previously been to Tito's Bunker in Bosnia, you'll appreciate my dismay. There, the place is huge, you are allowed to enter every room, truly live the experience, and have a mandatory guide by your side for more than an hour, all for about £11. Go see it on Google maps and you'll understand. I would have given more stars if the fee was £5.
· via Google
People say this museum offers a fascinating and immersive glimpse into WWII history, with many rooms preserved exactly as they were, including the Map Room and Churchill's office. Visitors also highlight the excellent, informative audio guides and the extensive Churchill Museum, which provides deep insight into his life. They also mention the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the convenient on-site cafe and gift shop.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- King Charles Street, London, SW1A 2AQ Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (15,847 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Suggested visit
- 3-4 hours
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Westminster