Crystal Palace Museum
Historical place museum in Croydon
Address: Anerley Hill, London SE19 2BA, United Kingdom
Phone: 447434975582
Region: Croydon
Nearest station: Crystal Palace (0.09 miles)
Rated: 4.2/5 on Google.
Opening Times
| Monday: | Closed |
| Tuesday: | Closed |
| Wednesday: | Closed |
| Thursday: | Closed |
| Friday: | Closed |
| Saturday: | Closed |
| Sunday: | 11 AM–3 PM |
About Crystal Palace Museum
- 🏛️ Crystal Palace Museum is a small, free museum located in Crystal Palace Park.
- 🔍 It features informative displays about the history of the Crystal Palace, including its construction, the fire that destroyed it, and its significance during the blitz.
- 💡 The museum also provides information about events that have taken place in the park.
- ⭐ Visitors note that it may seem underwhelming at first, but they are pleasantly surprised by a VR headset that allows them to explore the old Crystal Palace.
- 👨👩👧👦 The staff at the museum are friendly and accommodating towards children.
- 💸 While entrance to the museum is free, some visitors recommend taking part in a guided tour around the ruins of the Crystal Palace for £5.
- ⚙️ Technologically speaking, exhibits may be considered basic but remain informative and fascinating according to reviewers.
- ✨ Although there are no public toilets or cafes within the museum itself, there are facilities just a three-minute walk away in Crystal Palace town.
- 💎 Visitors appreciate this hidden gem of a local museum for providing a succinct history of its building and making information easy to absorb.
Options: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Restaurant, Good for kids
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