London · Covent Garden · See
Anatomical collection of the surgeon John Hunter on Lincoln's Inn Fields, not for the faint-hearted.
In the 18th century the surgeon John Hunter collected thousands of human and animal specimens in order to understand the body. The jars with organs and skeletons stand in bright display cases, and the museum also tells the history of surgery up to the present day. It reopened after a renovation and is clearly laid out. If you’re squeamish, consider beforehand whether the exhibition is for you.
The Hunterian Museum is a museum of anatomical specimens in London, located in the building of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
From Wikipedia: “Hunterian Museum, London”, licence CC BY-SA 4.0
Three places nearby, in walking order.
Mon–Sat 11 am–11 pm, Sun 12 noon–10.30 pm (according to OSM, unverified)
Small pub of 1602 behind the Royal Courts of Justice, full of lawyers; ale and simple home cooking.
Very cramped, few seats; come early in the evening. The stairs to the toilet are notoriously steep.
Wed–Sun 10 am–5 pm, last entry 4.30 pm; closed Mon/Tue
An architect's house crammed with mirrors, skylit domes and an Egyptian sarcophagus.
Free, no booking needed. Little space, so often a wait. Closed Mon and Tue.
Mon 7 am–10 pm, Tue–Fri 7 am–10.30 pm, Sat 8 am–10.30 pm, Sun 11 am–9 pm
Viennese-style grand café on the Aldwych; breakfast with egg dishes, pastries and coffee.
Open from 7 am on weekdays, ideal before a day of theatre or museums; Sundays only from 11 am.
daily from 4 pm
Bar in the Rosewood London on High Holborn with a fireplace, bookshelves and caricatures by Gerald Scarfe.
Often live music in the evening; booking is worthwhile.
According to the programme
London's oldest theatre still in use, lavishly restored; big musicals. ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ until 9 January 2027.
Allow time for the opulent foyers before the show.
According to the programme
Small independent cinema in Covent Garden with classics, arthouse and film seasons.
A quiet alternative to the big cinemas on Leicester Square.
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