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The Fan Museum

4.5 (466)$ · Budget-friendly

The Fan Museum occupies a pair of restored Georgian townhouses in Greenwich and holds a genuinely unique collection: thousands of hand fans spanning centuries and continents, arranged in a small but carefully curated set of rooms. Its very specific subject matter and modest review count point to a true niche museum, appealing to a small but appreciative audience, reflected in a solid rating. Reviewers with London or National Art Passes note discounted admission, adding to its appeal as a quick, inexpensive stop. At around 30 minutes, it's one of the shortest visits in Greenwich, easily combined with the area's other museums.

✨ Reasons to go

  • 1Housed in a pair of restored Georgian townhouses in Greenwich
  • 2One of the only museums in the world dedicated entirely to hand fans, with a collection spanning centuries and continents
  • 3Small enough to see fully in about 30 minutes, making it easy to pair with the Queen's House or National Maritime Museum

💡 Good to know

  • 1Admission is budget-friendly, and London Pass or Art Fund holders may get a discount
  • 2it's very small, so 30 minutes is ample time
  • 3pair it with the nearby Queen's House and National Maritime Museum for a fuller Greenwich day.

⏱️ Typical visit

30 min

🕰️ Best time

morning, lunchtime or afternoon

🚶 Walking intensity

Easy pace

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Address

12 Crooms Hill, London SE10 8ER, UKGoogleApple
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Booking

Walk-in

What people say

"Have been meaning to visit for a while; what a nice little museum! £5 entry Can pay cash or card I do believe if you have an art pass it maybe cheaper! Toilets available not necessarily disabled friendly! Has a gift shop staff are extremely friendly & helpful. The selection of fans on display are so beautiful. It wont take up most of your day but it's well worth a visit"

Sarah -.