The best family days out in London and beyond rated by kids and teens
Average K-Rating based
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Bear in mind Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson DIDN’T exist so this is really a fake museum with fake artefacts. Also, the focus is on Sherlock so there’s not really much here for people who want to learn more about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
So what’s here? Not a great deal really. The policeman and ‘detective’ outside make a good photo opportunity and the costumed staff are friendly and knowledgeable BUT apart from a few tableaus arranged to look like 221B Baker Street and some iffy mannequins, this is really for Sherlock aficionados with deep pockets.
To buy your ticket you have to enter and walk through a gift shop. There are quite a few interesting souvenirs here including pipes, DVDs and books. For many, this could possibly be worth the trip alone.
The museum is spread over several floors and the rooms are dressed as if the characters still live there, as well as displaying items from many of the stories.
You can see what we imagine Sherlock’s bedroom would look like and the famous study overlooking Baker Street. You can also sit in his armchair by the fireplace, use the props for photo opportunities and pose by waxworks of Mrs Hudson and Moriarty.
A word of warning: it’s quite small in here and, it does get very busy. So, when there are a lot of people younger kids may feel a little claustrophobic.
We are massive fans of The Official Sherlock Live Game – an exciting immersive adventure from the makers of the TV series. Complete with immersive sets and environments from the show you’ll have to work together as a team to solve mysteries and puzzles before time runs out. Book tickets and get more info here.
I really love Sherlock so I knew I had to give the museum a visit. Seeing the outside was definitely the best bit as it really gave off those Sherlock vibes. The shop was pretty cool as they had lot’s of Sherlock related stuff, but the museum was just ok and was over quite fast. Luckily, because it’s in Baker Street, there’s plenty to do in the area so we were able to make a day of it. I’d recommend the shop to anyone who loves Sherlock but maybe not the museum as it’s a little niche and very cramped.
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