County Hall SE1 7PB
10am - 5pm (or later)
Tube: Waterloo, Westminster Train: Waterloo
1 hour
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About the London Dungeon
The London Dungeon is a spooky, funny, and slightly gory journey through 1,000 years of London’s darkest history. With live actors, creepy sets and jump scares, it’s perfect for thrill-loving tweens and teens. Not for the faint-hearted, but brilliant fun—especially on a rainy day.
Top tip from the KidRated Team:
Laugh along – it’s scary, yes, but also hilariously over the top.
Quick Inspiration
It depends on the child. It’s spooky rather than traumatic. The official guidance says best for ages 12 and up. There are loud noises, dark spaces, and jump scares – so not ideal for little ones or sensitive souls.
You can leave at any time. There are exits between scenes, and staff are trained to help. Just flag someone down if you or your child need to step out.
Roughly 50–60 minutes. The tour is guided, and you move in small groups from one live-action scene to the next, so it’s a steady pace with no rushing.
Yes, most of it is dimly lit, with flickering lights, fog, and the occasional strobe effect. It adds to the spooky vibe but might be too much for anyone with sensory sensitivities.
Yes. The experience is packed with talented live performers playing everyone from plague doctors to torturers to Jack the Ripper. They’re brilliant, and they might just single you out for some audience interaction…
There’s a step-free entrance, and staff will assist throughout. We recommending contacting them in advance so they can plan for your visit. The drop ride isn’t accessible for wheelchair users.
Yes, a themed Victorian pub at the end of the tour. It serves drinks and light snacks, all with a fun, immersive twist. You’re a stone’s throw from South Bank where there are loads of family-friendly restaurants.
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Can’t tell you how many times I’ve taken kids, kids friends and grandchildren over the years. Never gets old. And Dad never fails to get dragged into the torture demonstration!!!!