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
We're open on bank holidays.
Closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Please note: This summer, our exhibitions ‘Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style’ and ‘More than Human’ will be closed on Mondays from 7 July until 18 August – but don’t worry, the museum is still open and ready to welcome you. Come explore our permanent collection, Designer Maker User, and all free displays, relax in the Design Café and Design Kitchen, and browse our shops. There’s still plenty to enjoy every day of the week!
Check our Opening times page for further information.
EXHIBITION TICKETS
Pre-booking is recommended for paid exhibitions.
Click here to book tickets in advance.
MEMBERS GO FREE
Members enjoy unlimited entry to all exhibitions, even when tickets are sold out. Members don't need to book in advance, simply present your digital membership card.
Become a Member to enjoy a whole year of design, plus discounts in our events, shops and cafes.
PERMANENT COLLECTION
Our collection display Designer Maker User is free to visit, located on Level 2. This exhibition and other free displays do not require a ticket, but self-guided learning groups must pre-book their visit.
MUSEUM SHOPS
The museum has three shops: the High Street Shop is located outside the main building, the Atrium Shop and Exhibition shop are located on the Ground floor. The shops' opening hours follow the museum's opening hours.
ONLINE SHOP
You can shop our curated ranges online. Visit designmuseumshop.com to find amazing gifts for design lovers or treat yourself with inspiring products and publications.
EAT & DRINK
Visitors can enjoy hot drinks and snacks at the Design Cafe (located on the Ground floor), and meals or afternoon teas at the Design Kitchen (located on Level 2). Click here for more information.
Please note that the Design Kitchen will be closed all day on 10 July 2025. The Design Cafe will remain open.
CARD PAYMENTS
The museum only accepts digital/card payments across the museum.
LOCKERS
There are storage lockers (located on Level -1) which are subject to availability and require a £1 coin (non-refundable). If you don't have coins, you can purchase £1 tokens at the museum shop and pay by card. At busy times, there may be a wait until lockers become available.
SUPPORT THE MUSEUM
Did you know that the Design 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 fantastic 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.
Enhance your visit and engage with the Design Museum from anywhere with our digital guide, available as part of the free Bloomberg Connects app.
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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