Wimbledon Tour and Museum
Highlights
- Explore the world of tennis in the world's largest tennis museum.
- Visit the Championship Trophies room, the viewing gallery of the CentreCourt 360 and the 3D film theatre.
- 90-minute guided tour.
- Immerse yourself in a 360 degree virtual experience.
Tour the world’s most famous tennis club
Of the major tournaments taking place every year, Wimbledon is the oldest. Unlike other competitions, Wimbledon is played on grass and is arguably the most prestigious tournament – the ultimate dream of every professional tennis player. The championships take place at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club every June and July. Take the Wimbledon tour to explore these renowned grounds and visit the popular Wimbledon Museum.
The All England Club, also known as the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, is a members-only club in Wimbledon. Established by six gentlemen in 1868, it was initially a croquet club until the introduction of tennis in 1875. Spencer Gore emerged as the first Wimbledon champion in 1877. The club is well-known for being the only venue in the world where players must wear all-white. The All England Club boasts eighteen tournament grass courts.
An unforgettable Centre Court experience
Centre Court is where every historic tennis player aims to play. The Wimbledon tour allows you a ten-minute Centre Court visit accompanied by a professional tour assistant. Learn how they maintain the distinctive grass and improve the site every year.
Visitors also love the Centre Court experience at the Wimbledon museum. Immerse yourself in Wimbledon’s history as virtual reality technology transports you back in time before giving complete 360° access to The Championships. Sit in the umpire’s chair and watch your favourite players unfold some magic moments. Shrink down to the size of an ant and understand the science behind the court’s distinctive grass.
Discover the history of The Championships at Wimbledon
The tour explores the entire history of The Wimbledon Championships. Lawn tennis originated in Birmingham, England in the late 19th Century. The first Wimbledon Championship took place in 1877, followed by the women’s championship in 1884. In the same year, the National men’s doubles event transferred to Wimbledon from Oxford, with the later inclusion of women’s and mixed doubles in 1913.
Go behind the scenes at the home of The Champions with an inspiring 90-minute tour of the grounds and a visit to Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum. Walk through the same doors used by the players, sit in their very seats in the Media Centre, and learn about the traditions and history of the game.
Another attraction is John McEnroe’s Ghost, developed with a combo of filming technology and projection. Finally, browse the museum shop for souvenirs before leaving.
Experience the Wimbledon tour – an unforgettable day out for any tennis fan.
Includes
- Admission to the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
- Tour of the All-England Club in Wimbledon (Optional)
- Services of a professional Blue Badge Guide (Optional)
Excludes
- Hotel transfers
Additional
Opening Hours
Museum Entry Only
The tour runs all day, from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, every day of the week.
Museum Entry and Guided Tour
The tour runs every day at 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM and 3:30 PM.
How to get to Wimbledon
Get to The Broadway. Walk for a minute to Wimbledon Theatre (Stop Y). Take Bus 93 (Putney Bridge) and alight at Calonne Road (Stop T). Walk for 10 minutes until you reach the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club.
How long does it take to explore Wimbledon?
The guided Wimbledon tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Getting your tickets
You will receive an email confirmation with your Wimbledon Tour tickets voucher shortly after booking. Please print your tickets and display it with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Wimbledon tickets are only valid for the date and time of the booking.
Ticket Options
Museum Entry Only
With this option, you gain access to the Wimbledon Museum.
Museum Entry and Guided Tour
In addition to visiting the museum, you are eligible for a guided tour around the club.
Cancellation Policy
This experience cannot be cancelled, amended or rescheduled.