Thistle Holborn, The Kingsley
🏖️ 2.13 miles from The Serpentine - Hyde Park (Good water quality)
London
Museums & Galleries · London
Camera Museum
📍 WC1A 1LY
Photo: morebyless (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Museum Gallery showing a timeline of cameras through history
- Specialist Hasselblad, Rolleiflex and Fujifilm dealership and repair service
- Browse and buy vintage cameras and lenses from many brands
- Coffee shop on site serving food and drink all day
- Camera-themed gift shop with badges, mugs and postcards
The Camera Museum sits in the heart of central London on historic Museum Street, combining a specialist Hasselblad, Rolleiflex and Fujifilm dealership with a true museum gallery tracing the history of cameras from the 19th century to today. You can browse and buy vintage cameras, lenses and accessories, use the repair and photo restoration services, or simply explore the timeline of camera design. There's also a coffee shop for food and drink, plus a gift shop selling camera-themed badges, mugs and postcards. It suits photography lovers, collectors and anyone curious about the evolution of the camera. Based in Camden, it's a short walk from Tottenham Court Road station, with 784 bookable places to stay within 5 miles for those planning a visit.
Practical details
- Best for
- Camera collectors and photography enthusiasts
- Booking
- Camera repair and photo restoration services offered
From the attraction's own website on 22 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
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