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Serpentine Gallery

ArtArchitectureClosed · Opens 10amFreeLancaster Gate

The Serpentine runs two exhibition spaces in Kensington Gardens: the original 1934 tea pavilion and the Serpentine North, designed by Zaha Hadid. Together they punch well above their weight, showing ambitious solo exhibitions by artists like Yayoi Kusama, Marina Abramovic, and Gerhard Richter. The annual summer pavilion commission, where a leading architect builds a temporary structure on the lawn, is one of London's great cultural traditions.

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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

Address

Kensington Gardens, London W2 3XA

Nearest station: Lancaster Gate, Knightsbridge

Admission

Free

Accessibility

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

Nearby

Science Museum

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Natural History Museum

Natural HistoryFree11 min walk

Victoria and Albert Museum

ArtFree11 min walk

Design Museum

DesignFree22 min walk

Visitor Information

Is Serpentine Gallery free?
Yes, general admission to Serpentine Gallery is free.
What are the opening hours of Serpentine Gallery?
Serpentine Gallery is open Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00, closed Mon. Check the museum's website for holiday closures and special hours.
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 exhibitions are on at Serpentine Gallery?
Current exhibitions include: David Hockney (until August 2026); Cecily Brown (until September 2026).
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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