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Experience the extraordinary story of postal communication and its impact on a global society at The Postal Museum. Step into a world of five centuries of communications history, from the first ever stamps to the hidden underground train ride on Mail Rail. This surprising and entertaining experience is perfect for all ages. Explore the museum's family-friendly and interactive exhibitions and embark on a thrilling journey on London's secret Post Office underground railway. Discover the iconic postal service through immersive displays and get a unique perspective on the history of mail. With a total duration of 90 to 150 minutes, this is a must-visit attraction for anyone looking to delve into the fascinating world of postal communication.

About this experience

Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
1 hours 30 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
Suitable for 1-7 Participants
Small Group Tour
Self Guided Experience & Audio Guided

Highlights

Discover five centuries of communications history
Explore the surprising and entertaining experience for all ages
Family-friendly and interactive exhibitions
Immersive ride on Mail Rail, London's secret Post Office underground railway
Learn about the story of postal communication and its impact

Included

Admission ticket

Not included

Annual entry to the Museum's exhibitions.
Sorted! The Postal Play Space (for children aged 0-8 years)

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Introduction

Step into the extraordinary world of postal communication at The Postal Museum. This captivating museum takes you on a journey through five centuries of communications history, as seen through the eyes of the iconic postal service. From the first ever stamps to the fascinating Mail Rail, a hidden underground train ride, prepare to be amazed by the stories and innovations that have shaped global society.

What to expect?

During your visit to The Postal Museum, you can anticipate an immersive and entertaining experience for all ages. Explore interactive exhibitions that bring to life the extraordinary history of postal communication. Marvel at the collection of five-wheeled cycles and discover the significance of the first ever stamps. But the highlight of your visit will undoubtedly be the immersive ride on Mail Rail, London's best-kept secret. Hop on a fascinating journey beneath the city streets, exploring the underground network that once transported millions of letters every day.

Who is this for?

The Postal Museum offers an experience that appeals to a diverse range of visitors. History enthusiasts will appreciate delving into the captivating story of postal communication and its impact on society. Families will find plenty of family-friendly activities and interactive exhibits that engage and entertain children of all ages. Londoners and tourists alike will discover hidden gems beneath the city as they explore the Mail Rail, gaining a unique perspective on this iconic city. In short, The Postal Museum is designed to cater to anyone with an interest in history, innovation, and the incredible evolution of communication.

Why book this?

The Postal Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience that combines education, entertainment, and adventure. This is your chance to go beyond the ordinary and delve into a world rarely seen by the public. The immersive ride on Mail Rail is a truly unique experience, allowing you to step back in time and imagine the bustling mail trains that once ran beneath the streets of London. The interactive exhibitions at The Postal Museum offer a hands-on approach to learning, ensuring that visitors of all ages are actively engaged throughout their visit. Whether you're a history buff, an avid traveler, or simply looking for an exciting and educational experience, The Postal Museum is a must-visit destination.

Good to know

When planning your visit to The Postal Museum, keep in mind that the total duration typically ranges from 90 to 150 minutes. The museum is conveniently located, and the meeting point is easily accessible. Don't forget to explore the gift shop for unique postal-themed souvenirs and mementos. Be prepared to be amazed by the hidden wonders that await beneath the streets of London at The Postal Museum.

Reviews

Visitors to The Postal Museum have been thrilled by their experiences. Many have praised the interactive nature of the exhibitions, as it truly brings the history of postal communication to life. Guests have raved about the Mail Rail ride, describing it as a highlight of their visit. Families have particularly enjoyed the family-friendly activities and the educational value of the museum. Overall, visitors have expressed their satisfaction and fascination with The Postal Museum, making it a highly recommended attraction.

