Honestly, you should. Unless you’re allergic to short walks or carrying a souvenir sarcophagus. The walk from Russell Square is through a peaceful garden square. You’ll see pigeons doing their pigeon thing and maybe a dog chasing a frisbee. It’s a lovely little warm-up for all that ancient history.
Pro tip: When you leave Russell Square station, look for the signs that say “British Museum.” They’re everywhere. They practically shout at you. You can’t miss it unless you’re staring at your phone and walking into a lamppost. Don’t be that person.
Paddington Underground Station To British Museum – MAHZGY
What About Accessibility?
Okay, real talk. Russell Square station has no step-free access from street to platform. It’s an old station with stairs and a single escalator. If you’re in a wheelchair, have a pram, or just hate stairs, use Holborn or Tottenham Court Road. Both have lifts and step-free routes. It’s a longer walk, but your legs (or wheels) will thank you.
Also, if you’re coming from Heathrow on the Piccadilly Line, Holborn is actually a smoother transfer. You skip the Russell Square chaos. Sometimes being smart beats being closest. Just saying.
