Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology

The Petrie Museum houses an estimated 80,000 objects, making it one of the greatest collections of Egyptian and Sudanese archaeology in the world.

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  • Phone

    +44 20 3108 9000

  • Website

    ucl.ac.uk/museums/petrie

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  • Type

    History Museum

Address

Malet Pl (Gower St) London Greater London WC1E 6BT United Kingdom

Credit Cards No
Wi-Fi Free

Comments / 12


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Natalie Meyer

Quite possibly one of the most hidden Egyptology gems out there, right in your backyard . Don't miss the emergency stairwell -- some of the best stuff is hidden there!

H R

Though some of the exhibits are badly lit, i really liked this cosy museum . The staff are friendly and knowledgeable , good to talk to.

Aen Sirinel

This is such a little gem right on the territory of UCL and one of the non-mainstream museums of London. Not all exhibits might be interesting for everyone, but it's a must if you're into Egyptology .

Spotted by Locals - city guides by locals

It focuses on the smaller objects that many people might gloss over at the British Museum ! Read more

Galal Galal-Edeen

An amazing collection of ancient Egyptian artefacts..absolutely packed! Free & strongly recommended to visit..

Time Out London

With its 80,000 exhibits , the Petrie (pronounced pee-tree) is bursting at its seams with items from the Nile valley dating back 5,000 years. Read more

Martin Tiedemann

17 January: Found at the top of a windy staircase at University College, London, established in 1892 as a teaching resource for UCL's Department of Egyptian Archaeology & Philology. 80,000 objects .

Adrian Hon

Some interesting 3D models of objects you can check out - they're digitally scanning a whole bunch right now

Johnny van Hal

A hidden gem !

paul cardwell

Remember to pick up a torch! Don't miss the oldest garment in the world.

paul cardwell

Pick up a torch! Take your time.

Patti Crespo

Un museo pequeño pero interesante

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