Mail Rail is one of London’s most fascinating hidden gems — an underground miniature railway that once transported millions of letters beneath the city. Today, you can ride through the original tunnels on a small train and explore the secret world of London’s postal history.

Why Visit Mail Rail?

It’s a completely unique experience — the only place in London where you can travel through abandoned subterranean tunnels on a historic mail train. Interactive exhibits, atmospheric lighting and original machinery bring the hidden postal network to life.

Highlights

• Ride the original underground mail train
• Explore century‑old tunnels beneath London
• Interactive exhibits and historic sorting machines
• Great for families, history lovers and photographers

How to Get There

The nearest stations are Farringdon, Russell Square and King’s Cross. The Postal Museum is located on Phoenix Place, just north of Mount Pleasant.

Best Time to Visit

Weekdays are quieter. Weekends and school holidays can be busy, so booking ahead is recommended — especially for the Mail Rail ride.

Nearby Attractions

• Exmouth Market
• Charles Dickens Museum
• St Pancras Station
• Coram’s Fields