The capital of England is not just home to the best dining destinations but too boasts a fine selection of museums. Following the recent Brexit, travel gurus have declared the UK as a great travel bargain; its affordability has propelled London to become even more highly sought after than before.

From Victoria and Albert Museum, Grant Museum of Zoology to National Gallery London, here are The 9 Best Museums in London that all cultured travellers must check out. By the way, most of London’s major museums offer complimentary general admission. Now, you have no excuses to not make a special trip!

#1 BRITISH MUSEUM

Situated in the Bloomsbury area, the British Museum boasts a splendid collection of art and artefacts dedicated to art, culture and human history. You can easily spend half a day here marvelling at its architecture and various exhibitions. Like most museums in London, admission to the British Museum is complimentary for all visitors.

Great Russell St, London WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)20 7323 8299
Sat to Thu: 10am – 5.30pm
Fri: 10am – 8.30pm
Nearest Station: Russell Square / Holborn

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#2 GRANT MUSEUM OF ZOOLOGY AND COMPARATIVE ANATOMY

Located within the same compound of University College London, The Grant Museum of Zoology and Comparative Anatomy is a natural history museum showcasing approximately 68,000 specimens. Founded in 1828, you can find even extinct species of the animal kingdom such as the Dodo Bird and the Quagga.

21 University St, London WC1E 6DE, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 20 3108 2052
Mon to Sat: 1pm – 5pm
Closed on Sundays
Nearest Station: Euston Square

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Source: Science Museum

#3 SCIENCE MUSEUM, LONDON

For an educational experience, head over to the Science Museum. Located in South Kensington, the age-old museum itself is a major tourist attraction and attracts about 3.3 million visitors every year. A general admission day ticket starts at £8 per adult.

A general admission day ticket starts at £8 per adult.

Exhibition Rd, London SW7 2DD, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 870 870 4868
Daily: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: South Kensington

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#4 TATE MODERN LONDON

Tate Modern comprises four art galleries and features a curated collection of contemporary and international modern art. Entrance to most exhibits are free of charge, but admission fees do apply for special exhibitions.

Bankside, London SE1 9TG, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)20 7887 8888
Sun to Thu: 10am – 6pm
Fri and Sat: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Southwark

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#5 MUSEUM OF LONDON

From the prehistoric period to present day, the Museum of London is an award-winning institution that documents the city’s history. Admission is free and visitors also get to enjoy complimentary wifi.

150 London Wall, London EC2Y 5HN, United Kingdom
Tel: 020 7001 9844
Daily: 10am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Barbican

#6 NATIONAL GALLERY LONDON

The National Gallery is a must-visit for all art enthusiasts. The reputable art museum was founded in 1824 and houses more than 2,300 paintings. These masterpieces are dated from the mid-13th century to 1900. Over here, you can see the works of Leonardo da Vinci and Vincent van Gogh! Oh and access to view these artworks are free.

Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN, United Kingdom
Tel: 0800 912 6958
Sat to Thu: 10am – 6pm
Fri: 10am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Charing Cross

#7 NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM

The Natural History Museum has transcended time and geography with its impressive vast collection of specimens. The museum is committed to natural history and attracts more than five million visitors on an annual basis.

Drop by, admire the building’s architecture and partake in interactive exhibits. Admission to London’s Natural History Museum is free.

Cromwell Rd, London SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 5725
Daily: 10am – 5.50pm
Nearest Station: South Kensington

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#8 VICTORIA AND ALBERT MUSEUM

Founded in 1852, Victoria and Albert Museum is the world’s biggest museum of design and decorative arts. The permanent exhibition showcases over 4.5 million objects and it is perfectly normal if you end up spending more than an entire day at the world’s leading museum of art and design. Admission is free, but charges do apply for special exhibitions and events.

Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)20 7942 2000
Sat to Thu: 10am – 5.45pm
Fri: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: South Kensington

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#9 WALLACE COLLECTION

The Wallace Collection is free for all to visit. The stellar collections under this roof consists of furniture, paintings and porcelain etc. There is also a stunningly beautiful courtyard restaurant onsite called The Wallace Restaurant. Visit on a Friday evening and enjoy a meal under the stars!

