
RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 28 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour worth booking?
RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $77 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 28 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (28)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $77 per person
Enjoy a private tour of the RAF Hendon Museum, one of the world's premier aviation museums. See a range of aircraft, from the first hot-air balloons to the latest cruise missiles, as well as Spitfires, Meschersmitts, Mus
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy a private tour of the RAF Hendon Museum, one of the world's premier aviation museums. See a range of aircraft, from the first hot-air balloons to the latest cruise missiles, as well as Spitfires, Meschersmitts, Mustangs all the way through the age of the jet planes to guided missiles. (Stephen who runs Ye Olde England Tours is related the man who founded the Works at Hendon along with other WW1 aviation connections and has been visiting RAF Hendon for over 40 years).
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
What you'll see and do
Visit the original WW1 era factory and see original planes such as the Sopwith Camel
30 minutes here · Admission included
Royal Air Force Museum London
We will learn about the early pioneers of aviation before visiting hangers and exhibitions based upon broad themes including the first 100 years of the RAF. WW1, WW2 and later conflicts before looking to the future of the RAF and military aviation. See Spitfires, Hurricanes, Lancasters, Vulcans, Typhoons, Meschersmitts, Stukas, Mustangs, F35s, and over 100 other types of aircraft. (some aircraft are sometimes removed for maintenance).
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Just outside the exit of Colindale Underground Station
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Just outside the exit of Colindale Underground Station
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Ye Olde England Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is smart casual
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 28 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
28 verified traveler reviews for RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Women in the second world war tour - highly interesting, informative & inspiring showing the human side
Danny is an excellent guide. He made the tour very interesting and informative. He was very knowledgeable and spoke about the human side of war, not just facts and figures. He highlighted the essential role of women during the second world war which was a real eye opener. Would highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Hi there, I'm glad you enjoyed your tour but this has nothing to do with me. I'm Stephen and don't know anyone call Danny and haven't been to the museum recently. Please post this review to the RAF Museum or the appropriate place where Danny can see it. Thankyou.
via Tripadvisor
James Young - RAF Museum Hendon
James Young was fabulous. His knowledge and presentation skills made for an absolutely fantastic visitor experience. At £10 this offered extremely good value. I could not endorse him more strongly.
via Tripadvisor
Brilliant
Tour guide was worth his weight. Great museum. Covers a lot of material from early flying days to present
Response from the operator: It was great to meet you and I'm s glad you had such a good time. Thanks so much for the review!
via Viator
Vulcan & Cold War Tour
Wife booked me the Vulcan & Cold War Tour for my 50th birthday. Has massive Vulcan fan was great to get the cockpit tour and info with Alan. The tour then continued around the amazing collection of aircraft with volunteer, Sandra who was absolutely brilliant, full of info and stories about various aircraft in the collection. Lovely atmosphere with the staff, and well worth the trip from Angelsey. Sandra, thank you for a lovely tour and sharing your stories.
via Tripadvisor
RAF museum Hendon
Great visit ,free to get in but have to pay for parking, 6 massive hangers charting the story of the RAF from station to present day. The only niggle, was some of the lifts were out of order so my misses couldn't access a few areas .I would recomend you allow 4 -4 1/2 hours to look around and absorb the displays
Response from the operator: Whilst I am glad that you enjoyed your independent trip to RAF Hendon, please note you have left your review against my tours and not the museum itself/ You didn't do a tour with me and I am not responsible for the lifts being out of order. As you haven't experienced my business I would appreciate it if you removed your review and put it against the actual museum as it is detrimental to my tours business. Thankyou.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $77 to $170
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $77 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 28 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does RAF Hendon Museum Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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