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Reopening our doors

The National Army Museum is planning to reopen from Wednesday 19 May, with measures in place so you can enjoy your experience here as safely as possible. Entry remains free, but we are asking visitors to book a time slot online before arriving.

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Our dynamic galleries showcase thousands of objects from across our collections. Situated over four floors, they tell a huge range of stories from the Army's history.

About the galleries

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Galleries at a glance

From Napoleon’s horse to Lawrence of Arabia’s robes, there's a lot to explore in our galleries. But if you're short of time, here are some of the most popular things to see and do.

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Opening hours

Museum

Mon-Sun: Closed

Templer Study Centre

Mon-Sun: Closed

Opening hours

Play Base

Mon-Sun: Closed

The Shop

Mon-Sun: Closed

The Café

Mon-Sun: Closed

Getting here

Tube

Sloane Square is a 10-minute walk.

Train

Victoria is a 20-minute walk.

Bus

170 stops outside the Museum.

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Getting here

Cycle

Ormonde Gate is the nearest Santander Cycles docking station.

River Bus

Battersea Power Station Pier is a 15-minute walk.

Something for everyone

Families

Family visits

There's plenty for you and your family to enjoy at the National Army Museum. Explore our interactive galleries, develop new skills at the Play Base, grab a bite to eat in The Café and pick up a souvenir from The Shop.

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Groups

Group visits

We're an ideal destination for group outings, whether you’re looking to learn something new or simply to socialise.

Schools

Schools visits

We have developed a comprehensive learning service for primary and secondary schools.

The Café

The Café is a perfect place to meet, eat and drink. We serve the best whole-leaf tea and hand-roasted coffee, together with tasty, seasonal food.

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The Shop

The Shop offers carefully chosen ranges rich in culture and contemporary design inspired by the history of the Army and the Museum's collections.

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Please refrain from bringing food and drink into the National Army Museum.

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Facilities

Visitor Information

We offer a range of facilities including accessible toilets, baby changing and feeding areas, and free Wi-Fi throughout the museum.

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Visitor Information

Access and equality

We hope that everyone who visits will be able to enjoy their experience. There is full access to the galleries and we have a wide range of services for disabled visitors.

Contacting us

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National Army Museum
Royal Hospital Road
Chelsea
London SW3 4HT

020 7730 0717
info@nam.ac.uk

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Plan a visit

Reopening our doors

Plan your day at the National Army Museum

Galleries at a glance

What are people saying about the National Army Museum?

Coming soon from the National Army Museum

Far and Away: Fighting, Campaigning and Travelling in the English Civil War

Virtual Battlefield Tour: Balaklava

SAS Great Escapes

Opening hours

Museum

Templer Study Centre

Opening hours

Play Base

The Shop

The Café

Getting here

Tube

Train

Bus

Plan your route

Getting here

Cycle

River Bus

Something for everyone

Family visits

Group visits

Schools visits

The Café

The Shop

Please refrain from bringing food and drink into the National Army Museum.

Facilities

Access and equality

Contacting us

Get in touch

Contact

Join the conversation

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