Hertford House, Manchester Square, London W1U 3BN, United Kingdom
Tel: +44 20 7563 9500
Daily: 10am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Bond Street

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Borough Market is one of the largest and oldest wholesale and retail food markets in London. There are many things to see and do when you are on a holiday in London. If you are a food lover, a trip to Borough Market should be on the top of your list. Even if you are not a hard-core foodie, do not drop this off – really, you will not regret.

There are many goodies at Borough Market, but I will not be going into details as it is something that you must experience for yourself. Instead, I will share with you some of the things that you must see, do and eat at Borough Market.

Have a meal at Roast Restaurant

Start your adventure at Borough Market with a meal at Roast Restaurant. Perched above the Market, Roast uses seasonal ingredients to create classic British cooking. Otherwise, you should at least get the delicious pork belly sandwich from Roast-to-go (located at the foot of the lift to the restaurant).

Le Marche du Quartier’s duck confit sandwich

Speaking of sandwiches, there is another stall just a stone’s throw away from Roast-to-go, and they dish out excellent duck confit sandwiches. Le Marche du Quartier really changed my opinion of duck meat altogether.

Brindisa’s chorizo sandwich

Brindisa, one of the most famous shops at Borough Market, sells all kinds of Spanish produce. What you must not miss, however, is their legendary chorizo roll. Be prepared for a little queue, though.

A massive pan of paella.

This is perhaps one of the most visually-appealing stalls in Borough Market. I think the picture of the paella says it all. Make sure you try it when you are there. A box of warm paella certainly works wonders, especially on a cold and rainy day.

Very good salt beef sandwich

Any time is a good time to sink your teeth into a massive Salt Beef Sandwich. If you do not already know, this popular local snack is loaded with so much goodness – shredded deli red meat that is cured in brine, and thick and chunky pickles that burst with juice with every bite, all wrapped in lightly toasted wheat bread. And, good ol’ classic mustard to top it off is a fail-proof way to complete a sandwich.

I am still salivating and missing it so incredibly as I am typing this paragraph.

Coffee from Monmouth Coffee Company

Monmouth Coffee Company is one of the best and most renown coffee places in London. They roast coffee from single farms, estates and cooperatives.  A caffeine addict? Then you must not leave before getting yourself a cup of coffee here. But, be prepared, because the queue is going to be quite a pain.

As I bought a cup of hot Potato and Leek Soup from this stall that prepares their pots of goodness with home-grown ingredients and take my leave from Borough Market, it brought me so much joy and calmness. Whenever I travel to, I have always been fond of visiting local markets to feel the culture and learn more about what the locals eat and buy on a daily basis. But quite inexplicably, this trip to London’s famous Borough introduced me to produce and creations I never thought would be possible, yet at the same time, I see familiar food that are presented and appreciated in different ways. Sometimes, the simplest ways can be so heart-warming, and we really do not need caviar and truffle to please us everyday.

London Borough Market
8 Southwark St, London SE1 1TL, United Kingdom
Opening Hours – Thu: 11am – 5pm, Fri: 12pm – 6pm, Sat: 9am – 4pm
Nearest Tube Station: London Bridge

When I was planning my trip to Europe last year, I told myself that London must be included in the itinerary. Which is strange because London has never been one of the must-go cities for me. I guess it is partly because of my friends. Many of them are frequent visitors to London, and they have nothing but good things to say about the city.

London is indeed a stunning city. I don’t think I’ll ever love it like how I love Paris, or Barcelona, but I definitely want to come back again to learn more about her.

Regrettably, my stay in London was short, and I didn’t manage to try everything on my list of must-go places. I guess that’s my excuse for going back to London again! Anyway, here are some of the shots that I took, hope you like them!

London, see you soon!

Maison Bertaux (28 Greek Street London W1D 5DQ Tel: 020 7437 6007)

Kopapa Cafe (32-34 Monmouth Street, Covent Garden London, WC2H 9HA Tel: 020 7240 6076)

L’eto Caffe (155 Wardour Street, Soho London, W1F)

Koya Udon (49 Frith Street London W1D 4SG)

Hummingbird Bakery Cafe (Wardour Street London, UK W1F 8, Tel: 020 7851 1795)

Ottolenghi (63 Ledbury Road London, W11 2AD, Tel: 020 7727 1121)