Absolutely the best museum I have been to during my London stay. I love Egyptian Archaeology and history and this is the best display I have seen. If Google maps hadn't brought this up when I was looking for something else, I would never have known about it. It's "hidden" in a lane within UCL. 10/10 would go again if I had time. Is free entry, but so worth the donation I left.

Nice staff and interesting objects to see. There are only 2-3 rooms to see, but the display is pretty wonderful. I really loved the deep blue faience.

A gorgeous museum that’s more than worth the hour and a half that it takes to explore everything. The items in the collection range from the everyday (jewellery and pottery) to an beautiful collection of funereal artefacts like sarcophagi and shabtis. It’s a small space with a huge array of items, so unlike many other museums, there’s not as much in the way of explanatory notes and displays with each item - but the staff are very helpful and able to answer any questions you might have. There’s a lot of information about the formation of the collection and Amelia Edwards, who donated the first items in the collection. Would recommend to anyone but perhaps not to those with young kids, as many of the aisles are quite narrow! Has toilets and a small gift shop.

More than 8000 objects on display here, the life's work of William Petrie and Amelia Edwards, Egyptologists. Unlike collections in the British Museum, these are mainly small day to day household objects ,in common use There are 10 highlighted items, including the oldest complete dress in the world.The mummy portraits are stunning as well. There is even a rat trap! A very educational visit, so much to take in, that another visit is required.

Walk towards the engineering department of the UCL and you will find it on the same lane. It is not the largest exhibition but you can easily spend more than an hour admiring the collection! You will discover pots, jewellery, inscriptions and sarcophagus from various periods of ancient Egypt! Cherry on the top, the entrance is free! A true hidden gem!

A hidden gem of a place. Worth seeking out if you do Egypt stuff. Very well read staff.

Wonderful museum to visit. Staff are passionate and knowledgeable about Egyptian treasures and history of museum. Was made to feel welcome from the moment I walked in. For me it was amazing to find that all pieces came from and around Fayoum on the edge of the Western Desert. As I have visited there so many times. Although it is a small museum it holds so much interesting pieces. I would highly recommend a visit to this wonderful museum. Entrance is Free but donations are warmly welcomed

Fascinating little museum with 1000s of Egyptian artifacts packed into a few rooms. Some of the exhibits makes you realise that these folk were people just like us

What a great little find. Tucked down a lane that goes through UCL. The museum is open to the public though it’s on campus. It’s free to enter but you can leave a donation if you wish. The museum is a few rooms densely packed with artefacts of all kinds. Worth visiting if you’re in the area.

A hidden gem in the robust and dynamic college area in Euston. Petrie Museum always welcomes visitors with the friendliest faces you could find. The collection is vast and many, and the museum retained its unique charm through the cabinet of curiosities narrative.

A TRUE HIDDEN GEM! The Petrie Museum is a small, quiet space that's positively loaded with artifacts from Ancient Egypt. Visiting the museum felt kind of like opening Indiana Jones's filing cabinet or storage locker. Many of the artifacts are broken or in fragments but I was astonished to see items with their original, bold paint or intact gold threads. If you are interested in Ancient Eqypt or related subjects, this free museum is a MUST SEE!!!!

Complete collection but maybe need more detail explanation or self guided tour with AI or AR. Overall it was great to immerse in egyptian vibes without going to egypt.

Incredible museum located at UCL just down the road from Royal Holloway, between Euston Square and Warren Street underground stations. Incredible collections of well preserved artefacts, some dating back over 6000 years. An Incredible way to spend a few hours in London for lovers of archeology and ancient Egypt.

Friendly staff. Nice, quiet museum with lots of artefacts.

Small museum with thousands of pieces from as far back as 6000 years ago. Unlike the British museum you can see lots of things without having to push through crowds of people. The staff were also helpful.

I have fallen in love. It was everything, and more, that you'd want, from what felt like a proper museum filled with real pieces from history. And the staff were wonderful

Has some cool things. However is definitely more suited to those who are extremely into Egyptian archeology. Mostly just plaques and pottery but did have a few unique items. Was nice to see but I wouldn't call it a 'must-do' in London. Also very small (compared to other museum's) two very small rooms.

Incredibly important museum - especially for those interested and passionate about predynastic Egyptian archaeology

What a great place to visit if you like ancient Egyptian artefacts. Some of artefacts are more than 5000 years old! Premises are welcoming and, most importantly, Covid-19 secure. Again, what a great place to visit!

Worth a visit with lots of items, more information on each item would help.

