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Serpentine Gallery

ArtArchitectureClosed · Opens 10amFreeLancaster Gate

Die Serpentine betreibt zwei Ausstellungshäuser in den Kensington Gardens: den ursprünglichen Teepavillon von 1934 und die von Zaha Hadid entworfene Serpentine North. Gemeinsam spielen sie in einer Liga, die man ihrer Größe kaum zutrauen würde, und zeigen ambitionierte Einzelausstellungen von Künstlerinnen und Künstlern wie Yayoi Kusama, Marina Abramović und Gerhard Richter. Der jährliche Sommerpavillon, für den ein renommiertes Architekturbüro einen temporären Bau auf dem Rasen errichtet, zählt zu den großen kulturellen Traditionen Londons.

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Getting there

Kensington Gardens, London W2 3XA

Nearest station: Lancaster Gate, Knightsbridge

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue10:00–18:00
WedToday10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–18:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

Free

Accessibility

Step-free access to the main gallery. The Serpentine North gallery is fully accessible. Paths through Kensington Gardens are mostly paved.

Visitor Information

Is Serpentine Gallery free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Serpentine Gallery is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Serpentine Gallery?
Serpentine Gallery is open Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, closed Mon. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Serpentine Gallery?
Serpentine Gallery is located at Kensington Gardens, London W2 3XA, in the Kensington area of London. The nearest stations are Lancaster Gate, Knightsbridge.
What can I see at Serpentine Gallery?
Zeitgenössische Kunst am Puls der Zeit im Herzen der Kensington Gardens – und stets bei freiem Eintritt. Current highlights include Cecily Brown: Picture Making, David Hockney: Ein Jahr in der Normandie und einige weitere Gedanken über die Malerei (David Hockney: A Year in Normandie and Some Other Thoughts about Painting), Serpentine Pavilion 2026 by LANZA atelier.
Do I need to book Serpentine Gallery in advance?
Serpentine Gallery is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Serpentine Gallery?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Is Serpentine Gallery accessible?
Step-free access to the main gallery. The Serpentine North gallery is fully accessible. Paths through Kensington Gardens are mostly paved.

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