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Duxford Imperial War Museum: See Live Airfield from London

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Overview

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Overview

Quotes Logo London to Duxford Imperial War Museum and Live Airfield offers a captivating journey through aviation history. This tour takes guests to a real working airfield and museum hangers, where history comes alive.

Visitors can expect to see and hear Spitfires soaring through the sky, using the very same runway from the Battle of Britain. The experience includes getting up close to iconic aircraft that have shaped the last 100 years, such as Lancasters, Mosquitos, Concorde, B-17s, Blackbirds, and Phantoms. Some of these aircraft still fly, while others stand as silent reminders of the past.

The tour includes an English-speaking guide who also serves as the driver, entrance fees to the museum, lunch, and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle. Not included are any additional personal expenses. Quotes Logo

Highlights

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Witness History in the Sky: See and hear real Spitfires fly over the historic Duxford Airfield.

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Get Up Close to Aviation Legends: Explore iconic aircraft like Lancasters, Concorde, and Blackbirds.

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Hassle-Free Transport from London: Enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.

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Expert Guide Included: Benefit from the knowledge of an English-speaking guide who is also your driver.

Sentiment Analysis

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Customers generally love this tour for its immersive experience and convenient transportation, but some recommend allowing more time to explore the museum and avoiding peak season. Quotes Logo

  • Positive Highlight Icon Visitors really liked seeing the planes and feeling like they were back in history.

    Positive Highlight Icon Many visitors enjoyed the ease of transportation from London.

    Positive Highlight Icon Guests loved the passion and knowledge of the driver.

    Positive Highlight Icon Visitors enjoyed the selection of lunch.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some visitors noted the museum was very busy during peak season.

    Negative Highlight Icon A few found the amount of time at Duxford wasn't long enough to see everything.

The Journey

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Working Airfield and Museum Hangers

Step into a living, breathing testament to aviation at our working airfield and museum hangars! Here, history takes flight as you roam amidst vintage aircraft meticulously restored and preserved. Experience the thrill of seeing these magnificent machines up close, each with its own captivating story of innovation, adventure, and historical significance. Wander through the hangars, marveling at the engineering feats and learning about the pioneering aviators who dared to push the boundaries of flight. Feel the pulse of aviation as you witness ongoing maintenance and perhaps even catch a glimpse of these historic planes taking to the skies once more. This is more than just a museum; it's an interactive journey into the heart of aviation's golden age.

Know Before You Go

This tour includes an English-speaking guide/driver, entrance fees to Duxford Imperial War Museum, lunch, and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle. It excludes personal expenses. Pickup and drop-off from London are included. The tour is not available on airshow days. Please request wheelchair support upon booking.

Hot Tip

To make the most of the day, visitors should arrive early to avoid crowds. Some have suggested prioritizing which exhibits to see beforehand to maximize their time in the museum, given its size and the array of aircraft on display.

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