I have a little knowledge of anatomy ,which I am sure enabled me to enjoy this to the full.Well laid out ,well explained ,very peaceful atmosphere ,not as tummy turning as one might expect ,very informative ,well worth a visit .

Recommended by a friend,I went with a teenager, a couple of 40 something's and my nan who's in her 70's. We each found the museum captivated our minds in different ways, I was interested in the zoology side whilst my nan was interested in how medicine has advanced from the Second World War. Not for the faint hearted as there's... More

Disclaimer: I am a physician and I did find this interesting, especially all the information about body snatchers in London. I would highly recommend paying for the audio set (admission to the museum itself is free). I wouldn't make a special effort to take the curator talk- no new information was presented that was not in the audio tour. Although... More

Set within The Royal College of Surgeons this is a little known museum set in the heart of Holborn that houses one of the oldest collections of anatomical, pathological and zoological specimens in the UK. The museum chronicles our understanding of anatomy through the ages as a society and is very fascinating to behold. There is a vast array of... More

One of London's less well-known museums, but worth seeking out unless you are squeamish or a hypochondriac. The Hunterian Museum contains a fabulous range of exhibits covering the history of surgery and medical science. The museum is of special relevance to medical students but there is plenty to interest and inform the lay person with no academic background in medical... More

This is an interesting little museum - especially if you are fascinated by forensics. It's free and slightly intimidating going through the front doors, but it's worth it. Don't go if you don't want to see old surgical instruments or animals in formaldehyde.

What a fascinating museum chronicling anatomical medicine throughout the years from early days of surgery to modern day techniques. A truly interesting time with many samples and surgical instruments to see. may sound grotesque but be assured highly educational and an interesting experience.

If you like picking scabs and looking up deformed animals and strange diseases on the internet, this museum is for you! As you stroll through humankind's sickening fascination with body mutilation, medical oddities and a fascinating collection of amputation saws, you can admire the quality of glass jars and integrity of animal specimens. Ive always wanted to know what a... More

Possibly one of the most interesting museums in London, it is a museum with a difference for sure. My boyfriend and I went not sure what to expect, if you are squeamish I wouldn't visit though as there are fetuses in jars and the like. If you are a student or anyone with an interest in biology/history of medicine etc... More