Explore design treasures at Victoria & Albert Museum
London, United Kingdom • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
10°C – 23°C, june brings warmer temperatures averaging 16, high crowds, peak season
10°C – 23°C, june brings warmer temperatures averaging 16, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; elevators and ramps available.
Wheelchair accessible; elevators and ramps available.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry; paid exhibitions may impact overall value.
Free entry; paid exhibitions may impact overall value.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Ambiance
Couples found the diverse art collections perfect for a shared exploration and romantic moments.
Stunning Exhibits
Travelers raved about the incredible variety and quality of the exhibits on display.
Free General
Visitors appreciated the free admission to the permanent collections, making it very accessible.
Overwhelming Size
Couples felt the vastness could be overwhelming, advising careful planning beforehand.
Crowded Weekends
Travelers noted that weekends can be very crowded, impacting the experience.
Extra Exhibition
Some couples felt that paid exhibitions were a bit expensive on top of travel costs.
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:45 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
MEDIUM
5-9°C
Cold temperatures with occasional rain and festive atmosphere.
Cold temperatures with occasional rain and festive atmosphere.
Open
Potential holiday closures or reduced hours; check ahead for specific dates.
Potential holiday closures or reduced hours; check ahead for specific dates.
Recommended
December offers a festive atmosphere with holiday decorations, but expect higher crowds and prices during this peak season.
December offers a festive atmosphere with holiday decorations, but expect higher crowds and prices during this peak season.
January
MEDIUM
5-8°C
January in London is typically cold and damp, with average temperatures around 6.4°C and a high chance of light rain.
January in London is typically cold and damp, with average temperatures around 6.4°C and a high chance of light rain.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some special exhibitions may require advance booking.
No significant restrictions; however, some special exhibitions may require advance booking.
Recommended
January offers a quieter museum experience, especially on weekdays. It's advisable to check for any special exhibitions and book in advance if interested.
January offers a quieter museum experience, especially on weekdays. It's advisable to check for any special exhibitions and book in advance if interested.
February
MEDIUM
5-9°C
February remains cold with average temperatures around 7.2°C and a moderate chance of light rain.
February remains cold with average temperatures around 7.2°C and a moderate chance of light rain.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some special exhibitions may require advance booking.
No significant restrictions; however, some special exhibitions may require advance booking.
Recommended
February is a good time to visit for a quieter experience. Consider visiting on weekdays and booking tickets for special exhibitions in advance.
February is a good time to visit for a quieter experience. Consider visiting on weekdays and booking tickets for special exhibitions in advance.
March
MEDIUM
7-12°C
March sees a slight warming trend with average temperatures around 9.6°C and a lower chance of rain.
March sees a slight warming trend with average temperatures around 9.6°C and a lower chance of rain.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, some special exhibitions may require advance booking.
No significant restrictions; however, some special exhibitions may require advance booking.
Recommended
March offers a pleasant balance of moderate weather and manageable crowd levels. Weekday visits are recommended for a more relaxed experience.
March offers a pleasant balance of moderate weather and manageable crowd levels. Weekday visits are recommended for a more relaxed experience.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Metro
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Train
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required