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The London Dungeon

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The London Dungeon

South Bank, London (SE1 7PB) • Greater London

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Greater London
🎭 Live Actors 🔪 Jack the Ripper 🔥 Great Fire 😱 Thrilling Rides
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scheduleDaily: 10:00 – 17:00 (Hours extend to 18:00 during summer and school holidays)

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Getting Here

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Location Address

South Bank, London (SE1 7PB)

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Public Bus Services

Local bus lines operate frequent daily services directly to stops adjacent to the attraction entrance.

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Regional Transit Links

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South London / National Rail

Waterloo Station

4 min walk
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Central London

Westminster Station (Jubilee, District, Circle)

10 min walk

About The London Dungeon

Crucial: Children under 5 are not permitted to enter. The attraction is recommended for ages 12+. Book online in advance to save up to 23% on £35 walk-up prices.

When building a list of the top London attractions for thrill-seekers, a journey into the dark vaults of County Hall is an absolute must. The London Dungeon brings 1,000 years of the capital’s murky history to life through a highly immersive, 75-minute theatrical walkthrough. Featuring spine-chilling live actors, cutting-edge special effects, and two thrilling underground rides, you will face the wrath of Henry VIII, sit in Sweeney Todd's barber chair, and attempt to survive Jack the Ripper's foggy Whitechapel. It is undeniably one of the most uniquely entertaining things to do in London. However, daring to arrive at the South Bank without a ticket is a terrifying mistake. Walk-up gate prices are significantly more expensive—costing up to £35 at the door—and because tours operate in small, timed groups, prime time slots frequently sell out. If you want to skip the massive queues and secure the cheapest tickets, you must book online in advance. Plus, there is no need to scour the web for a promo code; our verified partner link automatically applies the best discount and combo bundle offers directly to your cart at checkout. **Click below to book your The London Dungeon tickets online in advance and secure the cheapest entry today.**

Quick Facts

  • 🎭Live Actors
  • 🔪Jack the Ripper
  • 🔥Great Fire
  • 😱Thrilling Rides
  • scheduleDaily: 10:00 – 17:00 (Hours extend to 18:00 during summer and school holidays)
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Insider Tips

  • check_circleBundle your tickets: Merlin Entertainments owns the Dungeon, the London Eye, and SEA LIFE (all located on the same block). Always buy a combo ticket to save massive amounts of money.
  • check_circleThe rides are optional: If you are claustrophobic, pregnant, or simply hate drop rides, you can easily bypass the Tyrant Boat Ride and the Drop Dead freefall ride. Just tell a staff member.
  • check_circleLeave your bags behind: There is no cloakroom at the London Dungeon, and large bags or suitcases are not allowed inside. Use the luggage storage facilities at nearby Waterloo Station before you arrive.
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What to Expect

1. The Tyrant Boat Ride

Your journey begins in the dark as you are condemned to death by Henry VIII and sent on a spooky, turbulent boat ride through the Traitors' Gate.

2. Sweeney Todd's Barber Shop

Take a seat in the infamous barber's chair in complete darkness. Using incredible spatial audio and physical effects, you will feel the 'Demon Barber' right behind you.

3. The Ten Bells Pub

Step into a meticulously recreated Victorian pub where the victims of Jack the Ripper drank, before the lights go out and the killer strikes.

4. Drop Dead: Drop Ride to Doom

The finale of the experience. You are sentenced to hang at Newgate Prison and will plunge into the darkness on a vertical freefall drop ride.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get the cheapest tickets for The London Dungeon? expand_more

The most effective way to secure the cheapest tickets and access the latest bundle offers is to book online in advance. Standard gate prices cost £35 at the door. By booking digitally through our verified affiliate link, the best available discount—including a massive 30% saving when bundled with the London Eye—is automatically applied to your order at checkout. There is no need to hunt for a promo code to unlock these savings.

Is The London Dungeon worth it? expand_more

Yes, it is entirely worth it and consistently ranks as one of the top London attractions for older children, teens, and adults. It is not just a standard museum; it is a 75-minute, highly immersive piece of interactive theatre featuring incredible live actors, intricate sets, and two optional theme park-style rides (the Tyrant Boat Ride and the Drop Dead freefall). It is a premium, laugh-out-loud, and spine-tingling experience.

Can I buy tickets on the day / at the gate? expand_more

While there is a ticket office on-site, we strongly advise against buying tickets on the day. Walk-up gate prices are significantly more expensive (£8 more per adult) than advance online rates. Furthermore, because the attraction runs on strictly timed, small-group tours, capacity is very limited. Time slots frequently sell out on weekends and school holidays, leaving spontaneous visitors turned away. Always book online in advance to guarantee your entry and lock in the lowest price.

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