Victoria and Albert Museum in Kensington and Chelsea

Lovely collection and the garden was beautiful during the summer Free entry and no queue ! I recommend this for people who enjoy art The museum can be toured in about 2.5 hours

Museums are always a must on my travel agenda this one was great

You could spend days, as I discovered, not an afternoon job on the last day of my trip. Entry via subway entrance was a little disorientating but not very busy. (It's also freeeeee)

The Victoria and Albert museum makes for a glorious visit for the arts the Cartier exhibition and the exquisite workmanship is well worth a visit

This has got to be my favourite museum in the whole of London . I love the south east Asian room the most.. and it has a beautiful outdoor café. You can’t do it all in one go so just pick a few rooms at a time if you have the time.🤷🏽‍♀️

Great sculpture collection and outstanding curation for design and fashion themed exhibitions.

One of the best, and most beautiful museums in London. The collection combined with the buildings architecture is extraordinary. The photography collection, the cast courts, and the Japanese ceramics collection are a real treat!

Good food, though expensive. Wonderful rooms.

Wonderful museum. If you go when it first opens, it’s very quiet.

The famous museum, which was built as a museum in 1852 and took the name used today with a few name changes. Like all British state museums, it is free. We can say that it is mainly a design museum. First of all, it is a very beautiful building. It is the world's first museum with a restaurant. With its cafes in the garden and inside, it has something appealing for everyone. Especially its statues and giant replicas are the places with the most visitors. Ceramics, especially Iznik ceramics, photography section, fashion and design glassware, etc. It doesn't seem to count. The best thing to do is to pay 6 pounds at the entrance and get a Museum guide and visit there.

Well worth a few hours walking around the V&A, free entry, and the segregated areas give a great feel of that subject.

So many gorgeous pieces from around the world.

Fabulous. The permanent exhibition is very large, so I recommend that you set aside two or three days to explore it completely and without stuffing yourself with art. It is a free museum and on Fridays they close until 10.

I love museums and its taken me a while to get to this one but worth it. Only thing I found disappointing was the copies of the sculptures, granted they were still impressive just that they were copies. Lovely cafe as well.

All good but handover the items to respective countries. Aren’t you ashamed to have the items from other countries shown. Rather you have to show your history and your stuff in th museum. Give back every item to that that country. Looters Brits.

Like most Museums in London this one is free. It does cost to go to limited time exhibits. Those can sell out. We went during a slow time of year and enjoyed the lack of crowds. The only thing crowded was the gift shop. The V&S would take days to visit completely. It full of things to see and discover. It appeared to me to be very well laid out. I will try to return on a future trip to London.

one of the best museums I've ever been to

Victor Hugo’s exhibition presents a very unique perspective of his enigmatic visual arts talent

Museum is nice but they have stopped letting people sit on the grass which is ridiculous. Would not recommend

A large museum and a lot to see. Entrance was free and without waiting. I recommend :)

A beautiful and well-kept museum.

So much to see. But the real star of the show is the building and I think the cafe must be one of the best single rooms I have seen

Below expectations especially the Indian exhibitions

Paid £22 to see Mogul art. Good but not value for money

This is easily my favourite museum in the entire world. It is not as well known as some of the other major museums in the world, such as The British Museum. In my opinion, it is vastly superior to the aforementioned museum, or any other museum for that matter. It is classified as an "arts" museum, which doesn't really give enough of an indication as to what the museum contains within it. The museum is absolutely massive, with a huge variety of ancient sculptures, some of which are enormous. The atmosphere is also incredible, and really peaceful. There are plenty of places to stop and rest, as well as cafes and a restaurant. Entrance to the museum is free, which is amazing, given the amount of artefacts on display. I wish other cities and countries around the world would take note of this and follow suit. There are regular events throughout the year which require payment (or a membership) but even without paying for any of the events, the museum has more than enough on display to keep you occupied for hours. I always see or discover something new whenever I visit. Highly recommended!

Visited Japanese exhibition. Modern art and craft.

Great way to spend a few hours.

Mish mash of many things, history, stories, and cultural artifacts. You must visit the Cast gallery, statues, and reproductions from around the world. It's breathing taking.

