Museum visitors are permitted to take non-commercial photographs (i.e. snap shots) within the Museum grounds and within the galleries of the National Maritime Museum, Queen’s House and Royal Observatory. Photography using a tripod is not permitted, nor is any photography within charging special exhibitions. 

Some local exceptions to this policy may be in place for reasons of security, conservation or in the interests of the overall visitor experience. Restrictions may also apply where items are on loan and restrictions are a requirement of the loan agreement. Where additional restrictions are required, these restrictions will be indicated locally.

Picture Library

The Museum has a Picture Library that holds over 400,000 pictures. High-quality prints in a variety of sizes can be purchased or loaned for reproduction.

• To purchase images for commercial use please visit nmmimages.com
• For print sales for private use, please see nmmprints.com

To contact the Picture Library, telephone +44 (0)20 8312 6631/6704 or email pictures@nmmimages.com

Commercial filming

Commercial filming/photography is not permitted without prior consent and organization. Crews/photographers will be accompanied by a Collections Services staff member, or hold a relevant pass. More information is available on the filming services webpage.

Photography enquiries

Any queries regarding filming and photography should be referred to the Picture Library on +44 (0)20 8312 8522 or e-mail your request to films&filming@rmg.co.uk.