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Madame Tussauds London

August 17, 2025 15:18

Madame Tussauds London is a legendary wax museum. It was founded in 1835 and named after its creator, Marie Tussauds. With over 180 years of existence, the museum has become one of London's most popular tourist attractions, where guests can immerse themselves in a world of celebrity, history and interactivity.

Name	Madame Tussauds London
Country	United Kingdom
Address	Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LR
Year of foundation	1835 (on Baker Street), current house opened 1884
Square	(exact area not publicly stated)
Manager (Senior General Manager)	Steve Blackburn (mentioned in connection with Kate Middleton)
Wax figures on display	Over 150 figures (interactive areas), up to 300+ according to other sources

What is Madame Tussauds London?

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Madame Tussauds London is a world famous wax museum that opened in 1835. It was founded by French sculptor Marie Tussauds and was originally a small show in Baker Street. The collection grew over time and in 1884 the museum moved to a larger building on Marylebone Road.

Today the museum offers interactive areas, photogenic scenes with figures of world celebrities, and special effects that make up the spirit of the capital in the “Spirit of London” themed ride, a 4D Marvel show, and the iconic “Chamber of Horrors”, which demonises figures of the French Revolution and famous criminals.

Every visitor can come face to face with more than 150 figures. From royalty and film stars to comic book characters and musicians, there is an exhibit for every taste. Viewers are immersed in a fascinating mix of history, pop culture and technology.

Madame Tussauds London what's inside?

The exhibits cover a wide range. Here you can see:

contemporary showbiz stars;
athletes;
historical figures;
fictional characters.

Popular ones include: the royal family, Marvel, filḿ and music stars.

Themes are also divided into zones including Awards Party, Fashion Runway, Royal Palace, Marvel Hall of Heroes, Star Wars, Culture Capital, Baker Street Studios, Impossible Festival and others with added interactivity, rides and photo zones

The exhibition changes every year: old figures are replaced with new ones, current celebrities and trending characters are introduced.

Madame Tussauds London wax figures

There are different areas and attractions in the premises. The main areas and displays are as follows:

Awards Party (Hollywood Party). Red carpet, spotlights, photo zones with world-class actors and actresses. Among the figures you can meet Leonardo DiCaprio, Benedict Cumberbatch, Dwayne Johnson, Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman. Here you can strike a pose with a winning Oscar or take a photo with James Bond.
Royal Palace (Royal Gallery). Members of the British royal family: King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Elizabeth II, Prince William, Princess Kate, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The decorations are in the style of the royal halls, with gilded frames, chandeliers and flags.

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Music Zone (Music Stage). Immersive concert experience through the figures of Michael Jackson, Adele, Beyoncé, Harry Styles, Freddie Mercury, Ed Sheeran. You can ‘stand on stage’ and feel like a star.
Sports Zone. Figures of Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Serena Williams, Usain Bolt, Lewis Hamilton. Decorated as a sports arena where guests can ‘compete’ with the champions.
Culture Capital & World Leaders. Politicians, scientists and artists: Albert Einstein, Mahatma Gandhi, Winston Churchill, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Shakespeare.

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Film & TV. Heroes of cult films: Harry Potter, Luke Skywalker, Yoda, Chewbacca, Spider-Man, Iron Man. Star Wars Zone was created with the support of Lucasfilm.
Marvel Hall of Heroes (Marvel in 4D). Iron Man, Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Black Panther. Cinema 4D with wind, vibration and water drop effects.

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Impossible Festival (Music Fest). A new zone where world musicians of different epochs are ‘gathered’ in one place. The atmosphere of an open festival with stage sets.
Spirit of London Ride (A ride through the history of London). Mini-attraction: guests get into stylised taxis and ‘ride’ through the epochs of London's history from the Great Fire to the swinging sixties.
Chamber of Horrors. Historical figures of criminals, scenes of executions, and the history of crime in Britain. The atmosphere is dark, with frightening sound effects.
Fashion Runway. Interactive: guests walk down the catwalk under camera flashes alongside Kendall Jenner and other models.
Behind the Scenes. A demonstration of the waxwork process from 3D scans and measurements to hair and eye colouring.

Where is Madame Tussauds London?

The museum is located on Marylebone Road (left next to Baker Street). It is in the city centre, surrounded by the streets of Westminster. It is conveniently accessible by both tube and bus. There is also walking distance from the main tourist routes.

Madame Tussauds London map

Madame Tussauds London how to get there?

Madame Tussauds London is conveniently located in central London and offers a host of access options from tube and buses to its own car lift.

The museum is located at Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LR, United Kingdom

Located in Central London, in the Marylebone area, just off Baker Street.

The nearest railway station

Marylebone Station is approximately 10 minutes walk away. Chiltern Railways trains run from here to the suburbs and other cities.

The nearest underground station

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Baker Street Underground Station is directly opposite the museum.

Lines:

Bakerloo (brown).
Circle (yellow).
Hammersmith & City (pink).
Jubilee (grey).
Metropolitan (purple).

From any part of London you can change to one of these lines.

Bus stops

Baker Street Station or Madame Tussauds (Stop H):

13 (Golders Green - Victoria);
18 (Sudbury - Euston);
27 (Chalk Farm - Hammersmith);
30 (Marble Arch - Hackney Wick);
74 (Putney - Baker Street);
205 (Paddington - Bow Church);
453 (Deptford Bridge - Marylebone);
N13, N18, N74, N205 (night routes).

Oxford Street is only 15-20 minutes from Oxford Street and Regent's Park is about 5-7 minutes.

By car

The museum is located in the Congestion Charge zone (paid entry to the centre). Be aware of traffic and limited parking spaces.

Parking

Parking spaces are available as follows:

Q-Park Marylebone. 5 minute walk, around £12-15 for 2 hours.
NCP Car Park London Marylebone Road. 3 minute walk.

There are no free car parks nearby, so it is advisable to plan your schedule in advance to get to free spaces.

Visitor Information

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Before visiting, it's a good idea to find out about opening hours, tickets and combo options to help plan the perfect day out in London. In addition, you can always keep track of changes and up-to-date information on the official website. A few days before your visit, you should check the museum's opening hours and rules, as some things may change depending on the season.

Opening hours

Standard: the museum is open every day, without weekends.

Usually from 10:00 to 16:00 or 17:00 (depending on the day of the week and season).

On public holidays and during school holidays, the schedule may be extended to 18:00.

Last entry is 1 hour before closing time.

It is better to check the current schedule on the official website before visiting.

Tickets

Admission Ticket includes:

Access to all areas of the museum including Spirit of London Ride and Marvel 4D Experience.
Opportunity to have your photo taken with the figures.
Access to interactive areas and shows.

madame tussauds london tickets — Madame Tussauds London tickets

Approximate prices (online booking is cheaper than on-site):

Adult (16+) from £33-£39 when purchased online, from £42 on site.
Child (3-15 years) from £30-£35 online.
Children under 3 years old are free.
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) from £120.
Fast Track (priority entry) from £45-£55.

Combo tickets (2 in 1, 3 in 1, 4 in 1) can combine a visit to the museum with other attractions:

London Eye.
SEA LIFE London Aquarium.
Shrek's Adventure! London.
The London Dungeon.

The price of the package is cheaper than buying each ticket separately. For example: Madame Tussauds + London Eye will cost from £50-£55 per adult, and Madame Tussauds + London Eye + SEA LIFE from £65-£70.