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Design Museum

DesignArchitectureClosed · Opens 10amFreeHigh Street Kensington

Il Design Museum si è trasferito nella sua sede attuale — l'ex Commonwealth Institute — nel 2016, e gli interni ridisegnati da John Pawson sono essi stessi una dichiarazione di design. La collezione permanente, Designer Maker User, è gratuita e racconta come il design plasmi la vita quotidiana. Le mostre temporanee sono sempre di altissimo livello, e toccano temi che vanno dalla cultura delle sneaker all'intelligenza artificiale. Il rooftop è una piccola perla nascosta.

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Getting there

224–238 Kensington High Street, London W8 6AG

Nearest station: High Street Kensington

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Hours

Mon10:00–17:00
Tue10:00–17:00
WedToday10:00–17:00
Thu10:00–17:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

Free

Free permanent collection. Temporary exhibitions require paid tickets.

Accessibility

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

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Visitor Information

Is Design Museum free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Design Museum is free. Free permanent collection. Temporary exhibitions require paid tickets.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Design Museum?
Design Museum is open Mon–Thu 10:00–17:00, Fri–Sun 10:00–18:00. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
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 can I see at Design Museum?
Design contemporaneo, dai mobili alla moda all'architettura, in un edificio spettacolare a Kensington. Current highlights include Design Researchers in Residence: 2025/26 Mineral, The Nue Black Aesthetic, PLATFORM: Simone Brewster.
Do I need to book Design Museum in advance?
Design Museum is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free permanent collection. Temporary exhibitions require paid tickets.. 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 Design Museum?
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 Design Museum accessible?
Step-free access throughout. Lifts to all floors. Wheelchairs available free of charge.

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