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Museums & Galleries · London
Jack the Ripper Museum
📍 E1 8JG
Photo: Mike Prior (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- See details of each murder recorded on the walls
- Discover victims' names, ages and murder locations
- Explore recreated settings like The Ten Bells and Police Station
- Learn about suspects and the police investigation
- Join a walking tour lasting around 90 minutes
The Jack the Ripper Museum sits in a Victorian house in the heart of Whitechapel, telling the full story of the 1888 murders. As you move through the rooms, you'll find recreated settings such as The Ten Bells and a police station, along with details of each murder, victims' names, ages and locations, plus newspaper reports and illustrations. It suits those curious about Victorian East End history and true crime. The museum is self-guided, with an audio guide recommended, and there's a lift to all floors. It's set in Tower Hamlets, close to London Fenchurch Street station, with 526 bookable places to stay within 5 miles if you fancy making a stay of it.
Practical details
- Open
- Daily, 9:30am to 6pm
- Time needed
- Walking tour lasts approximately 90 minutes
- Booking
- Tickets can be bought online or at the door
- Accessibility
- Lift available to all floors
- Parking
- Very limited parking nearby, with a public car park nearby
From the attraction's own website on 27 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Guided Tours
- ✓ Parking
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