Plan your visit
LOCATION
224–238 Kensington High Street
London W8 6AG
OPENING TIMES
10:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday
10:00 – 18:00 Friday to Sunday
Some ticketed exhibitions will be open until 20:00 on weekends – please check our Opening times page for further information.
The museum opens daily, including bank holidays.
PURCHASING TICKETS
Pre-booking is recommended for paid exhibitions. Click here to book tickets in advance. You can also buy tickets at the museum, subject to availability.
Please note that The World of Tim Burton and Barbie: The Exhibition are very popular. We strongly recommend booking tickets in advance to avoid disappointment on the day.
MEMBERS GO FREE
Members enjoy unlimited free entry to all exhibitions, even when tickets are sold out. If you're a member, there is no need to book in advance, just turn up with your digital membership card.
Become a Member to enjoy a whole year of unlimited access to all our exhibitions, plus discounts in our public programme, shops and cafes.
FREE DISPLAYS
Our permanent collection Designer Maker User, is free to visit, located on Level 2. This exhibition and other temporary free displays do not require a ticket.
SHOPS
The museum has three shops onsite. The High Street Shop is located outside the main building, the Atrium Shop and Exhibition shop are located on the Ground floor. 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 our Opening times page.
ONLINE SHOP
You can also shop our curated ranges online at designmuseumshop.com. Find a perfect gift for design lovers or treat yourself with inspiring products and publications.
EAT & DRINK
The museum has a café located on the Ground floor, and a restaurant on Level 2. Click here for more information on the Design Cafe and the Design Kitchen.
CARD PAYMENTS
Before your visit, please note that the museum only accepts digital/card payments – including ticket desk, shops and cafes.
LOCKERS
There are storage lockers on Level -1 which require a £1 coin (non-refundable) for usage. If you don't have a coin, you can purchase £1 tokens at the museum shop using a mobile or card payment. As a charity, each £1 donation supports the museum's programme.
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.
STAY IN TOUCH
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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.
Did you know that the Design Museum is a charity? As a member, you support our programme while enjoying special discounts. 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.
For ticketing information, please email bookings@designmuseum.org with your name and order reference number (if you have one). Please wait up to 5 working days to be contacted.
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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