Heritage in London

Two rooms spanning the Islamic world from Spain to China, with Iznik tiles, astrolabes, mosque lamps and coins. Free; booking a timed ticket online is recommended at busy times.

Home to the Ardabil Carpet of 1539–1540, one of the oldest dated carpets in the world, among Persian ceramics and Mamluk glass. Free and open daily.

A Victorian painter’s home whose Arab Hall is lined with Iznik and Damascus tiles under a gilded dome. Open Wednesday to Monday 10:00–17:30, closed Tuesdays; the historic house needs a ticket.