If you want to spend your lunchtime learning new things, waking up your mind or getting inspired, there's plenty to do in South Kensington. Take a walk through Hyde Park, learn from exhibitions at the Natural History Museum or Science Museum, or wander through galleries at the V&A, Design Museum or Serpentine Galleries.
Showcasing extraordinary medical artefacts including the world’s first MRI scanner, Fleming’s penicillin mould, a professional pianist’s prosthetic arm and even robotic surgery equipment.
The Photography Centre showcases over 600 captivating images, from some of the oldest known photographs to modern masters, forming one of the world’s most significant collections since 1852.
This Design Museum's only permanent exhibition, features almost 1000 items of 20th and 21st century design viewed through the angles of the designer, manufacturer and user, including a crowdsourced wall.
The Italian Gardens is a 150-year-old ornamental water garden located on the north side of Kensington Gardens near Lancaster Gate. It is believed to have been created as a gift from Prince Albert to his beloved Queen Victoria.
Chart 250 years of science and technology and discover some of the most iconic items that have shaped our society. The Making the Modern World gallery presents some of the Museum’s most remarkable objects.
Explore the science of who you are through intriguing objects, provocative artworks and hands-on exhibits. Discover what your voice sounds like as a member of the opposite sex, morph your face to see what you’ll look like as you age, or collect DNA to catch a criminal.
Mathematics is too often perceived as dry and complex, but this new gallery will tell stories that place the subject at the heart of our lives, exploring how mathematicians, their tools and ideas have helped to shape the modern world.
The Blyth Gallery, curated by Mindy Lee, is an artist-run space for ambitious visual projects. Exhibitions include Imperial College students and staff shows, postgraduate Fine Art student work and work by visiting professional artists.
Spanning five centuries, the Fashion collection is the largest and most comprehensive collection of dresses in the world.
A unique fountain memorial to Princess Diana designed to reflect her spirit of life and love of children.
A unique opportunity to learn with ceramicist Esraa Badawy, graduate of the Jameel House of Traditional Arts in Cairo. Esraa will share with you how she takes inspiration from nature, and guide you to work in clay, exploring shape, pattern and texture to make your own artwork to take home.
Join free guided walks exploring the unique group of Victorian studio-houses built on Holland Park Road and Melbury Road (Kensington, West London) by the ‘Holland Park Circle’ of artists, sculptors and architects.
Join the Hall for a morning of hilarious comedy, where you can relax and have a good laugh at the best comedians in the UK, without needing childcare!
Step inside a landmark like no other. Together with a friendly guide, take a peek at the royal areas of the Hall.
Join one of our volunteer guides on this tour and discover the origins of the museum while learning about the fascinating treasures held in the V&A’s extensive collections.
Join volunteer guides and discover the fascinating garments and fashion-related objects that help shape the V&A’s rich collection.
Join V&A volunteer guides for an architectural tour of their South Kensington building, which will take you through the history and setting of their collections.
Join The Royal Parks for a walking tour around Hyde Park, with exclusive access to the hidden Pet Cemetery. Discover its history like never before on a guided tour.
Celebrate the innovative printmaking techniques and bold visions of 25 women printmakers from 1900 – Now. From Käthe Kollwitz to Faith Ringgold, explore the work of artists who have used print to make their own lasting impression. This event is free!
Their collection of photography from the United States – one of the largest outside North America – reveals the breadth of the country's photographic traditions and the central role of image-making in American life.
Meet a full-size Diplodocus, encounter early mammals, and follow our ancestors’ footsteps. Explore grassland, wetland, and woodland habitats, and see how nature thrives in cities. No booking needed.
Visit Hyde Park, where the 1851 Great Exhibition was held. Download the free app to see a true-to-size recreation of the Crystal Palace. Explore the site, admire the building's scale and details, and learn about its fascinating history.
Engineers shape the world that we live in, creating bold, ground-breaking innovations that respond to global challenges and improve billions of lives. But how much do we know about the people behind these innovations?
Immerse yourself in this hands-on gaming zone, featuring the very best video games and consoles from the past 50 years. From Pong to Pacman and Minecraft to Mario, there’s something for everyone.
