Discover South Kensington - Discover South Kensington

about us our members get in touch privacy policy

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

Discover amazing exhibitions, inspiring events and great places to eat

top picks

Serpentine Pavilion 2018 Designed by Frida Escobedo

Architect Frida Escobedo, has been commissioned to design the Serpentine Pavilion 2018. Harnessing a subtle interplay of light, water and geometry, her atmospheric courtyard-based design draws on both the domestic architecture of Mexico and British materials and history.

Serpentine Galleries

Opens 15th June

Antarctica Live

Antarctica Live is a free dance and science festival that celebrates the coldest, windiest and driest place on Earth. You can join in a dance workshop, chat to Antarctic researchers and take part in other activities from interactive tours to drop-in science experiments.

14th - 30th Aug

Tuesdays to Thursdays

South London Symphonic Winds

Hyde Park is hosting free music at the bandstand this August. From big band to brass band there is something for everyone, and a free deckchair to relax in.

Silent Disco

Choose your side as three DJs do battle over separate wireless channels, playing the best in pop, rock and party classics. Don a headset and carry on the party into the night in the spectacular Hintze Hall.

Natural History Museum

31st Aug, 26th Oct

explore what's here

See all

Great Exhibitions

Great exhibitions in South Kensington, London. Experience the stories of ocean liners, see extraordinary art, marvel at stunning wildlife photography, explore the fashion of Princess Diana, walk amongst butterflies, celebrate the design of Ferraris and so much more.

BBC Proms In South Kensington

The 124th season of the BBC Proms features more than 90 concerts over eight weeks, including four Last Night celebrations around the UK. Find out how to get tickets, Proms Extra or take a tour.

Summer in South Kensington

This summer there are lots of things to do in South Kensington and if you are looking for a great day out - try boating on the Serpentine, learning to trapeze, exploring the Serpentine Pavilion, walk amongst butterflies, try Promming at the BBC Proms or visit a great exhibition...

Fun for the Kids

Explore and experiment - interactive activities for families - music, science, arts, performance, film, parks, playgrounds, simulators and so much more here in South Kensington.

Tours and Talks

Enjoy a talk, join a debate, take yourself on a tour or book into one of the guided tours in South Kensington.

A night out in London

From DJs, films, late night exhibitions, concerts, inspiring talks, immersive performances, sleepovers, Museum Lates, lectures - there is plenty to do here in South Kensington in the evening.

A trip to the movies

Enjoy a trip to the movies in South Kensington from blockbusters, live orchestras, film festivals, IMAX screens to Sunday classics. There is something for everyone.

Out & About in South Kensington

South Kensington has plenty of great attractions for you to visit outside from boating on the Serpentine, walking tours around Albertopolis, the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain, ice cream in Kensington Gardens and more....

discover more

See all

Some South Kensington 2018 soundbites

Find out what's been going on in some of the cultural and educational institutions in South Kensington. We have selected a few interesting snippets of research, events and awards that have been taking place!

Hidden Gems in South Kensington

South Kensington is renowned for its world-leading cultural venues and is famed for extraordinary collections, great exhibitions and popular events but what about the hidden gems? Here are a few of our favourites.

The Royal College of Art Graduate Show 2018 at Kensington Gore

The RCA Shows returned for a week-long showcase of objects, prototypes, designs, artwork and world-leading research that is shaping tomorrow’s world. We took a look around The Royal Academy's Kensington Gore campus.

Christo's London Mastaba on the Serpentine

The London Mastaba, a temporary sculpture in Hyde Park by world-renowned artist Christo has opened. The sculpture, which consists of 7,506 horizontally stacked barrels on a floating platform in the Serpentine Lake, will be on view until September.

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.

working together

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.

find your way

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)

Serpentine Galleries

The Ismaili Centre

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Royal Commission for the Exhibition 1851

South Kensington Estates

The Royal Society of Sculptors

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter