subject: 3 Unknown London Museums Near Russell Square Hotels [print this page] The capital city of London gives you more than what you expect on a holiday. This city tempts holiday travellers to head to some of the best museums in the metropolis. But discovering few unknown delights in the city is always special. If you are visiting Central London, you will find many historic sites where you can discover quirky exhibits. These unknown museums in London give you an insight into culturally rich city through their entertaining exhibitions and events.
The area close to Russell Square tube station is one such destination where you can explore many unfamiliar museums in the city. This tourist area offers plenty of lavish as well as budget accommodations to suit the taste of every traveller. You can book top luxury or cheap hotels in Russell Square and head to number of hidden delights in the area.
Here are few unknown London museums near Russell Square where you can enjoy some leisure time:
Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology
Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology is situated within University College of London Museum and Collections. It fascinates people with a collection of over 8,000 artefacts on the development of Egyptian culture. These exhibits showcase development in technology from Prehistoric to Roman times too. Between 6th June 2012 and 7th June 2012, you can drop in here to take part in half-term family activities. Royalty and Power in Ancient Egypt will take you through the life of powerful Pharaohs in Egypt too.
Hunterian Museum
Housed within the Royal College of Surgeons, this unique site promotes surgical care for patients and regulates surgery. It features number of temporary and permanent exhibitions and galleries. You will see a variety of medical specimens and surgical instruments. Some of the unique specimens include bones, teeth, complete skeletons, corrosion casts, wax teaching models, and dried preparations. You can opt for free guided tour to Hunterian Museum on every Wednesday too. These tours include free talks covering subjects related to history of surgery.
The Cartoon Museum
It is the first cartoon museum in London, located in Little Russell Street. This unusual site displays a wide range of British cartoons, comic art, and caricatures. You will find colour mural paintings by Giles and Steve Bell too. While staying at top Russell Square hotels you can see Logical Impossibilities: The Cartoon Strips of H. M. Bateman by Tony Anderson. This exhibition will take place on 20th June 2012, fascinating you to look at his great artistic works.
Plan your visit during this summer in London and explore few unusual sights in the capital. Book a stay at hotels in Russell Square are get access to top quirky museums in London.