Really fascinating place, so much on display, was really great to see such amazing items displayed. I have never been to Egypt but this really was the next best thing. Would really recommend if you are visiting London. Its small but interesting enough to spend an hour or so. Little hidden gem. Staff were very attentive and helpful.

I sometimes get very sleepy in museums, but not this one! Meant to write this review a month ago, now I'm longing to go back and see it again. It's magical, it really is. I wrote some notes for future visitors... 1) it doesn't look like a museum. You actually enter inside the university complex (it's like a big courtyard) but have no fear, Google maps will guide you to the right place. Look for the door next to the takeaway pizza place (the pizzas are very good apparently) then you have to walk up some stairs to get there. 2) The staff are super friendly, lots of lively banter and it kind of made my visit. 3) There's a huge collection of all sorts of things. It's more your everyday Egypt, not just Pharaohs and gold things. Which made it more human to me and bridged the time gap... You can hardly believe that what you are looking at is thousands and thousands of years old. It's astounding. And there's so much of it!!! Not only the artefacts which are on display, there are drawers of undisplayed pieces too, which you are free to look at too. 4) I think a few earlier (much earlier) pieces may have sneaked in. But that's just my very inexpert opinion. See pic.. I'd be glad to know for sure. 5) You can take photos and videos, as much as you like. 6) It's free, yay!

It’s a small display behind the main road down by the university but we found it! It’s worth a visit despite being small and has more of a storage room vibe than the British museum… you can easily get through it in an hour or two, but if you’re into Egyptology, it’s worth the visit, and only round the corner from the British museum…

Another hidden gem in London at UCL, the Petrie museum is an extensive collection of Egyptian artifacts from time periods often not displayed at other museums. Also contains items from other civilisations that influenced or were parallel to the Egyptians. Spent a couple hours here. Worth a visit.

A fantastic gem hidden away in UCL. Amazing selection of artifacts, totally mind blowing. A must for any fan of ancient Egypt. You will go back again and again.👍

Incredible collection and beautifully presented. A gem of London. Thank you

Off Piste as part of UCL. Free to enter and literally 1000's of artefacts! Great for spending a couple of hours looking at Egyptian wonders. It's definitely worth a trip 👍

Amazing hidden gym I wouldn't have known about if my friend didn't act as a tour guide for some parts of the UCL campus. Great selection of very interesting artifacts going back thousands of years.

Amazing place. A real hidden gem and a must see

If you think you are the reincarnation of Cleopatra and you love everything about the history and objects from the Egyption civilization, you better go here to see yourself the beauty of Egypt's Ancient life.

Egyptology - Extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts by the pioneering archaeologist Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie in the late 1800s, who systematically and comprehensively looted and ransacked ancient Egypt and the Valley of the Kings in the name of science - wonderful collection

(Translated by Google) The entrance is difficult to understand, but it is in a corner of the university campus. The doll is cute. (Original) 入口が分かりにくいが、大学構内の隅にある。 人形がかわいい。

100% visit this place! Hidden within the UCL university campus this museum holds hundreds of amazing pieces with another 8000 not on display in the archives. The staff are incredibly friendly- bubbly and enthusiastic. The artefacts are well displayed. The collection is astounding. So many pieces within 2-3 rooms. It is an exceptional collection pioneered by women. For all who are interested- this is a must see museum. Entry is free. Book online in advance if possible as there is a max of 10 allowed inside at anyone time.

Lovely hidden gem if you're into Egyptology. They are small but have 8000 objects, including the very first will! The museum staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable and make it a very personal experience. Will go back for sure!

Such a cool place. Absolutely worth a visit. The second largest collection of Egyptian artefacts in the UK and so many are on display. Heaps of interesting information and friendly staff too.

Best museum about Egyptian archeology. So many items in collection and as a bonus it is also free.

Great museum with a lot of small antient things of everyday life

Small? Yes! But oh so interesting🙂 So many items to be seen - from small beads to large pieces - well worth visiting!

Outstanding collection, small but comprehensive. From pots and small trinkets to meticulously detailed stelae, a recommend for any Egyptian culture entuthiast!

Incredible museum, such a big collection in a small space, it's mind-blowing. I was alone for the whole time I was visiting, it's not well known so it's very quiet. And the staff was really nice.

Great museum named after Flanders Petrie, the father of Egyptology. Well worth a visit.

