Museums & Galleries · London
Clink Prison Museum
📍 SE1 9DW
Photo: Spudgun67 (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- View archaeological artefacts from the prison site
- Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the prison
- Handle torture devices used on inmates
- Hear tales of torment and misfortunes of inmates
The Clink Prison Museum sits on the original site of one of England's oldest and most notorious prisons, dating back to 1144, in the heart of Southwark. Inside, you can view archaeological artefacts, experience the sights, sounds and smells of the prison, handle torture devices, and hear the tales of torment endured by inmates such as debtors, heretics, drunkards and harlots. It's a hands-on, educational experience that works well for families with children. Please note the museum is not wheelchair accessible. It's well placed for a visit while staying nearby, being just 0.3 miles from London Bridge station, with 648 bookable places to stay within 5 miles.
Practical details
- Accessibility
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Best for
- Great with kids
From the attraction's own website on 29 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Guided Tours
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- London Bridge 0.3 miles
- London Cannon Street 0.3 miles
- London Blackfriars 0.6 miles
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