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The Florence Nightingale Museum is housed in the St Thomas' Hospital and is devoted to Florence Nightingale, covering her Victorian childhood, her life in the Crimean and her life as an ardent campaigner for health reform. In the museum visitors learn more about the legacy of Florence Nightingale and her impact on nursing today. Highlights in the collection of the museum include the writing slate she used as a child, her pet owl Athena and Nightingale's medicine chest.

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Florence Nightingale Museum
2 Lambeth Palace Road
London
SE1 7EP London

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Visitor information Florence Nightingale Museum

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 17:00
Thursday
10:00 – 17:00
Friday
10:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 17:00

last entry 4:30pm

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Admission

0 – 4Free
5 – 16£6.00
Adults£12.00
Concession (senior and disabled visitors)£10.00
Family (2 adults, 4 children)£30.00
Students£7.00
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Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Child-friendly

Location & Map

2 Lambeth Palace Road, London

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Florence Nightingale Museum Reviews

Florence Nightingale Museum has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Florence Nightingale Museum in London offers visitors an informative and engaging look into the life and work of the pioneering nurse. Located at St Thomas' Hospital, where Nightingale established her nursing school, the museum provides a comprehensive overview of her contributions to modern healthcare and nursing practices.

    Visitors appreciate the well-curated exhibits that showcase Nightingale's personal belongings, letters, and medical equipment from the Crimean War era. The museum does a good job of presenting her story in a chronological manner, making it easy to follow her journey from a privileged upbringing to becoming the "Lady with the Lamp."

    Many reviewers highlight the interactive elements of the museum, which help bring Nightingale's story to life. The audio guide, included in the admission price, receives positive feedback for providing additional context and interesting anecdotes.

    However, some visitors mention that the museum is relatively small and can be thoroughly explored in about an hour. A few also note that the space can feel cramped during busy periods, which might detract from the overall experience.

    While the museum generally receives positive reviews for its educational value, a small number of visitors feel that the admission price is a bit steep for the size of the exhibition. Additionally, some suggest that certain displays could benefit from updates or more in-depth information.

    Despite these minor criticisms, most visitors find the Florence Nightingale Museum to be a worthwhile stop for those interested in medical history or the development of modern nursing. It offers a solid introduction to Nightingale's life and legacy, making it particularly relevant for nursing students, healthcare professionals, and history enthusiasts.

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    Laura • 2 Aug 2026

    A beautiful tribute to nursing! Well curated and the staff were very chatty- I recommend going on one of their Meet Florence Nightingale performance days, it didn’t cost any extra and really contextualised the exhibits. Bonus, the tickets are annual so I plan to go back when the exhibitions change over again!

    Visited on 11 Jul 2026

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