If you like Egyptian items you need to visit here. I was there 45mins but needed more time there. Like going back into Victorian days. I loved it there. If disabled or not good on stairs book in advanced to go into science block and get a lift up. Brilliant place

My sister is fascinated by Egyptian Archaeology, and whilst looking for a treat for her I came across this Museum. It is a lot smaller than the British Museum (which we regularly visit), but to our surprise it was actually nicer, quieter, and the objects were so close I feel like I could actually touch them! The items vary in size but are mostly small everyday household objects which I could vision them using back in the days. Overall, it was very eye opening and educational, and well worth a visit. Small, but with thousands of objects to look at. What made the visit even more special were the wonderful and informative staff who took time out to chat with us about anything and everything related - special thanks to Lisa and Helen. And a very extra special mention to Andrea. Thanks and look forward to seeing you again. Vee & Min

Enjoyable place. Many curious artefacts. Staffs are polite and happy in helping and showing things.

I've seen many an Ancient Egyptian artifact, including in the country itself, but this little museum still had me captivated. There were items here so different to anything I had seen before. It felt much more honest, less 'showy' and, despite its small size I spent over and hour gawking at the range of artifacts. The staff were really friendly and informative too.

Well worth booking the tour. The children became unbelievably interested in the exhibits when explained by the tour guide. The computer games were put to one side and they became interested in Egypt and Mesopotamia.

(Translated by Google) A small pearl museum ... from small but rich in pieces intetessanti, recommend a visit x gender enthusiasts and not ... (Original) Una piccola perla...museo dalle piccole dimensioni ma ricco di pezzi intetessanti, consiglio una visita x gli appassionati di genere e non...

Neos Pizza is better

The Petrie museum is situated in the London university buildings in central London. It has an enormous collection of Egyptian artefacts which are well catalogued and well displayed. They have a leaflet documenting the ten 10 exhibits. Entrance is free, and there are books for sale. The entrance to the museum is up a flight of stairs, not immediately obvious from the front door.

The best płace in London with Egipt history.

Museum works from 13-00. Its closed before. The exposition consist of 2 rooms and very concentrated on amazing findings. Staff is very nice and supportive. You are received exibition plan in beginning

Be aware, the museum is closed until "February". Wasted visit yesterday!

Outstanding, so good Dr Zahi Hawas is probably choking on his falafel trying to get this stuff back...

Visited it on a "flying visit" but will be back

(Translated by Google) Small private museum. Free admission. For fun, you can visit. Many finds of the times of Egyptian culture. (Original) Маленький частный музей. Вход свободный. Ради интереса можно посетить. Множество находок времен Египетской культуры.

Little hidden gem for all fans of ancient Egypt and best of it: its free of charge. Helpful the list with 10 highlights you can lend from the staff. Only thing I missed was a little booklet etc about the museum and its exhibitions.

Scince when did bus have tracks?!?!!!!?1!?!!!? Now all my hair is gone! >:( but who's laughing now TRAIN DRIVER TOM i look epic bald, attached is photo of me.

If you think you are the reincarnation of Cleopatra and you love everything about the history and objects from the Egyption civilization, you better go here to see yourself the beauty of Egypt's Ancient life.

Wonderful place full of treasures. Every lover of Ancient Egypt must visit it. Awesome!

Absolutely fantastic staff are amazing very warm and inviting.... will definitely visit ans recommend

Love it...they really need a new place...family friendly...my kids loved it!

A small museum full to the top of Egyptian artifacts well worth a visit

I really appreciate the not only the historic materials housed here but the museum itself with the Victorian-era sensibility was so charming.

Small (but fascinating) museum about Egyptian archaeology. The display is very educative.

Lovely museum. Worth a visit. Great staff.

Interesting footnote in the history of archeology

The Petrie Museum is part of the University College of London museums and collections, exhibiting artefacts from ancient Egypt. The entrance is a little awkward to find as it's not on the main road, but actually inside the university grounds. Then to get in there's a 2 flights of steps stairs. Although there were notices stating that those with mobility just needed to call the offices for help to get into the museum, and I did see wheel chairs in the museum as well. Inside, the museum is small, but with an incredible about of items packed into it. Supposedly 80,000 items in total. Obviously not everything is on display. What is, is incredible well organised and well labeled. My personal favourite items were the "Bead Net Dress", "Mummy Portraits" and "Shabtis", which I think are all must see. Petrie is probably not as well known as other major tourist destinations like the British Museum or even the UCL itself, but it's certainly no ugly sister and I highly recommend a visit. The staff a friendly and helpful.

