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Welcome to V&A South Kensington, a world of creativity in the heart of London. From unmissable exhibitions to extraordinary collections, there is something for everyone at the global destination for art, design and performance.

South Kensington, London

  • V&A South Kensington

    Cromwell Road,
    London, SW7 2RL

  • Opening times

    Daily: –
    Friday: – (some galleries close after )

    We begin clearing the galleries 30 minutes before closing

    Closed 24 – 26 December

  • Admission is free

    Some exhibitions and events carry a separate charge

    Members visit free – join now

  • Notice of temporary part closure: 29 & 30 October

    V&A South Kensington will be open with a limited offer on 29 & 30 October 2026 due to industrial action. Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art, the café and some ground floor galleries will be open, but the rest of the museum will be closed. We are very sorry for any disappointment and thank you for your understanding.

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Exhibitions at V&A South Kensington

Cracking the code: The secret Rebus Puzzle on a 400-year-old Colombian cabinet

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition book

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition book

From £25

Art Deco ceramic hook earrings

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Art Deco ceramic hook earrings

£28

Art Deco ceramic pendant necklace

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Art Deco ceramic pendant necklace

£25

William Morris Honeysuckle silk scarf

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William Morris Honeysuckle silk scarf

£75

William Morris Compton Leather Cross-Body Tote Bag

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William Morris Compton Leather Cross-Body Tote Bag

£150

Tulip ceramic hook earrings

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Tulip ceramic hook earrings

£28

Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art tote bag

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art tote bag

£10

May Morris Arcadia t-shirt

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May Morris Arcadia t-shirt

£25

African Marigold by William Morris – A2 poster print

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African Marigold by William Morris – A2 poster print

£25

C.F.A. Voysey Thistles silk scarf

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C.F.A. Voysey Thistles silk scarf

£75

V&A Dearle's Orchard café tray

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V&A Dearle's Orchard café tray

£40

In a South Ken Garden by Kit Boyd - limited edition print

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In a South Ken Garden by Kit Boyd - limited edition print

£200

C. F. A. Voysey Sweet pea silk scarf

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C. F. A. Voysey Sweet pea silk scarf

£75

Kimono blue fold-flat glasses case with lens cloth

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Kimono blue fold-flat glasses case with lens cloth

£15

Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art embroidery kit

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art embroidery kit

£65

Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art embroidered tote bag

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art embroidered tote bag

£35

The V&A Sourcebook of Pattern and Ornament

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The V&A Sourcebook of Pattern and Ornament

£28

May Morris Horn Poppy t-shirt

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May Morris Horn Poppy t-shirt

£25

Lives of the Great Makers

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Lives of the Great Makers

£30

V&A Seaweed tote bag

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V&A Seaweed tote bag

£12.50

Inside the Museum jigsaw puzzle

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Inside the Museum jigsaw puzzle

£20

Decorative details of the West Staircase by John R. E. Watkins – 8 x 10” mounted print

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Decorative details of the West Staircase by John R. E. Watkins – 8 x 10” mounted print

£12.50 £6

Oranges of the Morris room 6 x 4" frame

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Oranges of the Morris room 6 x 4" frame

£25

Owen Jones pink and blue enamel cufflinks by Azga

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Owen Jones pink and blue enamel cufflinks by Azga

£45