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

In line with current Covid-19 restrictions, the cultural venues in South Kensington are closed to the public. All bookings are now paused. We hope to welcome you back soon. Meanwhile, we have lots to explore online.

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The Great Exhibition Road Festival 2021

Join us for a celebration of science and the arts. Discover the Festival at home with our new exhibition, Fantasies of Exhibition Road, and a year-round digital events programme for all ages, featuring talks, workshops, interviews and more each month.

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Natural History Museum Reopens 17 May

The Natural History Museum is thrilled to announce that they are reopening on 17 May. General admission tickets will be available from 13.00 on Tuesday 13 April. To help keep everyone safe, a timed entry system is in place and only a limited number of people are allowed in the galleries, with a limited number of walk-up tickets.

Natural History Museum

Tickets from 13 April

Mon-Sun 10am-5:50pm

Science Museum Reopens 19 May

The Science Museum is reopening their doors on 19 May, Government guidance permitting. Head to their website to book your free admission tickets and explore their incredible galleries and exhibitions this summer.

Reopening Wed 19 May

Wed-Sun 10am-6pm (last admission 5:15pm)

V&A reopening 19 May

The V&A is reopening on 19 May. Book your free timed-entry and get ready to explore seven miles of galleries and a host of new exhibitions and displays in the world's leading museum of art, design and performance.

Wednesday - Sunday, 10am - 5:45pm. Last admission 4:45pm.

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Explore Online

As our cultural venues start to reopen, we still have a fantastic assortment of online events and activities to keep you entertained. Here are some teasers to entice.

A Night In!

Staying in is the new going out and there won't be enough hours in the night to watch all the things we have for you!

Fun for Kids online

You don't have to go far to find fun things to do. Whatever you enjoy doing, we've got something that will inspire and excite you - music, science, arts, performance, film and loads more!

Workshops & Courses online

If you're looking for something to fire your imagination, stimulate your senses or simply a new interest - look no further than here!

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Remembering HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

We were saddened to hear of the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh who has taken such an active and influential role here in London's home of science and arts. Here we remember just some of his visits and involvement with our South Kensington cultural and educational institutions.

COVID-19 - testing, vaccinations and research in South Kensington

South Kensington's cultural and educational venues support the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic with a vaccination centre, community testing centre and world-leading research. and planning tools. Find out more.

Covid Culture Shock – an online discussion

Covid Culture Shock, hosted by the Ismaili Centre London, brought together leading voices from South Kensington’s world-renowned art and science district to reflect on lessons from 2020, & how they will change the future for the culture sector.

Science Museum's new IMAX opens in December

The Science Museum's new IMAX opens in December with latest laser technology and original 70mm projector cementing its place as Europe’s leading destination for film fans.

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)

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

Leighton House Museum

Royal College of Art

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