Some Things to Do This Weekend

The Queen's State Apartments

Explore these intimate rooms created for Queen Mary II. The Queen's apartments were where Mary, and later royal consorts, lived. This is where they had their bedroom, took their meals, entertained their friends and distinguished guests, and relaxed.

Wed - Sun

10 am - 6 pm from Mar to Oct; 10 am - 4 pm from Nov to Feb

Kensington Palace

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The King's State Apartments

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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The Jewel Room

The Jewel Room displays commissioned gems for Queen Victoria by her beloved husband, Prince Albert.

Wed - Sun

Mar to Oct: 10 am - 6 pm; Nov to Feb: 10 am - 4 pm

Kensington Palace

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African & Caribbean Heritage tour: Past Meets Present

Join volunteer guides as they bring African and Caribbean heritage to life, uncovering powerful narratives that have too often been overlooked.

Women in Science Tour

Join this volunteer-led tour to discover incredible stories of women in the field of science.

Cecily Brown: Picture Making

Known for her vigorous brushwork, vivid colour and dynamic compositions, Cecily Brown presents paintings inspired by Serpentine’s unique location in Kensington Gardens, a site of personal significance to the artist.

27th Mar - 6th Sept 2026

10 am - 6 pm

Serpentine

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The Great Arch

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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Star Trek at 60 Film Season

Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek and experience the complete cinematic legacy from the original voyages to the modern reboot on one of the biggest screens in the UK, in a world-first presentation exclusively at the Science Museum.

Star Trek at 60

Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek and experience the complete cinematic legacy from the original voyages to the modern reboot on one of the biggest screens in the UK, in a world-first presentation exclusively at the Science Museum.

26th Mar - 8th Sept

Dates vary

Science Museum

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The Lodge Café

Offers simple, genuine British and continental food freshly prepared on the premises by our chef. A range of sandwiches, baguettes, salads and wraps are available during the day, as well as pizzas, Cornish pasties, home-made soups, pastas dishes, lasagnes and quiches.

Daily

Mon - Sat 7 am - 8 pm; Sun 8 am - 7 pm

Hyde Park

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The Courts Café

The café serves a variety of hot and cold food options, baked goods and barista coffee alongside a selection of seasonal hot drinks. For those on the go, a range of fresh sandwiches and cakes are available to take away and enjoy in the park.

Daily

7 am - 7 pm / 8 pm (summer)

Hyde Park

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Highlights of the V&A

Join one of our volunteer guides on this tour and discover the origins of the museum while learning about the fascinating treasures held in the V&A’s extensive collections.

Daily

10.30 am, 1 pm, 2 pm

V&A South Kensington

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Tour: Theatre and Performance

Discover highlights from the museum's renowned Theatre and Performance collections in this guided tour

Until 31st Dec 2026

2.30 - 3.15 pm

V&A South Kensington

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Tour: Fashion - Dress and Style

Join volunteer guides and discover the fascinating garments and fashion-related objects that help shape the V&A’s rich collection.

Until 31st Dec 2026

12.30 - 1.15 pm

V&A South Kensington

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Designing the V&A - The Story of our Museum

Join V&A volunteer guides for an architectural tour of their South Kensington building, which will take you through the history and setting of their collections.

Until 31st Dec 2026

11.30 am - 12.15 pm

V&A South Kensington

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Museum Highlights Tour

An hour-long tour of the museum's most iconic specimens, from the world’s most complete fossil stegosaur to an infamous gorilla.

Beyond the Galleries Tour

A special tour package that combines the Architecture of the Natural History Museum Tour with a behind-the-scenes library session, where you’ll get to view treasured archive materials up close.

Every Friday

3 pm - 4.30 pm

Natural History Museum

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Volunteer Tours at the Science Museum

Join 30-minute walking tours with the Science Museum’s experienced volunteers and discover the hidden stories behind the museum’s most iconic objects and galleries.

Dates & times vary

Science Museum

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Serpentine Pavilion 2026 by LANZA atelier

This year's Serpentine Pavilion has been designed by the Mexican architecture studio LANZA atelier, founded by Isabel Abascal and Alessandro Arienzo. The crinkle-crankle wall derives its stability from its curving form, requiring fewer bricks than a straight wall.

Friday Late

Bringing audiences together with leading and emerging artists and designers through live performance, film, installation, debate, DJs and more. Friday Late is free and drop-in.

Various dates & times

V&A South Kensington

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Future of Food

A free exhibition examining how science can help us find more sustainable ways to grow and produce, purchase and cook, eat and enjoy food to help protect the planet.

Until 1 September 2026

10 am - 6 pm

Science Museum

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PLATFORM: Simone Brewster

PLATFORM is an annual display dedicated to showcasing contemporary design practice. Opening in February 2026, the second edition in the series will present the fascinating work of designer Simone Brewster.

13th Feb 2026 – Jan 2027

Mon to Thur: 10 am – 5 pm; Fri to Sun: 10 am – 6 pm

the Design Museum

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NIGO: From Japan with Love

Explore the vision and legacy of Japanese designer and creative director NIGO – from street style to music and beyond, in the first UK exhibition showcasing his multifaceted creative work, alongside vintage objects and traditional crafts from his personal collection.

1st May – 4th Oct 2026

Mon to Thur: 10 am – 5 pm; Fri to Sun: 10 am – 6 pm

the Design Museum

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Films in Concert

The biggest movies with the best soundtracks - experience classic films with live orchestral accompaniment in the spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert Hall.

Various dates and times

Royal Albert Hall

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