Alexander Flemming Museum In-situ reconstruction of the lab where penicillin was discovered. Open Mon-Thurs 10am-10pm (Closed on public holidays) located at St. Mary's Hospital, Praed St, Paddington, W2 1NY, 0171-725 6528.
Bramah Tea and Coffee Museum Two great Oriental trades, which brought romance to the ports of London and a new social life to Europe, are illustrated in a unique collection of pictures, silver and ceramics. Open 10am-6pm at Butler's Wharf, Tower Bridge, 0171-378 0222 (tel no for cafe) Group bookings by arrangement.
British
Museum A wonderful collection of antiquities from around the world. Open 10am-5pm Mon-Sat and 2.30-6pm Sun at Great Russell St, 0171-636 1555 (Holborn tube).
Clink Prison Formerly the lock-up in what was the most notorious red light district, today the Clink entertains guests in an altogether more convivial fashion, hosting private parties and corporate functions. At 1 Clink St, London Bridge, SE1, 0171-403 6515 (London Bridge tube).
Imperial War Museum Two world wars are documented here with displays including a lifelike trench simulation and memories of the Blitz which devastated much of London. Open 10am-6pm at Lambeth Rd, 0171-416 5000 (Elephant & Castle tube / BR).
Museum of London World's best city museum, shows development of London from prehistoric times to present day. Experience Roman London, The Great Fire, World War II and more. Open 10am-5.50pm Tues-Sat and Noon-5.50pm Sunday at 150 London Wall, EC2, 0171-600 0807 (St. Paul's tube).
Museum of Mankind The lifestyle and traditions of people from non-Western cultures are explored. Open 10am-5pm Mon-Sat and 2.30-6pm Sun at 6 Burlington Gardens, 0171-437 2224 (Green Park tube).
National Maritime Museum The saga of British seamanship. Open 10am-6pm Mon-Sat and 12-6pm Sun at Romney Rd, SE10, 0181-858 4422 (Maze Hill BR).
National Army Museum The story of how soldiers lived, worked and fought - from Tudor times to present day. Open 10am-5.30pm at Royal Hospital Rd, Chelsea, 0171-730 0717 (Sloane Square tube).
National Postal Museum Celebrating the world's first postal service. Many fascinating exhibits. Open 9.30am-4.30pm Mon-Fri only, at King Edward St, EC1 (St. Paul's tube).
Science Museum Spaceships, airplanes, computers and more - see mankind's greatest inventions. 900 working exhibits give a hands-on experience of science. 10am-6pm every day at Exhibition Rd, South Kensington, 0171-938 8080 / 8000 (South Kensington tube).
Victoria and Albert Museum The decorative arts. Open 10am-5.50pm Tues-Sun and 12-5.50pm Mon at Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, 0171-938 8500 (South Kensington tube)
National Gallery A collection of Western European paintings from the 13th century to the present day. Open 10am-6pm Mon-Sat and 2-6pm Sun at Trafalgar Sq, 0171-839 3321 (Charing Cross).
National Portrait Gallery The famous faces of Britain, including today's royal family. Open 10am-6pm Mon-Sat and 12-6pm Sun at St Martin's Place, 0171-306 0055(Charing Cross tube/BR).
Tate Gallery British paintings and modern international art. See the Turners in the adjacent Clore Gallery. Open 10am-5.50pm Mon-Sat and 2-5.50pm Sun at Millbank, SW1, 0171-887 8000 (Pimlico tube).
