Name: Royal Air Force Museum London
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Royal Air Force Museum London

Royal Air Force Museum London, Grahame Park Way, London NW9 5LL, UK

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RAF Museum London – Free Family Day Out. Discover the RAF Museum London, where over 100 years of aviation history come to life across six vast hangars. Enjoy free entry and explore legendary aircraft such as the Lancaster Bomber, Sunderland Flying Boat, and Fokker D.VII. Learn about the RAF’s missions, technology, and heroes through immersive exhibits and interactive displays. Families can enjoy hands-on activities, museum trails, and an aircraft-themed playground for children.

Located on Grahame Park Way, London NW9 5LL, the museum is open daily until 5:00 pm the perfect all-weather, free day out for all ages.

If you are looking for best museum in Barnet, Greater London then visit Royal Air Force Museum London. It is one of the places in Barnet, Greater London for day out with kids and families.

Features

Free
Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

RAF Museum London – A Full Family Day Out: From family activities to iconic aircraft, there are countless reasons to visit the Royal Air Force Museum London, come rain or shine. Located in Colindale, this free-to-enter museum offers a full day of excitement, discovery, and learning for visitors of all ages.
Fun Free Family Day Out: Enjoy a day filled with exploration and adventure with free admission to the RAF Museum London. Easily accessible and perfect for all age groups, the museum provides an engaging experience packed with interactive exhibits, outdoor activities, and educational displays all without any entry fee.
Live the Spitfire Dream: Experience the thrill of sitting inside an iconic Second World War Spitfire cockpit in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The Spitfire Experience allows guests aged 8 and above to take the pilot’s seat for a memorable 10-minute session, located in Hangar 3. Price: £30 per person.
Plenty of Outdoor Space: The museum’s aviation-themed outdoor playground is perfect for young aviators. Children can explore mini models of legendary aircraft, including the Vickers Vimy, Spitfire, and Sea King helicopter, along with a mini version of the Grahame-White building. Designed to spark imagination and active play, it offers a safe and exciting space for kids to enjoy.
Discover Over 100 Years of RAF Stories: Explore over a century of Royal Air Force history across six vast hangars filled with iconic aircraft and immersive exhibits.
- RAF Stories – The First 100 Years: Discover the RAF’s legacy from 1918 to the modern day through historic aircraft, personal stories, and interactive displays.
- RAF – First to the Future: Learn about the innovation, technology, and people driving the RAF’s modern missions in air and space power.
Family Activities: Families can enjoy a full day of fun with hands-on exhibits, themed trails, and exciting activities throughout the museum.
- Outdoor Playground: Featuring aircraft-inspired play structures for children of all ages.
- Interactive Exhibits: Touch, play, and learn in every hangar through engaging displays and simulators.
- Museum Trails: Follow printed or digital trails to uncover hidden stories and objects across the museum’s collection.
Thrilling Aircraft Experiences:
- 4D Theatre – Fly with the Red Arrows: Step into the 4D Theatre for a high-energy, multi-sensory adventure featuring synchronised seat movements, water spray, smoke, and stunning visuals. Choose from The Red Arrows, B-17: The Mission, or Ravine Race.. Suitable for ages 4+ | Hangar 3. Price: £5 per person per film or £16 for a family ticket (up to 4 people).
- Flight Simulator Experience: Take control of a Eurofighter Typhoon and soar over the Lake District in a thrilling high-motion simulator. The powerful hydraulic system and HD visuals create a realistic flying sensation.
Iconic Aircraft Collection: Get up close to one of the UK’s largest collections of historic aircraft, including the Lancaster Bomber, Fokker D.VII, and the majestic Sunderland Flying Boat. Each aircraft tells a unique story from the early days of aviation to the modern jet age all accessible free of charge. The museum brings to life over 100 years of the Royal Air Force’s missions, technology, and people. Through objects, film, interactive exhibits, and immersive storytelling, visitors gain insight into the RAF’s role in shaping global aviation and defending the skies.
What’s On: https://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/london/whats-going-on/page/1/

Facilities

Eat and Drink
Shop
Onsite Car Park

Website

Contact

Video

Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Venue hire is available for a wide range of events to see more visit https://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/london/venue-hire/

Open daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
Last entry is 4.30pm

Address: Royal Air Force Museum London, Grahame Park Way, London NW9 5LL, UK

Post Code: NW9 5LL

Council: Barnet

County: Greater London

Getting to the RAF Museum London
By Underground:
- Nearest station: Colindale (Northern Line – Edgware branch, Zone 4).
- Exit the station, turn left, and walk 10 minutes to the Museum (behind Colindale Police Station, next to Beaufort Park).
- Plan your route on the TfL website.
By Bus:
- Bus 303 (towards Edgware) stops outside the Museum’s Main Entrance.
- The nearest stop to Colindale Station is opposite Colindale Library.
By Rail:
- Nearest station: Mill Hill Broadway (20-minute walk).
- On the Thameslink line – trains connect London, Brighton, Bedford, Peterborough, and Cambridge.
- From Mill Hill Broadway, take Bus 303 (Stop B) towards Kingsbury Circle – 7-minute journey.
By Road:
- 30 minutes from Central London.
- Follow signs from M25, M1 (J4 Southbound), A41, A5, or A406.
- SAT NAV: NW9 5QW (bottom of Aerodrome Road).
- What3Words: hill.think.focal.
- On-site parking available – fills quickly during holidays.
- Within ULEZ zone – check TfL before travelling.
By Air: Heathrow: 26 km | City: 28 km | Luton: 39 km | Gatwick: 57 km | Stansted: 57 km.