(Translated by Google) It's not just London Eye in London, take a look at this small, well-hidden museum! You will see this beautiful fishnet and an impressive collection of oushebtis! I leave you to document ... This small museum has remained in its juice. End of the building site of excavations with all these fragments all more valuable than each other. A surprise just steps from London's finest Waterstones bookstore. (Original) Il n’y a pas que London Eye à Londres !Allez jeter un coup d’œil à ce petit musée confidentiel et bien caché ! Vous y verrez cette magnifique résille élégante et une collection impressionnante d’oushebtis ! Je vous laisse vous documenter... Ce petit musée est resté dans son jus .Ambiance fin de chantier de fouilles avec tous ces fragments tous plus précieux les uns que les autres. Une surprise à deux pas de la plus belle librairie Waterstones de Londres sûrement.

Quaint gem near best book shop in London . Waterstones, tower street branch.

I discovered this museum too late. I really loved it,probably one of my favourite one in London. So interesting and useful. Amazing.

Great collection

(Translated by Google) You do not necessarily have to do it but it's free. (Original) Muss man nicht unbedingt machen ist aber kostenlos.

A must visit place.

(Translated by Google) Small but lots to see (Original) Pequeno mas com muito para ver

(Translated by Google) Deserves the visit, a wonder. (Original) Mereix la visita, una maravella.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful small museum in two halls. It is open to the public. There are original exhibits. Not as large and known as the British Museum, but beautifully described. No copies, but the originals. For small visitors, they have books for viewing, task tables. During my visits there were computers with music samples and 3d models of interesting exhibits. It is a museum for cultural lovers of ancient Egypt, not for sensational seekers. The museum's ears are elderly, but at the entrance you get a map with the top exhibits. (Original) Krásné malé muzeum ve dvou sálech. Je veřejnosti volně přístupné. Jsou zde originální exponáty. Ne tak velké a známé jako v Britském muzeu, ale krásně popsané. Žádné kopie, ale originály. Pro malé návštěvníky, mají knihy na prohlížení, stoly s úkoly. Za mé návštěvy byly k dispozici počítače s ukázkami hudby a 3d modely zajímavých exponátů. Je to muzeum pro milovníky kultury starověké Egypta, ne pro hledače senzací. Ráz muzea je postarší, ale u vchodu dostanete mapku s top exponáty.

amazing so much in such a small museum. very friendly staff. If you are visiting the British museum make sure you visit the Petri.

Small but really interesting museum if you're interested in Egyptian history with super nice staff. There are a lot of items (more than you might inside in such a small museum and maybe it could be a little better curated), but many of the pieces are in really excellent condition (better than other world class museums) and there's a nice short guide that you're given that highlights a few of the hallmark pieces. Great to kill an hour or so.

Mummified mice, bead dresses and other rarities await you at this prolific Egyptian university collection at UCL.

My young sons and I really enjoyed it. Great supporting literature, plenty of amusing artifacts and great presentational cabinets from another era. An antidote to more mainstream museums where the emphasis is on entertainment rather than the objects themselves.

(Translated by Google) Being in London it's worth taking a look (Original) Będąc w Londynie warto tu zajrzeć

Amazing array of artefacts in such a small museum. It's a bit dimly lit and the information cards etc are too basic and not all that useful, except for on the current exhibition items. They could make more of what they have, imo.

(Translated by Google) very informative tour (Original) очень познавательная экскурсия

A small but compact museum with a huge variety of incredibly well preserved exhibits. The pottery room was a particular highlight for me, a really colourful look into Egyptian history. The venue is air conditioned too and has seating in the main room, so it's easy to rest if you need it. Highly recommended

(Translated by Google) Small but nice. Very many finds. The nice staff leaves the visitors a list of the ten highlights (information and location in the exhibition), if you do not have much time. We were thrilled because here you can roam through the millennia of Egyptian history in a small space. (Original) Klein, aber fein. Sehr viele Fundstücke. Das nette Personal überlässt den Besuchern eine Liste mit den zehn Highlights (Informationen und Lage in der Ausstellung), falls man nicht soviel Zeit hat. Wir waren begeistert, weil man hier auf kleinem Raum durch Jahrtausende ägyptischer Geschichte streifen kann.

(Translated by Google) A small place full of resources s2 (Original) Un piccolo posticino pieno di risorse s2

More than 80.000 ancient Egyptian pieces

Such a unqine ! So much to see bits and pieces in small museum. Everything are in one floor !

This museum has a rich and beautiful collection. Although the space is not very big, various aspects of ancient Egypt are displayed with different types of artefacts. It includes important collections such as fabrics. Well worth a look. It takes one to two hours to read the detailed description of the collection. The staff are also very friendly and photography is allowed but please do not use flash.