Madame Tussauds London Tickets: Skip-the-Line Entry
About this tour
Step into Madame Tussauds London and get face to face with more than 150 wax figures of celebrities, musicians, athletes, royals, and world leaders. The attraction is laid out in themed zones you can wander at your own pace, and the whole idea is to walk right up and pose for photos with the figures. Most people spend about two to three hours here. Buying your ticket ahead of time guarantees entry and keeps you out of the walk-up queue, which gets long in peak season.
Highlights
- Stand next to lifelike wax figures of celebrities, historical icons, and sports legends
- Explore themed zones with interactive, hands-on exhibits
- Get right up close to your favorite stars
- Snap photos you can only get here, posing with the figures
- Visit the original Madame Tussauds, open on Marylebone Road since 1884
- A fully indoor attraction, a reliable pick on a rainy London day
Places You Will Visit
Included / Excluded
- Entry to Madame Tussauds London
- Fast-track priority access through a dedicated entrance (depending on the option you choose)
- Visit to the 1835 Champagne Bar with a complimentary drink (depending on the option you choose)
Good to Know: Zones, Opening Hours, and Getting There
Madame Tussauds London is split into themed zones you can work through at your own pace. The Royal Family area puts you alongside wax figures of the British monarchy, while the Film zone lets you pose with characters from big-screen blockbusters. The Music zone lines up pop and rock legends, the Sports zone has world-class athletes, and the World Leaders zone covers influential figures past and present. Each area comes with interactive displays and plenty of spots to grab a photo.
Opening hours shift with the day and the season, so confirm them on the official website before you come. The attraction is usually open from around 09:00 or 10:00 and closes somewhere between 16:00 and 18:00, with extended hours during busy periods and holidays; it is closed 24 to 31 August and on 25 December. It sits on Marylebone Road (NW1 5LR), a short walk from Baker Street Underground station, which several lines serve. Buses run nearby too. Parking is limited and traffic is heavy, so public transport is the easier way in.
Weather in London
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Available Days / Times
- Monday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:30, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:30, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:45
- Tuesday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:30, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:30, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:45
- Wednesday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:30, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:30, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:45
- Thursday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:30, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:30, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:45
- Friday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:30, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:30, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:45
- Saturday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:30, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:30, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:45
- Sunday : 09:00, 09:15, 09:30, 09:45, 10:00, 10:15, 10:30, 10:45, 11:00, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00, 12:15, 12:30, 12:45, 13:00, 13:15, 13:30, 13:45, 14:00, 14:15, 14:30, 14:45, 15:00, 15:15, 15:30, 15:45, 16:00, 16:15, 16:30, 16:45, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:45
Last updated: Oct 23, 2026
Important Information
- Book online ahead of time to guarantee entry and save time at the door
- Check the official website for current opening hours before you go
- Arrive early in the day to beat the longest queues, especially in peak season
- A combination ticket is worth considering if you want to add nearby attractions
- Photography is allowed, so bring a camera
- Plan for 2 to 3 hours to see everything
- Check for special events or seasonal figures running during your visit
- Expect security checks, including bag searches, on the way in
- Do not touch or climb on the wax figures
- Follow directions from the on-site staff
- Keep a safe distance from the exhibits
- Keep children supervised throughout the visit
- No food or drinks inside the exhibit areas
- Be considerate of other visitors and keep the noise down
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