Located in London, the world's leading museum devoted to contemporary design in every form.
Plan your visit, become a member, donate or visit the online shopSave your spot: Until 29 August ★★★★ Evening Standard, The Telegraph, The Times
Football: Designing the Beautiful Game
The first major exhibition on the design of the world’s most popular sport.
Football: Book nowSave your spot: Until 16 October ★★★★ Evening Standard
WEIRD SENSATION FEELS GOOD: The World of ASMR
Step out from behind your screen to enter the world of ASMR.
WEIRD SENSATION FEELS GOOD: Book nowFree Display: Until 4 September
Bethany Williams: Alternative Systems
Celebrate the work of designer Bethany Williams with this new exhibition embracing the discussion of social and environmental issues.
Bethany Williams: Find out moreWhat's On: New Season of Events
Get closer to design with our upcoming talks and workshops.
Upcoming events: Book NowOur members enjoy free entry to all exhibitions, exclusive events, discounts in the shop and café.
Join now: Become a memberLooking for design inspiration and gifts? Visit our three shops or buy online.
The Design Museum Shop: Buy OnlineSupport the museum by hiring one of our spaces for business events, drinks or wedding reception.
Plan your next event with usThe museum's research unit focusing on the net zero agenda and related environmental issues.
Future Observatory: Learn moreAddress
The Design Museum
224 - 238 Kensington
High Street
London
W8 6AG
Opening times
Opened seven days a week, including bank holidays.
Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
10.00 – 18.00
(Sunday - Thursday)
10.00 – 21.00
(Friday - Saturday)
Designer Maker User permanent collection:
10.00 – 18.00 daily
Café:
10.00 - 17.00
(Sunday - Thursday)
10.00 - 18.00
(Friday - Saturday)
Please note that all our gallery spaces begin closing 15 minutes before the building closes.
Please note that on Thursday 14 July, the museum will close at 16.00 for non-ticket holders.
Museum shops
HIGH STREET SHOP
Open daily 10.00 to 18.00
ATRIUM SHOP
Open daily 10.00 to 17.45
GALLERY SHOP
Accessible for ticket holders of 'Football: Designing the Beautiful Game'.
10.00 – 18.00
(Sunday - Thursday)
10.00 – 21.00
(Friday - Saturday)
The Design Museum needs you! If you can, please donate, become a member or a patron - working together to inspire a new generation of designers and make the impact of design visible to all.