Wonderful Cartier exhibition very helpful attendants but very expensive sandwiches!

I highly recommend it. It's best to come to the opening, there are fewer people.

Free entry to museum but exhibitions might require months of advanced booking. The free one hour long fashion tour was great.

The Cartier exhibition is fabulous!

Lovely day out today visiting the V&A. I went especially for the Cartier exhibition and was not disappointed. What a treat! The queue looked awfully long but moved steadily. The first room was a bit congested but it improved as I walked through the exhibition rooms. My particular highlight were the tiaras! Absolutely worth a visit!

It's my favorite museum. Stay for half a day.

There are lots to see at V&A and the cafe has some great food. Could definitely spend a day or two here!

Museum less known than the British Museum, the National Gallery or the Tate Modern, but incredible museum with a very well-stocked collection. Impossible to walk the 11km gallery, but spending a few hours there is a must in London

Excellent museum with a vast collection of eighteenth-century furnishings and silverware from various periods. Not only that: numerous Renaissance statues and various sections with art from all over the world across various historical periods, including contemporary times. The Japanese sculptures of recent years are very interesting. Also at the time of my visit there were two rooms dedicated to Buddhism with many interesting statues and explanations.

I went on Friday afternoon. There's a Cartier exhibition going on right now, but it wasn't that crowded. There were more types of eco bags than when I visited last year. If you come for lunch, you can also eat at the cafe. In spring and summer, there is a simple cafe with chairs in the courtyard, and it would be a good idea to relax there.

This is an amazing museum. The building is wonderful, the exhibits are good, the cafe is beautiful and worth a visit in itself. The shop is also very nice with loads of beautiful things. A must-visit when in London. And...it's free!

Always have great and interesting exhibitions. Recommend getting membership as then you don't need to book for time slots and if you go for more than a couple of times, it is well worth it.

What an amazing museum! I didn’t expect much since it was a free admission and you don’t need to make a reservation. Architecture is stunning and the collection is amazing. It has multiple floors of endless beauty. From sculptures, Asian, European & Britain Medieval, Renaissance, fashion, design, furniture.. it was overwhelming. My daughter who attends Fashion school in NYC really loved this museum and learned a lot about design and fashion in different eras. We ended up spending 3 hours there and enjoyed sitting outdoor to relax and have coffee.. Must-visit museum while in London.

really maze inside, lots of different things to see, definitely something for everyone

Nice things to look at You can definitely do it

Best place to learn about historical research

A beautiful free museum that takes you to different regions on the world and showcases their art and history.

Fantastic place to dwell with art!

A must visit when you come to London

Always a great pleasure to visit and discover unseen galleries

Very nice museum lots of interesting copies from around the world

Went for the Cartier exhibit. Loved it!!

Very interesting, a very complete collection with very interesting topics from all over the world. It is a great must-see museum on your visit to London.

A great museum with a large collection of history.

I always love to visit V&A the exhibition I went to this time was about the Moghuls

A nice museum where you can have a drink in a unique place

✔️Free to visit The V&A is my favorite museum in London. Every time I come here I can walk around for a long time. If I want to walk through them all, I will feel like my legs are about to break. I suggest you get a map and look at the ones you are interested in first. The Fashion & Textile exhibition room on the 0th floor is my first must-see, but unfortunately there is reflection from the glass when taking photos. This time I happened to run into Naomi's special exhibition (paid exhibition), and I bought a pair of earrings in the gift area outside. They were simple, beautiful and easy to wear.

Wonderful museum great cafe in the Morris room. Loved it!!

My favourite place 🥰 I visited more than 5 times, and I want to go again.

We went to visit the Cartier Exhibition Warning make sure you pre book otherwise you’ll be turned away

Beautiful museum, worth a visit. It is located next to the natural history museum and the science museum. The earlier you visit it will be to your advantage to avoid so many people.

Cartier exhibition, is out of this world.

Great exhibition about the Mughals

Incredible museum, I would defenitely recommend for a 1st time visit of London as it is an iconic museum.

