Which museums are open on Monday in London?
Quick answer
Yes — all 13 London museums we cover open on Mondays, including the British Museum, Tate Modern, the National Gallery. World Museum Guide lists each museum's hours below — confirm holiday hours on the official site before you go.
Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.
Monday opening at London museums
| Museum | Open on Monday? | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| The British Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Fridays until 8:30 PM (Closed 24–26 December) |
| Tate Modern | Open | Sunday to Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday and Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| The National Gallery | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Fridays until 9:00 PM (Closed 24–26 December and 1 January) |
| Natural History Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:50 PM (last entry 5:30 PM; closed 24–26 December) |
| Churchill War Rooms | Open | Daily: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Imperial War Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Tate Britain | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Design Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| National Portrait Gallery | Open | Daily: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM (Friday and Saturday until 9:00 PM) |
| Science Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| The Courtauld Gallery | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| The Wallace Collection | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Victoria and Albert Museum | Open | Daily: 10:00 AM – 5:45 PM (Friday until 10:00 PM) |
Visitor details last reviewed 2026-06-30. Check the linked official museum websites before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Are museums in London closed on Mondays?
No — every London museum in our guide opens on Mondays: the British Museum, Tate Modern, the National Gallery, Natural History Museum, Churchill War Rooms, Imperial War Museum, Tate Britain, Design Museum, National Portrait Gallery, Science Museum, the Courtauld Gallery, the Wallace Collection, Victoria and Albert Museum.
Do Monday hours change on public holidays?
Often — museums that normally close on Mondays sometimes open on public-holiday Mondays and close the next day instead. Check the official website linked from each guide before you travel.