Gear up for discovery

Explore the Army’s story across four exciting floors, with soft play fun at Play Base for younger recruits.

Ten missions for curious kids

Step into history, unlock surprising stories and spark imaginations. Discover these 10 great ways for families to explore, play and learn.

Child and parent looking at exhibits in Formation gallery

Fun family events

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Gallery tour
Tour
28-29 Jul 2026 Free

Marching Orders: Admirable Artwork

Join us on a family-friendly gallery tour as we admire some of the paintings on display and uncover their stories.

Children attending a family tour
Tour
4-5 Aug 2026 Free

Marching Orders: Marvellous Medicine

Grab your scrubs, wash your hands and delve into the world of Army medicine on this interactive family tour.

Family doing some colouring in with crayons
Workshop
18-19 Aug 2026 Free

Voices from the Canvas: A Storytelling Tour

Come and take a moment to relax in our family hub during the summer holidays. Drop in at any time throughout the day.

Plan your visit

An average visit is 2-3 hours, but our galleries showcase thousands of objects that can keep you exploring all day.

A two-hour visit
  • See Lawrence of Arabia's robes and dagger in our Global Role gallery.
  • Discover Army running gear worn by Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes in Soldier gallery.
  • Admire the skeleton of Napoleon’s horse in the Conflict in Europe gallery.
  • Pop into the Café for a hot drink before you go.
A three-hour visit
  • Impress our virtual drill sergeant in Soldier gallery.
  • Discover Florence Nightingale's lantern in the Conflict in Europe gallery.
  • Learn about Army traditions and structure with the interactive displays in Formation gallery.
  • Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of battle in Soldier gallery.
  • Explore the Siborne Model and uncover the story of the Battle of Waterloo in the Conflict in Europe gallery.
  • Make a stop in the Shop for your very own badge.
Child and parents looking at Marengo in Conflict in Europe gallery

Visitor information

Opening times

Mon: Closed

Tue–Sun: 10.00am–5.30pm

Getting here

Sloane Square is a 10-minute walk

Victoria is a 20-minute walk

170 route stops outside the Museum

Ormonde Gate is the nearest docking station

Battersea Power Station Pier is a 15-minute walk

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