Overview
Location
Florence Nightingale Museum
- Address
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Gassiot House
2 Lambeth Palace RoadLondonSE1 7EW - Telephone:
- +44 (0)20 7188 4400
- [email protected]
- Public transport:
- Tube - Westminster, Waterloo, Lambeth North. Rail - Waterloo Buses 12, 53, 76, 77, 148, 159, 211, 341, 363, 381, 543, 507, 10 RV1. Riverboat - London Eye Pier, Westminster Pier.
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About
Discover what makes Florence Nightingale one of the great Victorian icons at the Florence Nightingale Museum in the grounds of St Thomas’ Hospital on the South Bank.
Florence Nightingale became a living legend as the "Lady with the Lamp". When she died in 1910, aged 90, she was famous around the world. But who was the real Florence Nightingale?
The Florence Nightingale Museum follows her story and uncovers a woman of many talents. Find out about her achievements and the reasons we remember her today.
What can I see at the museum?
Travel through three pavilions which take you on a journey through the life and times of Florence Nightingale, from her Victorian childhood to the Crimean War and on to her years as an ardent campaigner.
View various objects owned by the nurse, from the lamp she carried, to her pet owl and a medicine chest. Beyond that, explore the Nightingale in 200 Objects, People and Places exhibition, which puts even more artefacts from her life in the spotlight.
Discover more about Florence Nightingale’s life and explore the museum’s star objects at one of the museum’s daily talks. The 15-minute talk is free as part of your admission ticket and starts at 3.30pm on days when the museum is open.
Where is the Florence Nightingale Museum?
The Florence Nightingale Museum is located by St Thomas’ Hospital on the South Bank.
How can I get there?
The museum is within a 10-minute walk from Waterloo station, which serves rail and Underground services (Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City lines).
How long does it take to see the museum?
It takes approximately one hour to explore the museum.
How much are the tickets?
Tickets cost £12 for adults and £6 for children.
Where can I buy tickets?
Book The Florence Nightingale Museum tickets online with Visit London.
Prices and opening times
| Child ticket | £6.00 per ticket |
|---|---|
| Family ticket (Two adults and up to four children) | £30.00 per ticket |
| Concession ticket | £10.00 per ticket |
| Adult ticket | £12.00 per ticket |
Discount for groups of more than 15 but you must book in advance.
Opening Times
Tuesday to Sunday: 10am to 5pm. Last admission 4.30pm.
Facilities & Accessibility
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