- Skip queues like a VIP: Walk past long lines and start your visit calmly with fast track entry, especially handy on busy days when queues outside stretch for ages.
- See displays others miss: Hang out with One Direction’s handprints, Cher’s famous dress, and Audrey Hepburn’s figure, all placed in one quiet lounge made for easy photos.
- Start with a celebratory drink: Begin your visit with a complimentary drink in a stylish lounge, setting a relaxed, feel good mood before meeting Marvel heroes and royalty.
- Enjoy a calmer first hour: The bar’s limited entry keeps things peaceful, giving you space to settle in, take photos, and ease into the attraction without crowds pressing in.
- Make occasions feel special: Birthdays, anniversaries, or date days feel instantly upgraded with priority entry, a drink in hand, and full access to rides and galleries afterward.
Champagne Bar Experience in Madame Tussauds London
The 1835 Champagne Bar at Madame Tussauds London adds a polished, VIP-style start to your visit, pairing fast-track entry with an elegant lounge filled with celebrity memorabilia.
Designed as an exclusive prelude to the main attraction, this refined space lets visitors relax with a complimentary drink, spot rare archive pieces, and set the tone before meeting over 150 lifelike figures across the museum.
How to enter the 1835 Champagne Bar?
The 1835 Champagne Bar is located just inside Madame Tussauds London, near the main entrance, and is accessed before you begin the museum’s themed zones.
Entry to the 1835 Champagne Bar requires an upgrade, available with both standard and fast-track entry options, or a dedicated Champagne Experience ticket.
Why visit Champagne Bar?
Things to know before booking Madame Tussauds London Champagne Bar tickets
- Ticket options: Access to the 1835 Champagne Bar is available by booking the dedicated Champagne Experience ticket or by upgrading a standard or fast track Madame Tussauds ticket.
- What’s included: The Champagne Experience covers fast track entry, access to the 1835 Champagne Bar, one complimentary drink, and full access to all museum zones, rides, and exhibitions.
- Why choose the Champagne Experience: It gives your visit a smooth, crowd free start with priority entry, a relaxed lounge moment, and exclusive displays you won’t see elsewhere inside the attraction.
- Operating hours: The Champagne Bar follows museum hours, with last entry usually around mid afternoon, even though the rest of the attraction stays open longer.
- Age policy: Children under 15 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or above at all times.
- Accessibility: The experience is fully wheelchair accessible, and guide dogs are welcome throughout the bar and museum.
- Cancellation policy: Book with confidence, as free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before your scheduled visit.
Your 1835 Champagne Bar ticket types explained
| Ticket type | Champagne Bar access | Madame Tussauds access | Additional features | Why go for it | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Standard entry ticket | Yes, if you choose the upgrade | Yes | Regular entry & access to Chamber of Horrors & Spirit of London ride | Budget friendly | From €29 |
Fast track ticket | Yes, if you choose the upgrade | Yes | Skip general queues & access to Chamber of Horrors & Spirit of London ride | Saves time | From €44 |
Champagne Experience | Yes | Yes | Fast-track entry, one drink, Access to Chamber of Horrors & Spirit of London ride | Dedicated ticket for a special experience | From €49 |
Combo tickets | No | Yes | Multiple attractions | Best value | From €49 |
Historical significance of the 1835 Champagne Bar
The 1835 Champagne Bar nods to the year Madame Tussaud opened her first permanent exhibition in London. While modern in design, the space reflects the attraction’s long history of blending celebrity culture with carefully preserved archives. By showcasing original artifacts alongside contemporary figures, the bar bridges Madame Tussauds’ early exhibition roots with its present day global reputation.
Know before you go
- The Champagne Bar is open every day from 10am to 3pm.
- It remains closed between August 24 and August 31, and on December 25.
- Opening hours can change during peak periods, so always double check timings before visiting.
Inside Madame Tussauds London, Baker Street, accessed immediately after fast-track entry.
How to reach Madame Tussauds:
- By tube: Circle, Bakerloo, Metropolitan, Jubilee, and Hammersmith & City lines
Nearest stop: Baker Street Station
- By train: National Rail
Nearest station: Marylebone Station
- By bus: 2, 13, 18, 27, 30, 74, 113, 139, 189, 205, 274, and 453
Nearest stop: Baker Street Station
- By coach: Big Bus, Hop-On Hop-Off buses
Nearest stop: Marylebone Road
- By car: Via A40
Nearest parking: Waterloo Car Park
- Bring a small bag: A compact bag keeps your hands free for photos and holding your drink comfortably.
- Charge your phone fully: You’ll want a full battery to capture all photos, especially with unique VIP displays.
- Use lounge lighting: Take advantage of soft bar lighting for flattering selfies and group shots with minimal shadows.
- Mind alcohol limits: If having champagne, pace yourself to fully enjoy museum zones afterward without feeling rushed.
- Bring ID: Alcohol is served responsibly, so a valid ID is required if you plan to enjoy champagne.
- Coordinate group shots: Pre-plan poses with friends to avoid rushed selfies and overlapping photos with other visitors.
Frequently asked questions about 1835 Champagne Bar tickets
The access to the Champagne Bar is included in standard tickets, if you choose the specific upgrade.
Most visitors spend 20 to 30 minutes before entering the main attraction.
Yes, it includes all zones, rides, and exhibitions.
Yes, children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult, but the alcohol will only be served to people over 18.
Yes, the bar and entry route are wheelchair accessible.
Yes, soft drink options are available.
Yes, fast-track entry is included with the Champagne Experience.
