Hidden gems: Museums in Chelsea

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Chelsea. This list contains 43 places from Museum category.

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People's Museum Somers Town
Museum
👍👍 Extremely small museum of just one room well worth a stop before you get the train. A lot of locals see it as a hub to chat about the old days. This is the kind of vision we need for moder social change.
5.00 (32 reviews) (~5.6 km from centre)
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Merlin Venues
Event venue
👍👍 We held our Company Ball at Madame Tussauds on Saturday night. It cannot fail to wow people - amazing experience from start to finish. It was a pleasure working with Becky, our Events Co-ordinator, who was a huge help the whole way through. Food by Dish were very helpful and the food was lovely. T...
5.00 (28 reviews) (~3.92 km from centre)
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The Clockworks
Museum
👍👍 Very interesting collection of electrical aided clocks and electrical instruments. By be appt only. Watch clock repair workshop as well.
4.90 (14 reviews) (~7.53 km from centre)
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Alma-Nac Slim House
Museum
👍👍 Wow. What an amazing house and what even better residents. Been here multiple times to visit the host, and not once have i been disappointed. He his funny, charismatic and of course very attractive. 10/10!
4.90 (11 reviews) (~3.06 km from centre)
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Polish Institute and Sikorski Museum
Museum
A wide collection of memorabilia brought together by General Sikorski, a Polish officer during WWII.
4.80 (102 reviews) (~1.63 km from centre)
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Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
Museum
👍👍 An must visit for tennis fans in your London visit. The lawn courts are so beautiful maintained and the guided tour was very informative. There is museum where you can see the tennis gallery in the tour and purchase some memorable tennis items.
4.80 (88 reviews) (~6.56 km from centre)
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Museum of Methodism
Museum
👍👍 Indeed for all Methodists this is a must visit when in London.
4.80 (88 reviews) (~7.07 km from centre)
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Kirkaldy’s Testing Works
Technology museum
👍 Fascinating glimpse of mechanical engineering testing from the past! The museum may only be open once a month, but its space is full of machines that can make physics live for those interested in engineering, and give a fascinating insight into niche Victorian and Edwardian industry for those leanin...
4.80 (60 reviews) (~5.19 km from centre)
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Royal College of Music Museum
Museum
👍👍 Great music museum. A must visit if you're in the area.
4.80 (42 reviews) (~1.5 km from centre)
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Annenberg Courtyard
Museum
👍👍 The little iron baby is a must-see.
4.80 (26 reviews) (~3.23 km from centre)
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Merton Priory Chapter House
History museum
👍👍 We enjoyed and learnt a lot from last Saturday's Study Day.
4.80 (20 reviews) (~8.09 km from centre)
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British Vintage Wireless and Television Museum
Museum
👍👍 A private collection of radios and televisions from WW1 onwards. By appointment and cash only!
4.80 (17 reviews) (~7.99 km from centre)
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British Optical Association Museum
Museum
A collection of 18,000 objects relating to the history of optometry, the human eye and visual aids.
4.80 (13 reviews) (~3.87 km from centre)
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Museum House
Corporate office
👍👍 Beautifully renovated with every amenity you need for a stay in London. The location is very central and can be a bit noisy as several pubs flank the building with boisterous evening crowds...I still loved it.
4.80 (11 reviews) (~4.59 km from centre)
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King Edward Vll Gallery
Museum
👍👍 The British Museum is truly defined more as a “universal museum” spanning human history through the global. It’s origins started from one individual Sir Hans Sloan, who wanted his personal collection preserved after his death. His gift to a nation (around 1750) has evolved into a haven for treasur...
4.80 (8 reviews) (~4.62 km from centre)
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Roca London Gallery
Museum
Funky designer venue created as showroom, event and meeting space by Zaha Hadid Architects.
4.70 (112 reviews) (~1.66 km from centre)
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Bow Street Police Museum
Museum
👍 A small but interesting museum detailing the history of this Police Station and the adjoining Magistrates Courts which no longer exist. The reception area gives a good overview of this places history and the formation of the "Bow Street Runners" then six single cells continue the story with personal...
4.70 (103 reviews) (~4.45 km from centre)
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Honourable Artillery Company Museum
Museum
👍👍 A stunning venue for lunch, bistro or a la carte in the city of London away from the noise. Members and their guests only though. Food is delicious and the staff very accommodating. If you get an invite, be sure to go!
4.70 (95 reviews) (~6.93 km from centre)
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Dorich House Museum
Museum
👍👍 A real treasure that’s a little off the beaten track. Highly recommend a visit. The House is not only beautiful outside and inside but the staff is very kind and helpful! Worth going a little out of your way to check it out and enjoy the space!
4.70 (93 reviews) (~8.78 km from centre)
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St John Priory Church
Church
👍 Great little secret garden. Lots of history here so worth stopping to read the little snippets around the place. Lovely maintained garden.
4.70 (76 reviews) (~6.1 km from centre)
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