Churchill War Rooms Location

Churchill War Rooms    

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Discover the secrets of the Second World War in the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his war cabinet lived and worked. All tickets include a free audio guide. Advanced booking …
Discover the secrets of the Second World War in the underground nerve centre where Churchill and his war cabinet lived and worked. All tickets include a free audio guide. Advanced booking recommended to guarantee entry. Take a moment to rest, relax, and refuel in The Switchboard Café during your visit, with food freshly prepared onsite each day using the finest seasonal ingredients. Our café, located in the historic room once used by switchboard operators during the Second World War, is open daily from 10am-5pm. During your visit browse our wide range of inspiring and unique gifts, from books, clothing, and accessories to vintage posters, homeware, toys, and souvenirs. All inspired by IWM's collections and the stories they tell.

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Mar 16, 2025
Wonderful and informative tour of what the bunkers were like during WW2 and the planning Churchill did to secure the safety of England.Full review by Antcoupe3
Mar 16, 2025
If you love history, especially WW2 history, this was great. Unbelievable, that the place was left , as is, in August 1945, as if the office would reopen the next day. So many amazing items to view.…Full review by seano20
Mar 15, 2025
Great visit to this must see museum! They have a lot of stuff to touch so it’s also great for kids to explore. It was fascinating learning all about Churchill.Full review by 796laurens
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The Churchill War Rooms is a secret underground bunker situated beneath the former Office of Public Information in London, …
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Take a glimpse into the life of World War II Prime Minister Winston Churchill (1874-1965), arguably the greatest British statesman of the …
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Facts

Established:1984
Located:King Charles Street
Visitors:620,933 (2019)
Director:Phil Reed

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does the entry ticket include the tour?
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The ticket price includes the audio tour
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Is this place suitable for young children aged 4 to 6? We have been invited as a guest but unsure that it will be suitable.
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I would have no problem taking a 4 year old and a 5 year old there… the museum has some interactive buttons to push on maps— they may get restless downstairs but may like …
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I would have no problem taking a 4 year old and a 5 year old there… the museum has some interactive buttons to push on maps— they may get restless downstairs but may like looking through all the windows etc…just make sure they are not tired or hungry and they will be fine.. you should not miss this! It is amazing to see history just captured in time like this!!
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Are the war rooms accessed via lift or stairs?
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There are stairs and an elevator. It is handicapped accessible.
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Can you visit the war room without booking a tour? If so, what is the cost of admission?
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search Churchill war room online of course.
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Is it worth getting a tour? otherwise how to skip the line?
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We did the self tour. When we visited on a weekday morning there wasn’t a line. With the self tour you get a listening device that is very useful.
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