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Design Museum

DesignArchitectureClosed · Opens 10amFreeHigh Street Kensington

The Design Museum moved to its current home — the former Commonwealth Institute — in 2016, and the John Pawson-redesigned interior is itself a design statement. The permanent collection, Designer Maker User, is free and traces how design shapes everyday life. The temporary exhibitions are consistently excellent, covering everything from sneaker culture to artificial intelligence. The rooftop is a hidden gem.

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Hours

MonToday10:00–17:00
Tue10:00–17:00
Wed10:00–17:00
Thu10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Address

224–238 Kensington High Street, London W8 6AG

Nearest station: High Street Kensington

Admission

Free

Free permanent collection. Temporary exhibitions require paid tickets.

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout. Lifts to all floors. Wheelchairs available free of charge.

Nearby

Natural History Museum

Natural HistoryFree19 min walk

Science Museum

ScienceFree21 min walk

Serpentine Gallery

ArtFree22 min walk

Victoria and Albert Museum

ArtFree23 min walk

Visitor Information

Is Design Museum free?
Yes, general admission to Design Museum is free. Free permanent collection. Temporary exhibitions require paid tickets..
What are the opening hours of Design Museum?
Design Museum is open Mon–Thu 10:00–17:00, Fri–Sun 10:00–18:00. Check the museum's website for holiday closures and special hours.
Where is Design Museum?
Design Museum is located at 224–238 Kensington High Street, London W8 6AG, in the Kensington area of London. The nearest station is High Street Kensington.
What exhibitions are on at Design Museum?
Current exhibitions include: PLATFORM: Simone Brewster; Es Devlin (until April 2027).
Is Design Museum accessible?
Step-free access throughout. Lifts to all floors. Wheelchairs available free of charge.

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