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The Postal Museum

There’s nothing ordinary about the story of the post! From five-wheeled cycles and the first ever stamps a hidden underground train ride, explore this surprising and entertaining experience for all ages. The Postal Museum tells the story of postal communication and its impact on a global society. At the museum, five centuries of extraordinary communications history are brought to life, as seen through the eyes of the iconic postal service. A visit to the museum includes family-friendly and interactive exhibitions and an immersive ride on Mail Rail, London’s secret Post Office underground railway.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Wheelchair accessible (excluding Mail Rail Ride)
Gender-neutral accessible toilets
Changing Places facility
Guests must be able to walk unaided for a minimum of 100 metres on uneven surfaces with minimal lighting, and up at least 70 steep steps.
All spaces in The Postal Museum have step-free access. All spaces in the Mail Rail building have step-free access, except for the ride. Visit the museum website for full details of accessibility at the museum, including resources for autistic visitors and an audio described introduction the museum.
Accredited family friendly café

Reviews

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4.5 (254)

Departure814130

Fantastic for all ages. Lots to do for the children, well organised. Staff were all friendly. The little cafe was a bit overpriced but nice.

kilted

Great visit to the museum, the exhibits are fun and interactive. The train ride is so well done and very informative We also busted the kids play area - Sorted. Once of the best play area we have ever taken the kids too. Simply amazing Well worth a visit as it’s a real hidden gem

Tim_S

Mail rail was really cool and the kids (6 and 3) loved it. Not recommended for tall people. I’m 5’11” and my head was almost hitting the roof.

Inna_S

The Railway is fantastic. Keep in mind that museum contains of 2 parts. The main exhibition and the railway across the street.

Pete_H

Such an unusual and exciting experience. Can't recommend this enough. Staff were brilliant and very knowledgeable.

E3708BNjanep

A must do if you have young kids. The Mail Rail is both a charming ride and an informative tour. It’s extremely well run and its digital projections are very well put together. The Sorted! play area was an absolute hit. The entries for Sorted! are timed, which does mean that your kids will be sorry to leave, but it also meant that the amount of kids in the area was just right. My two year old and five year old loved the trip.

Christine O

Very interesting and informative visit to the Museum which also included a ride on the underground postal train. Fascinating history of the postal system showing it's development over the past 200+ years. Uniforms vehicles, interesting facts as well as some interesting gifts and souvenirs. There is a coffee shop (cashless) and the premises clearly doubles as a facility for younger children and their carers but it was like a creche the day of my visit with lots of wobblers and toddlers (under 3) While it's great to see young children out and about several of the kids were lying on the floor or galloping about without supervision which made me very nervous when other customers were carrying trays of hot drinks. It was also quite noisy. Maybe stick to a later time to visit than first thing in the morning. It could also do with better signposting from the tube station as it's in a part of London off the beaten track. Would return again and would recommend a visit

aidanh209

Fantastic experience seeing some of Londons underground history. Great staff and great experience all round. Brilliant for geeks like me who want to see behind the scenes of everything!

Mcc6600

We have always wanted to visit the museum so decided to have a look on a Friday. Sadly we spent longer queuing for the train than we did looking round. It was underwhelming and frankly wasn’t worth the visit. We were there 45 mins and 25 mins if that were queueing for the train.

Stardoe

What a surprise! Planned to spend a couple of hours, but ended up doing almost the whole day. (We are 3 adults who love to read most of the information on the displays, watch the videos and do the interactives.) We used our London Pass to enter the main museum. Received a receipt ticket which allowed us entry into the underground train over the road. The train experience was one of the most interesting things I've ever done. There is also a display with interactive activities and videos, for young and old. The main museum takes you on a journey through the history of the postal service, also including some interactives. You need at least 4 hours to make the most of it. The cafe just has basic sandwhiches, a soup and the usual array of cakes and drinks so if you are wanting something more substantial, there are some pubs nearby. I'd recommend doing the main museum before lunch, book your train time for the afternoon and come back to that after lunch. If you have small children, you might do it in a shorter amount of time. The museum is a short walk from Russell Square Station with the Dickens Museum just around the corner to finish off the day.

Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator

2024-04-27 14:30