London Connection1Victoria and Albert Museum
- Details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Address
- Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2RL
- Phone
- +44 20 7942 2000
- Website
- vam.ac.uk
- Opening hours
- Sat-Thu 10:00-17:45 · Fri 10:00-22:00 · Dec 24-26 closed
Best Museums in Kensington and Chelsea, London
Museums in Kensington and Chelsea tell the story of the area and beyond, with many offering free entry and family activities. Below you will find our selection of 10 museums in Kensington and Chelsea, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right museum, typical prices and answers to common questions.
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10 Museums in Kensington and Chelsea
2Museum of Brands
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying · Wheelchair accessible
- Address
- 111-117 Lancaster Road, London, W11 1QT
- Phone
- +44 20 7243 9611
- Website
- museumofbrands.com
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00 · Sun 11:00-17:00 · Dec 24-26 closed
3Leighton House Museum
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying · Wheelchair accessible
- Address
- 12 Holland Park Road, London, W14 8LZ
- Phone
- +44 20 7602 3316
- Website
- rbkc.gov.uk
- Opening hours
- Wed-Mon 10:00-17:30
4Design Museum
- Details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Address
- 224-238 Kensington High Street, London, W8 6AG
- Phone
- +44 20 3862 5900
- Website
- designmuseum.org
- Opening hours
- Mon-Thu 10:00-17:00 · Fri-Sun 10:00-18:00 · Sep 16-Dec 31 Sat 10:00-20:45 · Dec 24-27 closed
5The Mosaic Rooms
- Address
- 226 Cromwell Road, London
- Phone
- +44 20 7370 9990
- Website
- mosaicrooms.org
- Opening hours
- Tue-Sun 11:00-18:00
6The Clockmakers' Museum
- Address
- Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2DD
- Website
- clockmakers.org
- Opening hours
- Mon-Sun 10:00-18:00
7Natural History Museum
- Address
- Cromwell Road, London, SW7 5BD
- Website
- nhm.ac.uk
- Opening hours
- 10:00-17:30
8Carlyle's House
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying
- Address
- 24 Cheyne Row, London, SW3 5HL
- Website
- nationaltrust.org.uk
9National Army Museum
- Address
- London, SW3 4HT
- Website
- nam.ac.uk
10Sambourne House
- Address
- 18 Stafford Terrace, London, W8 7BH
- Website
- rbkc.gov.uk
How to choose a museum in Kensington and Chelsea
- Many London museums are free; donations are welcome.
- Check opening days as smaller museums may close on Mondays.
- Look for late openings and special exhibitions.
- Family trails and activities run in school holidays.
Checks and regulation: Many museums are run by the council or charitable trusts.
How much does a museum cost in Kensington and Chelsea?
Most national museums are free; special exhibitions £10–£25. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Museums across Kensington and Chelsea
Kensington and Chelsea covers neighbourhoods such as South Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill, Earl's Court, Knightsbridge, Holland Park, North Kensington, Kensington High Street (postcodes SW1X, SW3, SW5, SW7, SW10, W8, W10, W11, W14). The museums listed on this page are located in or around SW7, W11, W14, W8, SW3. Getting around is easy thanks to the Circle, District, Piccadilly, Central and Hammersmith & City lines, plus the Overground at Kensington Olympia. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Museums in nearby boroughs
Frequently asked questions
Are museums in Kensington and Chelsea free?
Many are; check each museum's website.
Are museums open on Mondays?
Most major museums open daily; smaller ones may close.
Do I need to book?
Free entry often does not need booking, but popular exhibitions do.
Listings are compiled from public business information and OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.