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Discover South Kensington is an initiative of the Exhibition Road Cultural Group

South Kensington has come alive with exciting pop-up nature hubs and the South Ken Green Trail taking you through the heart of London's cultural district.

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The Great Exhibition Road Festival: One World

The Great Exhibition Road Festival returns this autumn from 9th-15th October with a chance to meet the scientists, artists, designers and innovators finding solutions in the fight against climate change, from community projects to global action.

Great Exhibition Road Festival

9-15 October 2021

Our Broken Planet

This free, evolving display explores how humans have transformed the natural world. Through over 40 objects chosen by Museum scientists, they reveal the consequences of our actions and examine some of the solutions that could help mend our broken planet. The display opens in three stages. From 21 May The Food We Eat, 23 July The Products we Use and from 20 September The Energy we Consume.

Natural History Museum

Until 18 April 2022

Mon-Sun 10am-5:50pm (last entry 5pm)

Amazônia

Internationally renowned photographer Sebastião Salgado presents Amazônia, a series of breath-taking photographs that celebrate the indigenous peoples and varied landscapes of the Brazilian rainforest.

13 October 2021 – March 2022

Wed - Sun 10am-6pm

Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Explore the natural world in all its fragility and diversity at the annual Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, where 100 powerful photographs tell the story of a planet under pressure. Book your free ticket in advance.

Natural History Museum

10am-5:50pm (last entry 5pm)

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October Half Term in South Kensington

Half term in South Kensington is packed with plenty of great events, exhibitions, performances and films to keep the kids entertained - from ice skating, music, films, drop-in workshops and activities at the museums, a new museum at the Royal College of Music and so much more!

South Ken Green Trail

From the end of July to mid-October, South Kensington is coming alive with exciting new installations and a green trail for visitors. Pop-up nature hubs and installations created by architects, artists and garden designers will leave you buzzing with new ideas and inspiring visions for a greener future.

Events and exhibitions inspiring action on climate change

As the UK prepares to host COP26, the venues here have a programme of thought-provoking and inspiring events and exhibitions exploring the road to a greener future. Discover pop-up nature hubs and installations created by architects, artists and garden designers on our South Ken Green Trail.

Great Exhibitions

This summer, South Kensington has some great exhibitions without the queues. Marvel at stunning photography, explore the curious worlds of Alice and Wonderland, come face to face with Fantastic Beasts, step into the world of sneakers or find out more about removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

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Win Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2021 Tickets

Discover South Kensington has 4 tickets for 3 attractions to give away for London’s spectacular Christmas destination - Hyde Park Winter Wonderland.

Royal College of Music opens a new and unique museum of music

The Royal College of Music Museum has open to the public this autumn, offering visitors the unique opportunity to interact with over 500 years of musical history. including priceless items such as the world’s earliest guitar and earliest stringed keyboard instruments.

The South Ken Green Trail – welcoming people and nature on Exhibition Road

An algae factory, a nest-like timber mound and giant slices of a decommissioned wind turbine blade form a series of new ‘green interventions’ unveiled on London’s Exhibition Road as part of the South Ken Green Trail.

Historical gardens in South Kensington

170 years ago this month, Prince Albert's sat down in Osbourne House and created his vision for an arts and science district in South Kensington which led to the purchase of 87 acres of land which was an area of orchards, nurseries and market gardens.

eat, meet & stay

Places to eat

There are plenty of delicious places to eat or enjoy a drink here in South Kensington - from cafes, bars, afternoon tea, cocktails, bars, indoor picnic spots to a weekly Farmer's market.

Places to meet

If you are looking to hire somewhere in South Kensington, London, whether it is for a conference, private party, meeting room, film location or wedding, there are some unique venues to consider. To make it easier to find, we have compiled a list of venues that are available in the area.

Places to stay

The cluster of world-leading cultural and educational organisations in South Kensington makes this a unique place to stay - with the Science Museum, Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, Hyde Park and the Royal Albert Hall all within walking distance of each other.

Our Story

About Us

Discover South Kensington is an initiative of the Exhibition Road Cultural Group which brings together the leading cultural and educational organisations to promote innovation and learning. South Kensington is the home of science, arts and inspiration.

South Kensington Timeline

South Kensington has a rich history associated with royalty, arts and sciences. Sometimes known as Albertopolis, London's original cultural quarter is a legacy of the Great Exhibition of 1851 organised by Prince Albert. Find out more about our history through our timeline.

Working Together

We work together to promote and develop innovation and learning in arts and science and make this a great place to visit, work, live and study today and for generations to come.

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Take a tour

One of the best ways to see South Kensington is to explore some of the amazing cultural venues within walking distance from each other. We have put together some suggested itineraries for you to explore – themed around art, science, royal connections, great days out with the kids, exploring the museums and so much more.

Our members

Natural History Museum

Royal Albert Hall

Imperial College London

Royal College of Music

Goethe-Institut

Institut français

Kensington Palace

Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)

The Ismaili Centre

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Westminster City Council

Royal Commission for the Exhibition 1851

South Kensington Estates

The Royal Society of Sculptors

Leighton House Museum

Royal College of Art

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