South Kensington has plenty of great attractions for you to visit outside from boating on the Serpentine, walking tours around Albertopolis, Queen Caroline's temple, the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain, ice cream in Kensington Gardens, a trip to Princess Diana's Memorial Playground and so much more....
Recognised as one of the most famous boating spots in London, Hyde Park is the perfect place to take in the scenery, enjoy an ice cream and float down the Serpentine in the middle of the park.
Daily except Nov - March (Wed - Sun)
From 10 am (closing times vary)
Hyde Park
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The Broadwalk Cafe and Playcafe serves a great range of pizza, salads, wraps and sweet treats as well as a children's menu.
Explore Queen Caroline's Temple which is a classical style summer house overlooking the Long Water, east of Lancaster Walk, Hyde Park.
The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk takes visitors through four of the most beautiful parks in the world, including Hyde Park and Kensington Palace.
A unique fountain memorial to Princess Diana designed to reflect her spirit of life and love of children.
The Italian Gardens is a 150-year-old ornamental water garden located on the north side of Kensington Gardens near Lancaster Gate. It is believed to have been created as a gift from Prince Albert to his beloved Queen Victoria.
Discover the magic of Hyde Park on a self-guided walk, exploring its history, wildlife, and horticulture along the way.
Footways London map highlights quiet and characterful walking routes so you can explore Kensington at a different pace. The paper maps are available at some Central Network Rail stations or plan your quiet route via the new interactive map with geolocation
Why not hop on a Santander bike and explore South Kensington - take a ride through the Parks, pass Kensington Palace, around the Serpentine and arrive at the Museums.
The Great Arch is the true story of Danish architect Johan Otto von Spreckelsen, an unknown talent who wins a major French competition to design the Grande Arche in Paris. In this film, director Stéphane Demoustier weaves together the vision of an architect with conflicting politics.
From 11th Mar
Dates & times vary
Institut français
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Join us at the Great Exhibition Road Festival to discover some of the secrets behind the brilliant facades of Exhibition Road in London’s famous arts and science district!
6th - 7th June 2026
Sat: 12 pm & 2 pm; Sun: 3 pm
South Ken Culture Quarter
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Join this volunteer-led tour to discover incredible stories of women in the field of science.
Explore the King's State Apartments, each grander than the last. These rooms contain many sculptures and works of art, such as the terracotta busts of George II and his wife Queen Caroline, made by Michael Rysbrack in 1738 and 1739.
Wed - Sun
10 am - 6 pm from Mar to Oct; 10 am - 4 pm from Nov to Feb
Kensington Palace
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Delve into the history of Kensington Palace with a 15-minute talk with an expert member of our guide team.
Wed - Sun
11.30 am, 12.30 pm, 1.30 pm, 2.30 pm & 3.30 pm
Kensington Palace
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Join us on 6-7 June 2026 to celebrate science and the arts! Expect a weekend packed with free exciting events for all ages: from hands-on workshops and inspiring talks to immersive performances and art installations.
6th - 7th June 2026
12 pm - 6 pm
Great Exhibition Road Festival
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In this exhibition, visitors are invited into the imaginative world of Axel Scheffler through a series of original illustrations. Known for iconic works such as The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, Axel reveals his work created for Wuschel auf der Erde.
17th Mar - 31st Jul 2026
Mon - Fri: 10 am - 8.30 pm; Sat: 1 pm - 5 pm
Goethe-Institut
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On an Inside Out Tour, you’ll join a friendly tour guide on a journey through Victorian architecture and history, finishing inside the Hall’s spectacular auditorium. This tour is wheelchair friendly and will last approximately 1 hour.
Join free guided walks exploring the unique group of Victorian studio-houses built on Holland Park Road and Melbury Road (Kensington, West London) by the ‘Holland Park Circle’ of artists, sculptors and architects.
Select Thur & Sun
11 am - 12.30 pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House
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A range of cafes, restaurants and kiosks offering everything from ice creams, sandwiches to three course meals.
Take a self-guided tour and explore how London’s quarter for the arts and sciences was created. Discover more about it's great institutions and magnificent buildings.
Royal Geographical Society
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Join Leighton House's free guided walks exploring the unique group of Victorian studio-houses built on Holland Park Road and Melbury Road (Kensington, West London) by the so-called 'Holland Park Circle' of artists, sculptors and architects.
5 May - 31 July (Thursdays & Sundays)
11am-12:30pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House
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Featuring around 50 ‘lost’ performance spaces from the 1980s to 2010s, this display celebrates music venues as centres of creativity, shining a light on both their cultural contribution and the challenges they face as a sector.
Opens 30th May 2026
10 am - 6 pm
V&A South Kensington
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Take part in a free ‘walkshop’ around South Kensington to learn about nature, biodiversity and wildlife. You’ll hear how London’s plants and animals are being affected by climate change and discuss what can be done about it.
6th - 7th June 2026
Sat: 12.30 pm; 3 pm & 4 pm; Sun: 1 pm & 4 pm
South Ken Culture Quarter
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Have an unforgettable time at the Main Stage! Join the Great Exhibition Road Festival for a jam-packed schedule of vibrant and lively music, programmed in collaboration with the Royal Albert Hall and presented by Portobello Radio.
6th - 7th June 2026
12 pm - 6 pm
Great Exhibition Road Festival
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