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Hidden Gems in South Kensington

Hidden Gems in South Kensington

South Kensington is renowned for its world-leading cultural venues and is famed for extraordinary collections, great exhibitions and popular events but what about the hidden gems? Here are a few of our favourites.

Studying in South Kensington - my favourite places

Studying in South Kensington - my favourite places

Discover South Kensington intern and Imperial College student Bridie Kennerley tells us about her favourite exhibitions, galleries and spaces around South Kensington.

Ognisko Polskie - The Polish Hearth

Ognisko Polskie - The Polish Hearth

Ognisko Polskie (“The Polish Hearth”) is a unique institution in South Kensington and the UK. Founded in 1939-40 to maintain the cohesion of the free Polish Émigré community – following the Nazi and Soviet invasion of Poland – it is one of the UK’s oldest Polish members’ clubs. Find out more.

A day out with the kids at the Natural History Museum

A day out with the kids at the Natural History Museum

Over the Easter holidays we tasked Freya (age 9) and Finlay (age 7) to select some of their favourite places to visit at the Natural History Museum.

Itinerary: Science and Technology in South Kensington

Itinerary: Science and Technology in South Kensington

South Kensington is home to a host of institutions and museums that celebrate science and technology. Follow this itinerary to explore the area's best science sights.

Volunteering in South Kensington: the Science Museum

Volunteering in South Kensington: the Science Museum

Imperial College student Kate Smith talks about being a volunteer at the Science Museum, and explores some of the other volunteering opportunities you can find around South Kensington.

My favourite things: NHM Curator Blanca Huertas shares her museum highlights

My favourite things: NHM Curator Blanca Huertas shares her museum highlights

Senior Curator Blanca Huertas shares what she loves the most about working at the Natural History Museum, and gives some top tips for visitors.

Itinerary: South Kensington for the art lover

Itinerary: South Kensington for the art lover

South Kensington is a cultural hub overflowing with art and design attractions. Take a day to see the best of the area's creative offerings.

Itinerary: Architecture in South Kensington

Itinerary: Architecture in South Kensington

South Kensington is home to a rich diversity of architecture and building design. Take a day to stroll through the area and appreciate how architectural style has changed over time.

Studying in South Kensington - an RCM student's perspective

Studying in South Kensington - an RCM student's perspective

David Zucchi, a Canadian saxophonist, tells us what it is like to study in South Kensington at the Royal College of Music and shares his favourite local places to visit.

Suggested Itinerary: South Kensington Museums in a Day

Suggested Itinerary: South Kensington Museums in a Day

If you only have one day to see all the sights of South Kensington's museums, follow this suggested itinerary to see some highlights from South Kensington's big museums.

Itinerary: A Royal Day Out in South Kensington

Itinerary: A Royal Day Out in South Kensington

South Kensington is home to a vast array of Royal buildings, monuments and memorials. Take a day to explore what the area has to offer with this handy guide.