Victoria & Albert Museum

One of London's best

Address:

Cromwell Road - South Kensington
SW7 2RL - Kensington/Chelsea
London

Nearest Bus or Train:

South Kensington

Open Hours:

10a-5:45p M-Su

Predominantly a decorative arts museum, the V&A is a comprehensive collection of everything from sculpture to photographs, from Chinese art to art deco. Among others, the V&A houses the recently refurbished Raphael Gallery, home to seven tapestry cartoons by Raphael that are among Britain's greatest art treasures and part of the Royal Collection. There is a lot to see from the Becket Casket to the Canon photography. There are special themed late night openings on Wednesdays. Admission: adults £5; under-18s, OAPs, disabled people and full-time students free. The museum is also free from 4:30p-5:45p M-F and from 5p Sa & Su. The late view on Wednesdays is free but there are additional charges for lectures.

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