Getting here
We’re in the same building as the Bank of England. Our museum entrance is on Bartholomew Lane, London EC2R 8AH.
If you are facing the Bank of England’s main entrance on Threadneedle Street, we are around the corner on the right.
The museum is:
Open
Admission is free. We are open Monday-Friday 10am to 5pm (excluding Bank Holidays), last entry at 4:30pm. We will be closed from 24 December, reopening on 14 January.
By tube
The nearest underground tube stations are:
- Bank (Central, Northern, and Waterloo & City lines, and Docklands Light Railway)
- Cannon Street (District and Circle lines)
- Mansion House (District and Circle lines)
- Monument (District and Circle lines)
- Moorgate (Northern, and Hammersmith & City lines)
Visit Transport for London for more information.
By bus
Bus routes 8, 11, 21, 23, 25, 26, 43, 76, 133, 141, 242 and 388 run past the Bank of England.
Routes 47, 48 and 149 run along Gracechurch Street, which is a five-minute walk from us.
By train
Liverpool Street, Fenchurch Street and Cannon Street mainline stations are within a 10-minute walk. Visit National Rail for more information.
By car or coach
We are in the City of London and there are no parking spaces near us. We suggest you use public transport if you can. The nearest car parks are at:
- Thames Exchange, Bell Wharf Lane, EC4R 3TB
- 158 to 170 Aldersgate Street, EC1A 4HY
The City of London has more information about parking in the City.
In Bartholomew Lane, drivers and coach operators who drop off or pick up passengers on the double yellow lines do so at their own risk.
Frequently asked questions
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What does it cost?
Entry is free of charge. All our activities, exhibitions, talks and presentations are also free. -
What are your opening hours?
We are open Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm). -
How long does it take to look around?
Most people take about an hour to look around our museum. -
Are there printed or audio guides?
You can pick up a free printed guide from our information desk to help you explore our museum.
We have audio guides in English which are free to use in the museum. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Do you give talks?
Yes. We provide talks for small groups and presentations for larger groups. See Book a talk or presentation.
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Is there a shop or cafe?
We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items.
We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.
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Is there Wifi?
Yes, there’s free wifi for our visitors. -
Do you have anywhere to store luggage?
No - we don’t have lockers or anywhere to store luggage - if you bring luggage, you must keep it with you at all times. -
How accessible is the museum?
Please find out what we offer to try to make our museum more accessible for everyone. -
Is the museum suitable for children?
Yes! Many of our displays are enjoyed by children of all ages.
Pick up a free activity sheet from our information desk. Get a small reward if you fill one in!
We have activity sheets for different levels of understanding. So there’s something for children of all ages and abilities.
- I spy in the Bank (up to 5 years)
- Explore the Bank (5 to 7 years)
- Investigate the Bank (8 to 11 years)
- Discover the Bank (12 to 14 years)
- Understand the Bank (15 to 17 years)
We often hold free events and activities during the school holidays. Find out what’s on now or coming soon.
Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Can I bring a school or community group?
Yes, we welcome school and community groups. We can offer you a free group talk or presentation. You must book these in advance.
Before your trip, please read our risk assessment information about visiting with a school group or visiting with a community group.
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What do you offer school students?
We offer free group presentations for 7 to 14 year olds (‘Pounds and Pence’) and for 14 to 18 year olds (‘Keeping on an Even Keel’). These must be booked at least four weeks in advance.
We also offer free classroom resources including teaching materials, videos and competitions.
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Do you have resources for researchers?
Yes. If you’re interested historical research, find out more about the Bank of England’s archive. -
Can I phone or email you?
Yes, you can phone us on 020 3461 5545. We can answer your call from 9am and 11am or 4pm and 5pm (Monday to Friday) or you can leave a message. You can also email us at education@bankofengland.co.uk