What to expect
Permanent and temporary exhibitions are free; some events need a booking. Gallery opening differs from the library, so a Monday library opening does not mean the exhibitions are open.
Price, without the small print
Free · per adult. General admission. Transport, food and optional extras are outside this activity price.
Before you go
We check details against official sources, but hours, prices and availability can change before this guide is updated. Please check the official website before travelling or booking.
Opening and timing: Galleries and Reading Room: Tuesday–Sunday, 10am–6pm, including Thursday. Closed Monday.
Booking: Check individual events.
Time to allow: 60–90 min. This is our estimate for a focused visit. Add time for travel, queues and any extra stops.
Access and taking a break
Wellcome provides step-free access and detailed sensory/access information. Review the relevant exhibition guide for your visit.
Go at your own pace; time estimates exclude travel and queues.
We have not audited a complete step-free route. If a particular access feature matters to you, confirm it with the organisation before travelling.
Put it into a plan
- Things to do in London when you have 60–90 minutes
- Rainy-day London for £10 or less
- Bloomsbury for a Fiver
Sources and checks
Checked against published visitor information on 7 September 2026. This listing has not yet been verified directly by the organisation. Editorial visit lengths and suitability suggestions are our judgments.
- wellcomecollection.org — Visitor details and priceChecked 7 September 2026
- wellcomecollection.org — Price / free entryChecked 7 September 2026
- wellcomecollection.org — Full weekly timetable for galleries and Reading Room, including Thursday closing at 6pmChecked 16 September 2026
- wellcomecollection.org — Free permanent and temporary exhibitions, visitor address and facilitiesChecked 16 September 2026