Victoria & Albert Museum
£·South Kensington·South Kensington
The best experiences, attractions, and hidden gems
The world's greatest museum of art and design, just a short walk from Knightsbridge. The fashion galleries, the Raphael Cartoons, and the new Photography Centre are all unmissable. The courtyard cafe is one of London's most beautiful spots for lunch.
London's grandest park begins right at Knightsbridge's doorstep. The Serpentine Gallery hosts world-class contemporary art (free), the boating lake is charming, and a morning run around the park is one of the great London rituals.
One of the world's most famous concert halls. From the BBC Proms to rock legends, ballet to boxing - the RAH does it all in a stunning Victorian rotunda. Take a backstage tour to see the parts the audience never reaches.
The cathedral of natural science. The Romanesque building is a masterpiece in itself, and the collections inside - from the blue whale to the earthquake simulator - captivate every age. Free entry, always.