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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 industrial action

    Young V&A and V&A East Museum and Storehouse will be closed from 4-5 September 2026. During this time, V&A South Kensington and Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art will be open as usual, although there may be some individual gallery closures, notice of which will be given here. We are sorry for any disappointment. Thank you for your understanding.

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Exhibitions at V&A South Kensington

Unboxing Mysterious Eye Miniatures – Secret Tokens of Forbidden Love

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition book

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition book

From £25

Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art tote bag

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art tote bag

£10

Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition poster

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Schiaparelli: Fashion Becomes Art exhibition poster

£5

V&A Dearle's Orchard café tray

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V&A Dearle's Orchard café tray

£40

Inside the Museum jigsaw puzzle

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Inside the Museum jigsaw puzzle

£20

C. F. A. Voysey Sweet pea silk scarf

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C. F. A. Voysey Sweet pea silk scarf

£75

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

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

The V&A Sourcebook of Pattern and Ornament

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The V&A Sourcebook of Pattern and Ornament

£28

V&A Seaweed tote bag

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V&A Seaweed tote bag

£12.50

Lives of the Great Makers

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Lives of the Great Makers

£30

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

Shocking Life: The Autobiography of Elsa Schiaparelli

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Shocking Life: The Autobiography of Elsa Schiaparelli

£9.99

Owen Jones pink and blue enamel cufflinks by Azga

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Owen Jones pink and blue enamel cufflinks by Azga

£45

V&A chocolate chip cookies

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V&A chocolate chip cookies

£6

Ravilious 'Grape House' tea towel

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Ravilious 'Grape House' tea towel

£10

Three Graces enamel pin badge

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Three Graces enamel pin badge

£5

Inside the Museum mug

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Inside the Museum mug

£20

Vegetable costume cream socks 

Vegetable costume cream socks 

£15

V&A building magnet

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V&A building magnet

£3

Oranges of the Morris room trinket box

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Oranges of the Morris room trinket box

£20

V&A jasmine hand cream

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V&A jasmine hand cream

£8