Plan your visit
LOCATION
224–238 Kensington High Street
London W8 6AG
High Street Kensington, Earl's Court and Holland Park are the nearest tube stations. Kensington Olympia is the nearest overground station.
Please note that the museum accepts digital/card payments only, including ticket desk, shops and cafes.
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OPENING HOURS
10:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday
10:00 – 18:00 Friday to Sunday
Some ticketed exhibitions will remain open later on weekends – please check individual exhibition pages for details.
Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
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PURCHASING TICKETS
Pre-booking is recommended for paid exhibitions. You can buy tickets in advance through our booking portal here. You can also buy tickets at the museum, subject to availability.
MEMBERS GO FREE
Become a Member to enjoy a whole year of unlimited access to all our exhibitions with a guest and up to 3 children, plus discounts in our learning events, shops and cafes.
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FREE DISPLAYS
Our permanent collection and temporary free displays do not require a ticket. The museum's collection display Designer Maker User is open daily until 17:00. The gallery starts closing at 16:45.
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SHOPS
High Street Shop & Atrium Shop
10:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday
10:00 – 18:00 Friday to Sunday
Please note that when the museum is open late, the shops will close at 20:00. You can see a schedule for late openings on each exhibition's page.
Exhibition Shop
Accessible for Gallery 1 (Ground floor) exhibition ticket holders until 8 September. Opening hours follow the exhibition's opening hours.
You can also shop online at designmuseumshop.com
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EAT & DRINK
the Design Kitchen
Located on the second floor.
10:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday
10:00 – 18:00 Friday to Sunday
the Design Cafe
Located on the ground floor.
10:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday
10:00 – 18:00 Friday to Sunday
For more information about our cafes click here.
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STORAGE
Lockers are available on Level -1. These are subject to availability and cost £1 (non-refundable). Each £1 donation supports the museum's programme.
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STAY IN TOUCH
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TICKETING INFORMATION
Please get in touch with bookings@designmuseum.org for ticketing enquiries.
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SUPPORT THE MUSEUM
Did you know that the museum is a registered charity?
You can donate today or join the Design Circle. If you own a business, please visit our Corporate Support page for partnership opportunities. If you're planning an event, check our Venue Hire page for all the details – from weddings to business parties, every hire helps the museum to achieve its mission and vision.
The museum is located at 224–238 Kensington High Street, Kensington, London W8 6AG. Visit this page to find out the nearest train stations, bus stops and cycling information.
Get closer to design with membership and enjoy free, unlimited entry to a whole year of exhibitions, exclusive previews and more. Reach out to the team via membership@designmuseum.org or click on the link below to find out how to join.
Enjoy delicious, ethically-sourced drinks and snacks in our new spaces – the Design Kitchen (second floor) and the Design Cafe (ground floor).
Looking for design inspiration and gifts? Visit the museum's three shops onsite or buy our curated selection online.
The Design Museum welcomes schools, colleges and universities for self-guided visits of its exhibitions.
The Design Museum aims to make everyone's visit enjoyable and does everything it can to ensure a welcoming experience to visitors with disabilities and their companions.
Enhance your visit and engage with the Design Museum from anywhere with our digital guide, available as part of the free Bloomberg Connects app.
For general bookings information, please submit an online enquiry or email: bookings@designmuseum.org
Visit here for further contact Information here.
PLEASE NOTE:
The museum is a no smoking and vape free site. If you wish to smoke or vape, please kindly move into the park or onto the High Street to do so. We thank you for your cooperation on this.
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Please Respect Our Team
The Design Museum is a welcoming place, open to all. Our museum staff have the right to work in a safe environment that is free from intimidation, racism or any other form of discrimination. The museum has zero tolerance to any form of abuse towards its staff.
We ask that everyone treats each other with respect and understanding, upholding inclusive behaviour when in the museum.
If you’d like to know more about our wider work and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, please read more here.
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