About London Dungeon

Get ready for 90 minutes of gripping interactive shows, spectacular special effects and underground rides where you can experience the history of medieval London and the horrific events that took place then. Get the London Dungeon opening time and get ready to experience the thrilling 19 interactive shows where you meet up close with menacing characters like Sweeney Todd, Guy Fawkes and Jack The Ripper. The shows are based on real events from British history and reveal the darkest times of the medieval era. It is a fascinating and mind-gripping portrayal of 1000 years of British history.

Visitors enter the London Dungeon in groups of 30 to 40 people and begin the backward journey in time. The first rides, the Descent and the Tyrant Boat Ride pass quite quickly.Next comes the executioner, who tells Gor stories about heads on spikes and other execution methods of that time. This is followed by an enactment of Guy Fawkes and his plan to blow up the Parliament back in 1605.

Learn about different variations of torture in The Torture chamber and listen to horror stories from the Great Fire of London, the Black Plague and the gruesome ways of Jack The Ripper. End your thrilling experience with the free fall of Drop Dead: Drop Ride. London Dungeon is a truly unique attraction in the city that is worth a visit.

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Location: London Dungeon The Queen's Walk, Bishop's, London SE1 7PBThe United Kingdom. The London Dungeon is located in County Hall, South Bank Of the River Thames, right by Westminster Bridge.

Timings:Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday - 10 am to 5 pm.Thursday- 11 am to 5 pm.Saturday and Sunday - 10 am to 6 pm.London Dungeon is open every day of the year except on Christmas day. The visiting hours of London Dungeon are extended during peak times for as long as 9 am to 8 pm.

Best Time to Visit London Dungeon:The best time to visit London Dungeon is either during the first admission of the London Dungeon opening time or close to the last admission of the day. This is the time when the Dungeon is comparatively less crowded. Being a popular attraction, the London Dungeon gets busy during weekends and public holidays. Booking time slots in advance is highly recommended if you plan to visit the Dungeon on weekends. Weekdays are a much better option for planning your visit to the London Dungeon. Queue times may vary from 15-30 minutes on weekdays to 30-60 minutes on weekends and public holidays.

The London Dungeon gets particularly crowded during school holidays, the month of August and the days before and after Halloween. The number of visitors to the London Dungeon is very unpredictable, and most of the time, the tickets are sold out before the London Dungeon's opening time. This is why you need to book your tickets online and secure your time slot according to your convenience.

What To Expect In London Dungeon?

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  • The London Dungeon is an experience attraction where you get to see Dungeons, experience medieval London, stage performances and interactive special effects.
  • A series of set scenes have been reproduced to depict scenes of torture in a hilarious and fun way.
  • There is a lot of Darkness with skeletons, dripping water, a tolling Bell, rats in cages and other gory details.
  • Get to know menacing characters like Guy Fawkes, Jack the Ripper, and Sweeney Todd.
  • There are stinky smells and sights of plagues and illnesses around.
  • Learn about the Great Fire of 1666 and watch an entertaining simulated trial of prosecution followed in the 18th century.
  • End your experience with a gut-wrenching boat ride, Drop Dead:Drop Ride, that sends you plummeting into a dark abyss.

London Dungeon Visitor Tips

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  • One of the best times to visit the London Dungeon is around Halloween. The sets and the acts are gory, spine-chilling and complete entertainment.
  • There is no specific dress code for the London Dungeon but make sure you wear comfortable clothing while exploring this attraction.
  • If you plan to buy tickets onsite, remember to show up early as the queues tend to get long. It may help if you reach near the last admission of the visiting hours of London Dungeon.
  • It is advisable to book London Dungeon tickets online as it guarantees entry at your chosen time, and you avoid the hassles of standing in long queues.
  • Several rides have restrictions on age and height. Please remember to check these carefully before visiting the London Dungeon.

London Dungeon Entry Tickets

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  • Get transported to frightening East London streets, torture chamber & plague-ravaged houses as you enjoy the marvelous acting of professional theater actors

  • Let adrenaline rush through the veins as you hop on 2 exhilarating underground rides including Tyrant Boat Ride

  • Grab an opportunity to meet and interact with some spooky characters of the city- Sweeney Todd and Jack the Ripper

  • Show some courage as you travel back in time with a real-life dungeon setting & see amazing performances in 360° sets

  • Experience the London Dungeon's spine-chilling 110-minute long tour to learn about its turbulent past

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Must Know Before You Go
  • Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.
  • This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible.
  • All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival and entry.
  • Tyrant Boat Ride & Drop Dead not suitable for pregnant women.
  • Disabled visitors may bring one carer for free (with documentation).
  • Admit 1 wheelchair user per hour, at each quarter past the hour. No wheelchair is available for hire.
  • The tours last for about 90-110 minutes & are done in English.
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The London Dungeon Standard Entry - Same Day Booking Tickets
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Highlights
  • Get transported to frightening East London streets, torture chamber & plague-ravaged houses as you enjoy the marvelous acting of professional theater actors

  • Let adrenaline rush through the veins as you hop on 2 exhilarating underground rides including Tyrant Boat Ride

  • Grab an opportunity to meet and interact with some spooky characters of the city- Sweeney Todd and Jack the Ripper

  • Show some courage as you travel back in time with a real-life dungeon setting & see amazing performances in 360° sets

  • Experience the London Dungeon's spine-chilling 110-minute long tour to learn about its turbulent past

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Must Know Before You Go
  • Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue.
  • This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible.
  • All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival and entry.
  • Tyrant Boat Ride & Drop Dead not suitable for pregnant women.
  • Disabled visitors may bring one carer for free (with documentation).
  • Admit 1 wheelchair user per hour, at each quarter past the hour. No wheelchair is available for hire.
  • The tours last for about 90-110 minutes & are done in English.
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    No, the London Dungeon is not a real Dungeon. It is a 90-minute combination of interactive shows, special effects, rides and stage performances by professional actors. The entire experience is based on real Historical events of medieval Britain.

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