Discover South Kensington Tours

Join us for a short tour and discover some of the awe and wonder behind the brilliant facades of Exhibition Road in London’s arts and science district!

Our guide will introduce you to ‘Albertopolis’ and the history that connects some of the world’s greatest museums and educational organisations. You will also hear stories of some of the people and research shaping the world we live in today. Tours depart next to the Exhibition Road Festival Information Tent - look out for our Discover South Kensington flag!

Tour departure and running times

Saturday 13.00-13.45, 14.00-14.45

Sunday 12.00-12.45, 14.00-14.45, 15.00-15.45

Visitor information

This is a drop in event. To plan your visit, you can download a copy of the timed events schedule and map (pdf) or see the printed programme (pdf)

To attend the Festival, please make sure to register for free. Registering is the only way to receive the latest Festival updates, a first look at the programme, and opportunities to book onto popular talks, creative workshops and tours.

Register now for the Festival