Madame Tussauds

Often known as one of the most popular tourist attractions in London, Madame Tussauds is visited by millions of people every year, and has attracted nearly half a million tourists since its first opening. Madame Tussauds London is, in fact, one of one of the many wax museums situated in several cities around the world and a must include place in Europe.

It is one of a chain of institutions named after the founder of the first such museum that was opened in London in the early 19th century. It is especially famous for some of the most life-like replicas of celebrities from all over the globe. The museum has over 400 wax figures of some of the most famous people in the world, including musicians, actors, politicians, historical figures, scientists, geniuses, religious heads, and even criminals. Explore the renowned museum with our Europe packages and marvel at its impressive collection of wax figures portraying notable personalities from various walks of life.

Madame Tussauds was founded by the famous wax sculpture called Marie Tussaud, who is also the founder of the chain. She was born in the city of Strasbourg in France in the year 1761. While she was alive, Tussaud became quite famous and made quite a name for herself, because of her unparalleled ability to be able to sculpt real-looking and almost life-like figures of some of the most famous people of the time, like Sir Walter Scott, Winston Churchill, Lord Nelson, etc.

The museum in London first opened in 1835, and it was located on Baker Street at the time. It was then moved to its current location in 1894, which is Marylebone Road. The figures in the museum are divided into various categories, which include Hollywood division, the Royal Family division, a section consisting of political and religious leaders, and one dedicated to comic book heroes, among many others.

However, the museum is not just a place for seeing wax figures. It also offers many other entertainment options like taxi rides in some of the most historically significant regions of London, a small movie experience featuring 4D figurines of Marvel Superheroes, as well as a bar where adults can get alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.

• Visit Madame Tussauds London and explore all 14 themed interactive zones
• View 150 lifelike celebrity figures, including politicians, singers, actors, and the world's biggest sports stars
• With over 300 stunning wax figures, you can enjoy and explore the glitz, glamour, and incredible history.
• Take the opportunity to learn about the wax figure making and sculpting process and enjoy the side-by-side unveilings!
• At Madame Tussauds Hollywood, you can get up close and personal with some of your favourite celebrities and icons.
• Enjoy the celebrity vibes as you walk down the red carpet.
• Stand next to the wax figures of Her Majesty the Queen, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and pose for photos with the Royal Family.
• Along with exploring the museum, you can watch an entertaining Marvel Universe 4D Movie.
• Take some stunning photos with these wax figures and share them on social media.

The best time to visit Madame Tussauds London is at 9:00 a.m. when there is the least amount of crowd. Avoid going on weekends at all costs because it is pretty crowded. Moreover, it is best to visit Madame Tussauds after mid-September, when London is less crowded.

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Tickets of Madame Tussauds London:

Basic ticket options at Madame Tussauds London are:

- For adults, that is, everyone above the age of 15 years, the price is 34 pounds to buy the ticket at the door, and 22 pounds if you buy it online.

     - For children between the ages of 4 and 15 years old, the ticket costs 20 pounds at the door and 18 pounds if it is bought online.

As is obvious, the cost of the tickets varies significantly depending on whether you are buying them at the Museum or online. Therefore it is recommended to pre-book your tickets beforehand on the official Museum website, and not buy them at the door when you reach the museum. This will not only help you save money, but will also ensure that you get a quicker entry in the museum.

Beside these basic ticket options, there are also premium ticket options, in case you wish to avoid the queues both inside the museum, and outside it. These are

1. The Priority Entrance ticket: The price for this ticket starts at 50 pounds. With this, you can avoid the long lines in front of any attraction within the museum. Additionally you can also enter the Star Wars Experience exhibition with the priority entrance ticket.

2. The Stage Door Fast Track Entry Ticket: This ticket is priced at 70 pounds and it is only available online. One of the major benefits of this ticket is that you can arrive whenever you want during the day and enter the museum. With other tickets, you need to be at the door at a designated place instead to get entry into the museum.

Additionally, you do not have to stand in any of the long queues in front of the Museum attractions during your visit. Other benefits of this ticket includes: entry into the Star Wars experience, VIP seats along with free popcorn for The Marvel Super Heroes 4D Movie experience, and also a special VIP door entry for the Spirit of London taxi ride.

3. The Madame Tussauds fashionably late ticket: This ticket can be bought online for 29 pounds and it is meant exclusively for adults. With this ticket you will have access to the bar in the museum, and you will also get a cocktail as a complimentary freebie. This ticket will also allow you to view every single one of the attractions within the Museum without having to wait in a line.

