Madame Tussauds London: Tickets

Madame Tussauds London FAQs

• Do I need to book tickets in advance for Madame Tussauds London?
• We always recommend booking tickets in advance for Madame Tussauds London. It’s one of the city's most popular tourist attractions so it gets incredibly busy so booking in advance guarantees your space and time and you won’t need to queue as queues do form!
• Can I bring a pushchair to Madame Tussauds London?
• Unfortunately, Madame Tussauds London doesn't allow pushchairs in for safety reasons. However they do have a storage room for them, don’t worry. They will also provide you with a baby carrier for smaller babies.
• Can I purchase my ticket with cash on arrival to Madame Tussauds London?
• Madame Tussauds London is now a cashless location, so unfortunately, you can’t purchase tickets on the day with cash.
• Are there any restrictions for the Chamber of Horrors at Madame Tussauds London?
• Yes, it’s not recommended to enter if you suffer from the following conditions: High Blood Pressure or a Heart Condition. Sensitive to loud noises. Affected by flashing lights. Sensory sensitivities. Pregnancy.

Madame Tussauds London Fun Facts

• The world’s first Madame Tussauds: Madame Tussauds London is the original wax museum! It was founded by Marie Tussaud way back in 1835.
• Marie Tussaud’s unusual career: Marie learned wax modelling by creating anatomical figures in Paris before moving on to celebrities, royals, and political leaders!
• From Baker Street to Marylebone: The first permanent Madame Tussauds opened on Baker Street, before moving to its current site on Marylebone Road in 1884.
• Over 250 wax figures on display: Madame Tussauds London is home to more than 250 lifelike figures of movie stars, singers, sports icons, royals, and politicians.
• The eerie Chamber of Horrors: The famous Chamber of Horrors shows waxworks of criminals, execution scenes, and even death masks that were created during the French Revolution.
• Always up to date: New figures are regularly added to the collection to ensure you always see modern names of today alongside historic legends!
• Six months to make one figure: It takes up to six months and around £150,000 to create a single wax figure, with every strand of hair inserted by hand!
• Meet world leaders in one place: From Winston Churchill and Mahatma Gandhi to Barack Obama and Queen Elizabeth II, world leaders past and present stand side by side in Madame Tussauds London!
• Marvel Super Heroes 4D: Superheroes fans can enjoy the Marvel 4D experience which features characters like Spider-Man, Hulk, and Iron Man!
• The Royal Family in wax: The British Royal Family has been a highlight since Queen Victoria’s time. Today, you can see King Charles III, the Prince and Princess of Wales, and more!
• Bollywood stars shine too: It’s not just Hollywood at Madame Tussauds London, you can also see Bollywood celebrities as well!
• ‍Interactive and photo-friendly: Unlike most museums, Madame Tussauds encourages selfies and close-up photos with your favourite stars!