Since its inception in 1974, the London Dungeon has been one of the capital’s major tourist attractions. The original London Dungeon was situated in Tooley Street close to London Bridge Station, but it was moved in 2013 to be closer to other attractions owned by the Merlin Group including the London Eye.
Using a mix of actors, special effects and rides, the London Dungeon takes you through 1,000 years of the capital’s bloody history, often with a gallows sense of humour. Infamous characters portrayed include Jack the Ripper and Sweeney Todd, whilst you are taking back to the Gunpowder Plot and the Black Death. You can even experience a public hanging as it used to be performed at Newgate.
If this sounds a little macabre, then bear in mind that the target audience has been described as “young teenagers and the credulous” by the Rough Guide. So one to take the kids with you when in the capital. Allow an hour for your visit.
Tickets for the London Dungeon
There are various ticketing options for the London Dungeon that can be bought from £24 per adult. You can also buy a combined ticket that includes access to other top London attractions, such as Madame Tussauds London, The London Eye and Sea Life London Aquarium. To buy a ticket or for further pricing information, click here.
How to Get to the London Dungeon
Waterloo is the nearest main line and tube (Northern, Jubillee and Bakerloo lines) station. Westminster tube station (Jubilee, Circle and District lines), on the opposite side of Westminster Bridge) is also close.
Nearby Attractions
In additon to the adjacent London Eye and Sea Life London Aquarium, you can combine your visit with a Southbank London walk, or head across Westminster Bridge to visit Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