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Places To Visit Near Madame Tussauds London

• The National Gallery: If you are an art connoisseur, this is an unmissable destination for you. The National Gallery in London displays some of the best pieces of artwork by European painters, and you will get to explore how these geniuses created their masterpieces. There are also some art workshops held here, if you want to dip your feet into the world of painting.
• Churchill War Rooms: For history buffs who want to discover the secrets of the streets of Westminster, Churchill war rooms offer a great opportunity. The underground facility acted as the nerve centre of the Churchill Administration and it was also the place where his inner circle convened to discuss how the second world war is going. You should checkout and book Churchill War Rooms Tickets now!
• Tower Bridge: One of the most iconic locations in London, Tower Bridge is popular for its panoramic views and thrilling walkways. Enjoy looking at the London Life through the Glass Floor and experience the high-level, bird’s eye view of the city. And if that doesn’t satisfy you, you can find out more about the heroes of the bridge. Walk into the Victorian Engine Rooms to uncover the stories and soak in the lovely atmosphere of the working bridge in a truly unparalleled experience. Checkout best offers on Tower Bridge Tickets to know more!
• Westminster Abbey: Explore the royal life at Westminster Abbey where the British royal family conducts all its coronations and Royal weddings. Witness the opulent hall where history happens and visit the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries for some of the most exquisite views of the city. There is also a shop in the Abbey where you can get some of the most exclusive items in London. Click here to book Westminster Abbey Tickets now!
• The Tower of London: The Castle called Tower of London is one of the most secure fortresses in the city. At one point, it was also a royal palace, and at another, it was a prison. So, there is a lot of history embedded here. You can explore the 1000 year old heritage of the Royalty and the city of London in this castle, and also take a look at the Crown Jewels. Checkout for best offers on Tower Of London Tickets to know more!

Facts About Madame Tussauds London:

Here are some interesting facts about Madame Tussauds Museum in London:

1. The Museum was founded by wax sculptor called Ana Maria Marie Tussaud.

2. She was born as Marie Grosholtz in 1761 in France. Her mother was a housekeeper for Dr Philippe Curtius in Switzerland. The doctor was a physician who was also extremely skilled in wax modelling. He was the one who taught Marie how to do wax modelling.

3. The first sculpture by Marie was Franco Voltaire which she made at the age of 16.

4. She opened the museum in 1835 after she settled down in Baker Street, London.

5. The Museum has 14 interactive areas and more than 300 wax figures. The sculptures in the museum range from royal and historical figures to Hollywood A listers, famous sportsmen and even murderers.

6. Some of the figures made by Madame Tussaud still exist in the museum. You can also see the casts of some of the sculptures in the historical section of the museum.

7. You can also see the figurine of Madame Tussaud in the museum. The sculpture was made by her at the age of 89 years and it took her 8 years to complete it.

8. The largest figure in the museum is The Incredible Hulk at a height of 14.7 feet. The smallest figure is that of Tinkerbell.

9. The only person to decline being sculpted for the Museum was Mother Teresa who believed that her work was more important than her physical being.

10. The figure making process at the Museum takes about 4 months and each figure in the museum can cost upto $300,000 from start to finish.

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Exhibitions at Madame Tussauds London:

Here are the most popular exhibitions held at the Madame Tussauds Museum:

1. The Captain Marvel Experience: This brand new interactive experience lets you fly along the superhero from the Marvel movies and go on adventures that will blow your socks off. The brand new setup also involves some of the most popular heroes of the MCU, including Iron Man and Spider Man. What’s more, you will also get to meet Nick Fury here.

2. The Party Lifestyle: If you always wanted to enjoy the party lifestyle with some of the biggest stars of Hollywood, this is your chance to do that. Walk on the red carpet with A Listers from Hollywood, give a pout towards the paparazzi, and rub shoulders with some of the most hot and beautiful people in the industry. Live the life you always dreamed of here.

3. Kong: Skull Island: Feel the fear that comes with facing the legendary beast that has captured the hearts of millions of people across the globe - the mighty King Kong. Unearth the secrets of Skull Island, hang out with Tom Hiddlestone posing as the famous Captain James Conrad, and dare to cross the path of the Kong.

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Here’s how you can reach the museum from central London:

1. Via Train: The train station closest to the museum is Marylebone and is located at a distance of only 10 km from the museum. Other main stations within walking distance from the museum are - Euston, St.Pancras, Paddington, Victoria, Waterloo and Charing Cross.

All of these are mainline stations well-connected to the rest of London by train. You can easily reach the museum from Central London by taking a train to any of these stations.

2. Via London Underground: Madame Tussauds museum is located only two minutes away from the famous Baker Street Tube station. This tube station is on the Bakerloo, Circle, Jubilee, Metropolitan and Hammersmith & City lines.

Therefore, you can easily take a tube on the Central London tube network and reach the museum in a very short time. Additionally, there are signs guiding tourists from the station to the museum, so all you have to do is follow them to reach Madame Tussauds.

3. By Car: The museum is located on Marylebone Road, which is an extension of the A40 route. This route is one of the major roads in and out of London, and it also passes by King’s Cross station. If you are driving to the museum from Central London, you can easily do so via this road.

But it should be noted that the museum does not have any parking space. All the spaces are privately owned, so there may be extra charges.

4. Via Bus: You can take any of the following bus numbers to reach the museum: 13, 18, 27, 30, 74, 82, 113, 139, 189, 205, 274 and 453.

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