Name: Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A South Kensington)
Rating: 5.0

Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A South Kensington)

V&A Museum, Cromwell Road, London, UK

1-90 Years

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Description

Discover the V&A South Kensington, London’s iconic museum of art, design, and performance. Explore world-class exhibitions including Marie Antoinette Style, Design and Disability, Cartier, and Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art, showcasing creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation. Relax in the serene John Madejski Garden, and enjoy free displays like Enthoven Unboxed, American Photographs, and A History of Artificial Intelligence in 10 Objects. Don’t miss the V&A’s Iconic Collections featuring Tippoo’s Tiger, The Great Bed of Ware, Coco Chanel’s Le Train Bleu costumes, and the Progress Pride Flag.

Admission is free; some exhibitions may require tickets.

If you are looking for best museum in Kensington and Chelsea, Greater London then visit Victoria & Albert Museum (V&A South Kensington). It is one of the places in Kensington and Chelsea Greater London for day out with kids and families.

Features

Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Marie Antoinette Style: Experience the elegance of 18th-century France through Marie Antoinette Style, a stunning exhibition celebrating the fashion, art, and luxury that defined one of history’s most iconic queens. Highlights include the fascinating conservation of Marie Antoinette’s original chair, restored by expert V&A conservators. The exhibition offers a rare glimpse into royal life, craftsmanship, and design. Price: Weekday £23.00 / Weekend £25.00
Design and Disability: Explore how creativity meets accessibility in Design and Disability, an inspiring exhibition that redefines the connection between innovation and inclusivity. From adaptive design tools to user-centred technology, this exhibition showcases how thoughtful design transforms lives and empowers communities. Price: £16.00
Cartier: Discover the world of luxury and timeless elegance in Cartier, an exclusive exhibition exploring the brand’s craftsmanship, heritage, and influence on global style. From royal commissions to modern masterpieces, this exhibition showcases Cartier’s artistry across generations.
Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art: Fashion Becomes Art celebrates the visionary work of Elsa Schiaparelli, the designer who blurred the line between couture and surrealism. The exhibition explores her groundbreaking collaborations with artists like Salvador Dalí and her enduring impact on modern fashion.
The John Madejski Garden: Relax and reflect in the tranquil John Madejski Garden, a peaceful courtyard oasis at the heart of the V&A. Open daily, this beautifully designed garden is the perfect spot to unwind during your visit. Please note, visitors are requested not to feed birds, smoke, or use toys in the pond area.
Places to stay: Stay at neighbouring hotels during your stay in London, conveniently located for you to enjoy your visit to the V&A. The V&A is grateful to our Hotel Corporate Members for their support. To See Visit: https://www.vam.ac.uk/south-kensington/visit

Facilities

Toilets
Cloakrooms: Cloakrooms are located at both the Cromwell Road and Exhibition Road entrances.
- Luggage is charged per item:
  - £3 – Coats, small bags (smaller than an average cabin bag), umbrellas, child scooters
  - £5 – Cabin bags (56 × 45 × 21cm)
  - £7 – Larger bags, folding bikes and adult scooters
- Luggage with wheels, and bags larger than 56 × 45 × 21cm, are not allowed in the galleries. As part of our security procedures we may ask to search your bag.
Car park
Lifts
Shops
Food and drink
Baby change facilities

What to see

Enthoven Unboxed: 100 Years of Collecting Performance: Celebrate a century of creativity with Enthoven Unboxed, an insightful display exploring performance design through the extensive collection of Anthony Enthoven. From stage costumes to set designs, this free display captures the evolution of theatrical expression.
American Photographs: Step into a visual journey across the United States with American Photographs, a free display highlighting iconic moments, people, and places captured through the lens of history. This exhibition explores how photography reflects cultural identity and change over time.
A History of Artificial Intelligence in 10 Objects: Discover how human creativity has shaped technology in A History of Artificial Intelligence in 10 Objects. This fascinating display traces the evolution of AI through historic inventions, art, and everyday items from mechanical organs to 3D-printed designs.
Iconic Collections: Explore timeless treasures from the V&A’s permanent collection. Marvel at Tippoo’s Tiger, an 18th-century mechanical organ from Mysore, India; admire The Great Bed of Ware, a masterpiece of Elizabethan furniture; and discover Coco Chanel’s 1924 Le Train Bleu costumes. The collection also includes the Progress Pride Flag, symbolising modern inclusivity and diversity.

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Daily: 10.00 – 17.45
Friday: 10.00 – 22.00 (some galleries close after 17.45)
Begin clearing the galleries 30 minutes before closing
Closed 24 – 26 December

Address: V&A Museum, Cromwell Road, London, UK

Post Code: SW7 2RL

Council: Kensington and Chels

County: Greater London

Underground stations: South Kensington (5-minute walk), Gloucester Road (10-minute walk). Step-free: Knightsbridge (14-minute walk)
Victoria Station (35-minute walk)
Bike-hire is available at Exhibition Road and Thurloe Place
Several bus routes stop at V&A South Kensington
Plan your journey with Transport for London.
Find parking or Blue Badge parking nearby.