The Victoria and Albert Museum, commonly known as the V&A, is one of the largest and most important museums of art and design in the world. It is located in the Kensington district of London and was founded in 1852. Its name pays tribute to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. ### Main Features: 1. **Collections**: The V&A is home to more than 2.3 million objects spanning 5,000 years of art and design history. Collections include paintings, sculpture, textiles, fashion, ceramics, jewelry, furniture, photographs and much more. 2. **Design and Decorative Arts**: The museum is especially known for its exceptional collections of decorative arts and design, making it a world reference in these areas. 3. **Exhibitions**: Throughout the year, the V&A organizes temporary exhibitions that usually attract attention for their originality and thematic diversity, from fashion to technology applied to art. 4. **Access**: Admission to the museum is free, although some temporary exhibitions may have a cost. 5. **Facilities**: In addition to the galleries, the V&A has shops, cafes, and gardens that provide a pleasant space to enjoy a visit. 6. **Education**: The museum also offers a wide range of educational programs and resources for visitors of all ages. 7. **Architecture**: The building itself is an architectural masterpiece, with a mix of styles that reflect its evolution and expansions over the years. The V&A is a fascinating place that combines history, culture and design, and is a must-see for anyone interested in art and history.

Unique experience, enriched with works of art of great importance.

Many works are just copies and after BritMuseum this one is kind of boring

Give yourself at least 2 days if you want to see everything because there's a LOT to see and enjoy. Just take your time and drink it all in and admission is free. Plenty of other museums and sights nearby. Prepare to make full days of it. Great restaurants nearby. Close to tube and bus stations. Truly first class

It was worth it just to go to the cafe! A must for any london visit.

Amazing experience, my favourite parts of the museum was the Japan and Islamic exhibition. Definitely worth a visit.

There isn’t a corner of this place that isn’t beautiful, especially the South and East Asian galleries. ✨ Was really captivated by “Tipu’s Tiger”, a 19th C. Mysore automaton of a tiger mauling a British soldier (pictured). There’s definitely a dark irony in the fact that what was once meant to terrify or insult the British has been somewhat stripped of its bite, and caged in a British museum as an exotic curiosity. Credit to the V&A for acknowledging the artefact’s roots - the story is almost more important than the exhibit itself.

I just love this museum, one of my favourites worldwide. The cafe is a must, it was the first museum cafe in the world. Every visit you have the opportunity to explore something different, don't try to see everything in one visit, it is too big. The guided tours are usually very good, and they are free. If you want to visit a temporary exhibition by the tickets in advance.

If you like antique pottery, precious metals, furniture, watches, etc., this museum will take you all day to see everything. Well, I thought it would be about 2 hours just seeing the places that interested me, but I had already toured twice as much and before I knew it, there was an announcement that the souvenir shop was closing at 5:30! There are toilets in various places, making it easy to use.

I'd forgotten what an excellent museum this is, though my eye had been caught by an exhibition of Moghul art. This was incredible, and I enjoyed it very much.

A stunning building - a good chunk of the day needed to take everything in but perfect for a mindful wander.

Museum is too big consisting 4 floors. As a sikh i visited to see belongings of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. However you can find historical things of from almost every part of world. Some are 2000 years old Best part is you need no reservation and entry is free

Lots to see here . Take your time .

Just stunning. It's good and que isn't as bad as the next door

Wonderful and huge museum. Entry is free. Be sure to map out a plan for the museum since seeing everything in a single trip would be very rushed.

Free!! Open on Easter Sunday. So much to see. Amazing apricot and pistachio cake with hot coffee. Feeding the mind, body and soul. Love this place

Very especially, I recommend Rafael's cardboards

Visited as part of a day out. Lots of history to see.

I spent around 3 hours inside. I was going quite lightly and nevertheless it got closed before we saw everything. Easily you can spend 6 hours. It has more than 2 million objects inside. There is a Caffe inside with small garden where take a break. Even if you don't order anything, pay a visit. Highlights: Raphael cartoons, the room with copies, the da Vinci's notebook.

Super cool displays, the only bummer is the Cartier display was advertised all over, but not that it was extra/you had to book in advance

Great place to go. Not busy, even on Good Friday. Only had 2hrs so didn't see anywhere near all of it. I will return.

A lot quieter than the mad-house that is the natural history museum across the street so it is easier to spend time at the displays and take them in. In particular I loved Japan, Photography and Architecture rooms.

