Afternoon Entry: Churchill War Rooms

at Churchill War Rooms
London Available until Wed 31 Mar

Free entry for Under 4s

Book Churchill War Rooms tickets & step inside Britain's secret wartime headquarters

Spend your afternoon beneath the streets of Westminster at Churchill War Rooms, the secret underground headquarters where some of the most important decisions of the Second World War were made.

  • Secure afternoon entry to Churchill War Rooms at 2:30pm
  • Explore the historic Cabinet War Rooms, preserved much as they were left in 1945
  • Walk in the footsteps of Winston Churchill and the people who worked, ate and slept underground
  • Step inside the War Cabinet Room where Churchill and his ministers met
  • See the Map Room, Churchill Suite, Switchboard Room and other historic spaces
  • Explore the Churchill Museum and discover the story of Churchill's 90-year life
  • Enjoy a self-led audio guide, included with admission

From secret communications and strategic maps to personal belongings and rooms frozen in time, Churchill War Rooms puts you right where history happened.

Churchill War Rooms in London: Afternoon Entry

  • Entry Time: 2:30pm afternoon entry
  • Age Suitability: Appropriate for all ages, with IWM recommending the experience for children aged 10+
  • Recommended Visit Time: Allow at least 2 hours to explore
  • Location: Clive Steps, King Charles Street, London, SW1A 2AQ
  • Tickets Include: 2:30pm entry to Churchill War Rooms, including the historic Cabinet War Rooms, Churchill Museum and self-led audio guide

Explore the Cabinet War Rooms, Churchill Museum & wartime history - included in your tickets!

Head underground and explore the maze of corridors and historic rooms once at the centre of Britain's war effort. Preserved much as they were when the lights were switched off in 1945, the Cabinet War Rooms reveal what life was like for the people working beneath Westminster.

From the rooms where major wartime decisions were made to the personal story of Winston Churchill, there's plenty to uncover during your afternoon visit.

  • War Cabinet Room: Stand close to the room where Churchill and the War Cabinet met
  • Map Room: See the nerve centre where major strategic decisions were planned during the war
  • Transatlantic Communication: Discover the room disguised as a private toilet where Churchill secretly spoke with the US President
  • Churchill Suite: Look inside rooms reserved for Churchill's family and personal staff
  • Switchboard Room: Explore the communications hub that connected the Cabinet War Rooms with the outside world
  • Churchill Museum: Follow Churchill's life through six zones, from his birth to his years as Britain's wartime leader
  • Historic Artefacts: Discover personal objects including Churchill's famous siren suit and the door of 10 Downing Street he walked through as Prime Minister
  • Audio Guide: Explore at your own pace with expert historical insight included with admission

Book Churchill War Rooms Afternoon Tickets for 2:30pm entry and spend your afternoon exploring one of London's most fascinating historic attractions beneath the streets of Westminster.

Location

Churchill War Rooms

Clive Steps,
King Charles Street,
London,
SW1A 2AQ
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How to find us

Churchill War Rooms is located in the heart of London and easily accessible by public transport. 

By tube: 

Churchill War Rooms is only a seven-minute walk from Westminster Underground and a nine-minute walk from St James's Park Underground. 

By bus: 

Churchill War Rooms can be easily reached through bus routes 3, 11, 12, 24, 87, 88, 159, and 453.

By rail: 

The nearest rail stations to Churchill War Rooms are Charing Cross National Rail and Victoria National Rail. 

Facilities
  • The Switchboard Café, open daily 10am–5pm
  • Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free café options
  • Three gender-neutral accessible toilets
  • Baby-changing facility
  • Step-free entrance using a lift
  • Free manual wheelchair loan, bookable in advance
  • Bench seating in the Churchill Museum
  • Folding stools available from the ticket desk, subject to availability
  • Museum shop
  • No cloakroom or lockers
  • No on-site parking
More Info
Is Churchill War Rooms wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Churchill War Rooms is wheelchair accessible. Step-free access to the entrance is available via Horse Guards Road by St James's Park, with a lift between street and basement levels. The narrowest point of the tour is 68cm and the tightest corner is 90 degrees.

What age is Churchill War Rooms suitable for?

Churchill War Rooms is appropriate for all ages, although Imperial War Museums recommends visiting with children aged 10+ for the best experience. Children aged 5-15 receive reduced admission and children under 5 can visit free.

Is there food and drink at Churchill War Rooms?

Yes. The Switchboard Café is located inside Churchill War Rooms and serves freshly prepared food and drink. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available.

How long should I spend at Churchill War Rooms?

Imperial War Museums recommends allowing at least two hours to explore the historic Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum.

Can I bring luggage to Churchill War Rooms?

Churchill War Rooms does not have cloakroom or locker facilities. Suitcases, wheeled luggage and large holdalls or rucksacks are not permitted.

Are carer tickets available at Churchill War Rooms?

Yes. Visitors with a disability can bring one carer free of charge. Proof of eligibility may be requested.

What time is entry with Churchill War Rooms Afternoon Tickets?

Churchill War Rooms Morning Tickets are for entry at 2:30pm. 

What do Churchill War Rooms tickets include?

Churchill War Rooms Morning Tickets include 10:30am entry to Churchill War Rooms, access to the historic Cabinet War Rooms and Churchill Museum, plus a self-led audio guide.

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