Museum Tavern
Camden
££ · Pub
Contact
- Phone +44 20 7242 8987
- Website Visit site ↗
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00 – 23:00
- Tue 11:00 – 23:00
- Wed 11:00 – 23:00
- Thu 11:00 – 23:00
- Fri 11:00 – 00:00
- Sat 11:00 – 00:00
- Sun 11:00 – 22:30
Good to know
- Dog friendly
- Kitchen
- Cocktails
- LGBTQ+ welcoming
Upcoming at Museum Tavern
About Museum Tavern
Museum Tavern stands directly opposite the British Museum on Great Russell Street in Bloomsbury, one of the most recognisable pub locations in central London. This Greene King pub has served museum visitors, academics and locals for generations and keeps a classic Victorian character.
It serves food and cocktails alongside a full range of beers, welcomes dogs and is noted as an LGBTQ+ welcoming spot, so it suits everyone from a solo visitor pausing between exhibits to groups settling in for the evening.
With a 4.4 rating and its unbeatable position across from the museum's main gates, Museum Tavern is both a tourist landmark and a genuine local. It opens from late morning every day and stays open until midnight on Friday and Saturday.
The combination of a historic setting, food and drink, and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a natural first or last stop for anyone visiting the British Museum or exploring Bloomsbury.
Getting there
Museum Tavern
Nearby venues
- London Review Bookshop Bloomsbury
- The Plough Camden
- 44 Great Russell Street WC1B 3JL
- The Atlantis Bookshop WC1A 1LY
- Contemporary Ceramics WC1B 3BF
- Museum of Comedy London
- Saras Fix WC1A 2SE
- The Bowery Bar Camden
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Museum Tavern?
Museum Tavern is on Great Russell Street in Bloomsbury, directly opposite the main entrance of the British Museum. It is a short walk from Tottenham Court Road, Holborn and Russell Square Tube stations.
What are the opening hours at Museum Tavern?
The pub opens from 11am every day. It serves until 11pm from Monday to Thursday, until midnight on Friday and Saturday, and until 10:30pm on Sunday. The weekend nights run a little later.
Is Museum Tavern good after visiting the British Museum?
Yes, it sits directly opposite the museum, so it is an ideal stop before or after a visit. It serves food and cocktails as well as beer. The pub keeps a classic, historic feel that suits the setting.
Is Museum Tavern dog-friendly?
Yes, Museum Tavern welcomes dogs. It also serves food and cocktails and is noted as an LGBTQ+ welcoming venue. The atmosphere is relaxed and traditional.
Does Museum Tavern serve food?
Yes, the pub serves food alongside its range of beers and cocktails. That makes it a good option for a meal as well as a drink. Its location opposite the British Museum makes it especially convenient for visitors.