If you are a person that is very interested in the progress of western culture and influences of Asian traders then this is the place to be. It took longer than expected for me to explore the entire place since I like to read interesting facts about the art piece. Be prepared for 3-4 hours stay or more if you are like me but if you’re only in for photos then 1-2 hours is more than enough to cover the entire collection.

A place where you can see Britain's colorful history. There are a lot of pretty goods, so it's good to buy souvenirs. If you visit in summer, children can play in the water in a quiet area in the central garden. It's a good idea to bring clothes that dry easily, a change of clothes, a towel, etc. We visited the VA Museum two or three times, enjoyed playing in the water, took great photos, and enjoyed the VA Museum so much. The scones, tea, and other simple foods are all so delicious. Don't forget to visit it when you visit the Science Museum or Natural History Museum.

Lots to see and admire. We spent 5 hours there!

(August 24, 2024) Painting of the Conqueror, 1st Floor, 63rd Hall, go to the right from the entrance, they have hidden the painting of the man who opened a whole era and started it in a remote place.

Comprehensive museum that shows the British approach to collecting art. Also a temporary exhibition on the national Naomi, in the section dedicated to costume, very well curated like the whole V&A. But also an original Bernini marble. Don't miss the plaster cast gallery, made in the 19th century and still perfectly preserved, without the dust that floods the plaster casts in our country. The life-size cast of Trajan's column (in two sections) and the portals of S. Petronio and S. Giacomo Compostela are incredible.

Diet Paratha exhibition was so good

one of the coolest museums in london; excellent cafe and gift shop as well

Fantastic museum, with exhibits well organized and presented. Although always popular it never feels crowded.

It is a very well planned museum and it is free.

Simply divine! An amazing experience! A must do while you’re in London

Decided on an impromptu visit with the kids (teenagers). They loved it, particularly the large statues and stonework replicas. The place is a bit of a maze but well worth a visit with lots to see and if you're there on a sunny day we even saw paddlers in the pond in the courtyard relieving some tired feet (mainly kids!)

Magnificent collection of replicas, like a full-scale Michelangelo’s David and a striking reproduction of Trajan’s Column. It also offers a delightful café, the space exudes Victorian charm with ornate ceilings.

Such a lovely place. Joined the fashion tour which was V interesting. The knowledgeable guide pointed things out that you wouldn't have got on your own. Well worth a visit.

Went with my wife and daughter. It is not my cup of tea if I am honest but it is an impressive museum.

Unique and complete experience in a museum that offers an infinite quantity of exhibition elements for all tastes. Highly recommended

The Great Mughal art at V & A exhibition. I was under the impression that there would be informative material about Mughal emperors. And indeed there were descriptions about 3 of them - Akbar the great, Jahangir and Shahjahan. Apart from a very brief description that the dynasty was Mongolian and created by Halagu Khan and Amir Tamur, there was not much at all about other Mughal emperors. How did British take over the empire from them was not to be found at all! The fact that India under Mughals was the largest economy of the world before British took over was not even mentioned. It looked like that the exhibition was mostly about what art pieces V & A had of around that time, rather than a carefully exhibited educational stuff or anything else. And there were some obvious mistakes! The story “Hamza Nama” was actually an Arab story with some Persian characters in it. It had nothing to do with Mughals. Yet this is exactly was welcomed us as we entered the exhibition in the form of multiple art pieces. There were some translation mistakes too. For example “Hunar mand” would be much better translated as “skillful” and not “artist”, as was claimed in one of the art pieces as a title given to someone. There was very little in terms of ladies of Mughal empire who played a great role in history. For example Noor Jehan, Mumtaz Mahal and mother of Emperor Akbar who looked after the empire when he suddenly found himself on the throne at the tender young age of a boy. There were many important historical details conspicuous by their omission. For example, there was nothing about the great “9 Ratan” who practically ran the government of an illiterate but a very clever emperor Akbar. There was none about his new religion “Deen e Ilahi, and how he tried to bring Hindus and Muslims together including marrying into Hindu families. Overall, a great subject to have an exhibition about, but disappointingly very little relevant material on exhibit.