Located in the busy Bloomsbury area of London, car parking around the British Museum is notoriously tricky. To avoid unwanted encounters with traffic wardens, our London Shaftesbury car park is only four minutes’ walk away. Park your car and prepare to enjoy your visit.
Where do you park when visiting the British Museum?
- Bloomsbury Square. 450 spaces. £13.902 hours. 6 min.
- Bedford Hotel. 40 spaces. 8 min.
- Imperial Hotel. 140 spaces. 10 min.
- Covent Garden. 330 spaces. 12 min. 6′ 2″
- Royal National Hotel. 120 spaces. 13 min.
- Citadines Holborn Covent Garden. £352 hours. 14 min. 8′ 8″
- The Brunswick. 155 spaces. £9.902 hours.
- 42 Shelton Street. £162 hours. 14 min.
Can I park near Tate Britain?
Choose from thousands of spaces near Tate Britain – including on-street parking, off-street car parks and reservable spaces.
Is there free parking anywhere in London?
London has some generous parking rules on weekends ? You can park for free in most of the residents’ only spots for the entire weekend. Most of the metered spots are free of charge on Sunday.
Where do you park when visiting Buckingham Palace?
Parking for Buckingham Palace in London
The closest safe and secure car park is Q-Park Victoria which is just a short walk. Don’t forget to download Q-Park Rewards to earn 10% cashback from parking and you can also earn cashback from many high street brands!
Is 2 hours enough for British Museum?
How long does it take to tour the British Museum? Recommended visiting time is at least three to four hours, but if you’re interested in joining some of the many different talks and tours at the museum, then be prepared to spend the entire day wandering around.
Is the British Museum in the congestion zone?
While we wouldn’t recommend driving to the museum, if you must you need to be aware that the museum is within the Congestion Charge zone and you will have to pay to simply drive around this part of London. The nearest car park to the museum is at Bloomsbury Square, WC1A 2RJ.
How long do you need in Tate Britain?
We suggest you allow one to two hours to see most exhibitions. Once you leave the exhibition re-admission is not permitted. Last entry for all exhibitions is normally one hour before the gallery closes.
Can I park near Tate Modern?
Tate Modern does not offer on-site parking. The closest parking is at 2101 Holland Street, London.
Can you just walk into the Tate?
Entry to the gallery is free – there’s no need to book. Booking a ticket is recommended for exhibitions but some tickets may be available at the door. Members enjoy unlimited free entry to exhibitions with no need to book.
Where do you park your car when visiting London?
Best Place to Park for London – Car Parks:
These include Park Lane, Trafalgar Square, Harley Street, Chinatown, Oxford Street, Leicester Square, Victoria, Knightsbridge, and Queensway. You can use the Parkopedia website to search for parking spaces at your destination when planning ahead.
Where is the cheapest parking in London?
Many car parks do offer overnight tariffs, but NCP’s 24-hour car parks are probably the most affordable solution in London. Most councils offer free pay-and-display parking on Sundays.
Is there free parking at the Shard?
Is there free parking near Aqua Shard? The closest free parking is located at Tooley Street, London.
Where is free parking at Queen Elizabeth Park?
There is free on-street parking down the hill though on Cambie Street and along West 29th Avenue and Midlothian Avenue by the northern end of the park.
Is there free parking near Buckingham Fountain?
There is no free parking near Buckingham Fountain.
Do you have to pay for parking at Queen Elizabeth Park?
Pay parking lots are available throughout Queen Elizabeth Park. See the map at the bottom of this page for reference. Some pay parking is also available along the road within the park.
Can I bring a water bottle to the British Museum?
Visitors are allowed to bring their own food and drinks into the Museum provided they don’t eat or drink inside the galleries.
What is the best day to visit the British Museum?
During weekdays there are less people, though school groups are more common than on weekends. Peak hours are in the morning, from 10am to 3pm. Come later in the afternoon, during the lunchtime or during Friday night. Tuesday is the best day to visit, with a smaller number of visitors in general during the week.
Can I bring a backpack to the British Museum?
Security and bag searches
For everyone’s safety, all bags, rucksacks, packages and personal items may be searched before entry. Wheeled cases, sports equipment and large items of luggage are not allowed on British Museum premises.
Can I check if I entered the congestion charge zone?
How do I know if I’ve entered the congestion charge zone? The congestion charge zone is signposted as you enter with a white ‘C’ in a red circle. This will be displayed on signposts and on road markings.
Where can I park in London to avoid congestion?
Q-Park has 8 secure car parks outside the congestion zone, conveniently located close to tube stations to assist you on your journey:
- Park Lane.
- Marble Arch.
- Queensway.
- Knightsbridge.
- Pimlico.
- St. John’s Wood.
- Tower Bridge.
- Church Street.