Discover 1,000 years of London’s dark history as you step back in time on this walk-through immersive experience. See, hear and (ahem) smell the chilling characters of the ‘bad old days’ as they come to life before you at the London Dungeon. With 13 immersive shows and more to see when you’re inside… how much can you handle?
1hr 30min.
31st May, 2021
Ages 5+. Children under 5 are not permitted. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult (18+). Height Restrictions apply.
Daily from 10am except on Thursdays 11am
Closed on 25 December
You will need to bring a printed version of the booking with you on the day.
The timeslot you select is the time you need to arrive at the attraction, please be aware that there will be a wait time before your tour begins
On arrival join the “next show” line at your booked timeslot with your e-ticket.
E-tickets are valid for the time and date stated
Bookings are 100% non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
With all COVID-19 restrictions ending in England on 24 Feb 2022, our priority is to continue to offer the best possible experience to our guests whilst ensuring we also look after our staff. We continue to have hygiene and safety measures in place throughout our attractions, including enhanced cleaning, hand sanitiser and increased ventilation.
In our indoor attractions, key walkways or busier areas, guests may still see signage stating ‘Face Coverings Recommended’ which is in line with public health guidance. Those staff who may wish to continue wearing a face covering whilst working have the option to do so.
If you or your party display any symptoms of COVID-19 or have tested positive, we ask that you do not visit.
For children and young infants:
We recommend the experience is suitable for children 12 years and above, but this is at the discretion of the parent or guardian Children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years and above
For pregnant women:
Pregnant women can take part in all 19 live shows at any time during their pregnancy that they feel confident to visit
The Tyrant Boat ride and the Drop Dead Drop ride are not suitable for pregnant women. Members of staff will be happy to show you alternative routes
For international visitors:
The tours are run only in English to cater to the vast majority of international visitors Many non-English speakers still enjoy the sensory nature of our tours but may not experience the attraction in the same way as those proficient in English Unfortunately, audio guides are not available at this time
The majority of facilities are designed to be fully accessible to disabled guests. However due to the complex nature of an emergency evacuation it is not possible for wheelchair users or guests who have considerable walking difficulties walking, to access both rides ‘The Tyrant – Boat Ride’ and ‘Drop Dead – Drop Ride to Doom’.
Please note that only one wheelchair per tour is permitted so we can assist the guest around the tour and also because our lift can only carry one wheelchair at a time.
Please email: LDGuestExperience@merlinentertainments.biz; quoting your standard ticket booking reference in order to book in a wheelchair timeslot.
For wheelchair users: There are two flights of stairs inside, but are fully accessible to guests who use a wheelchair.
The London Dungeon admits 1 wheelchair user per hour, at each quarter past the hour
Only wheelchairs are admitted if they are less than 300kg with both user and wheelchair weight included.
Wheelchairs must not be over the width of 27 inches wide and must be able to navigate tight angles and uneven flooring.
Unfortunately London Dungeons is unable to admit mobility scooters.
All wheelchair timeslots must be accompanied with an attraction ticket. If you are unable to book a wheelchair timeslot and tickets at the same time, please visit at the time of your wheelchair timeslot.
For those with autism and other neuro-diverse conditions: The London Dungeon is not a scare attraction or a horror maze.
The attractions is a highly sensory experience with dark spaces, loud noises, flashing/strobe lights, pungent smells and jump scares
Some shows that incorporate the aforementioned lighting include: The Lift (at the beginning of the experience), Plague Doctor's Surgery (blackouts and light 'stings'), Escape from Newgate Prison, the Drop Dead Drop ride, Guy Fawkes.
If you cannot be subjected to strobe lighting, we would recommend you speak to a team member regards to this.
At any point, during the tour, feel free to let a member of staff know if you or a member of your party needs to leave or take some time out
Hidden disabilities Please note staff are trained to recognise the Hidden Disabilities sunflower lanyard here at the London Dungeon and they have ear defenders should you or your fellow guests need them. Please talk to a member of staff at any point during the tour should you require any assistance.
Your ticket entitles you to entry to London Dungeon, with entrance at a chosen 15-minute timeslot You can reschedule your tickets for free if your plans change Guests aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult, aged 18+ Ride restrictions apply – visit our ride pages for more information
The Queen's Walk (off Westminster Bridge Road)
The London Dungeon is situated on the South Bank of the River Thames next to the Lastminute.com London Eye and SEA LIFE London Aquarium, opposite the Houses of Parliament.
The nearest tube stations are Westminster and Waterloo. Westminster tube is on the Circle, Jubilee and District lines. From Westminster, exit onto Westminster Bridge (Exit 1) and then cross over the Bridge. SEA LIFE London Aquarium is visible from the bridge. Waterloo tube is on the Northern, Bakerloo, Waterloo & City lines. From Waterloo follow the exit signs for the South Bank (Exit 6) and walk towards the London Eye. SEA LIFE London Aquarium is in County Hall, next to the London Eye.
The nearest train station is Waterloo. From Waterloo follow the exit signs for the South Bank and walk towards the London Eye. SEA LIFE London Aquarium is in County Hall, next to the London Eye.
There are a large number of bus services which stop in the vicinity of Waterloo or Westminster Bridge Road (both accessible to the Aquarium). For Westminster Bridge Road, take the 12, 53, 59, 76, 148, 159, 211 or 341. For Belvedere Road (just behind the Aquarium, parallel to the South Bank), take the 77 or RV1. For York Road (next to Waterloo and behind the Aquarium) take the 211, 77 or 381. Many other buses stop in Waterloo Road, which is a few minutes walk from the Aquarium. These include 1,4, 26, X68, 76, 168, 171, 172, 176, 188, 243, 507 and 638.
You can also navigate to Shrek's Adventure! London by River. There are a number of services which stop off at The London Eye Pier travelling from the O2, Bankside, Embankment, Blackfriars, London Bridge, Tower, Canary Wharf, Hilton Docklands, Masthouse Terrace, Greenwich, Royal Arsenal Woolwich, St. Katherine's or Westminster Piers.
Day of week | Morning | Afternoon |
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Monday | 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM | 12:00 PM - 4:45 PM |
Tuesday | 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM | 12:00 PM - 4:45 PM |
Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 10:45 AM | 12:00 PM - 3:45 PM |
Thursday | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM | 12:00 PM - 3:45 PM |
Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM | 12:00 PM - 3:45 PM |
Saturday | 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM | 12:00 PM - 4:45 PM |
Sunday | 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM | 12:00 PM - 4:45 PM |
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