Visit

welcoming you back to the museum.

This page outlines the changes we've made to keep you safe during your visit. Museum entry is still free but you'll now need to pre-book a timed ticket online.

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  Opening times

  From 27 August
  Thursday – Sunday: 11.00-19.00

Victoria and Albert Museum, Cromwell
Road, London, SW7 2RL

CONTACT US

• Nearest Underground stations: South Kensington , Gloucester Road (10-minute walk)
• Victoria Station (35-minute walk)
• Bike-hire is available at Exhibition Road and Thurloe Place
• Several bus routes stop at the museum – see tfl.gov.uk for details

Staying Safe

If you are a regular visitor you will notice new signs and markers throughout the museum. Please take care of yourself and others by keeping a safe distance from others during your visit.

Hand sanitiser and face coverings are available at the entrance and at key points around the galleries. We are also selling V&A face coverings in our shop. In line with government guidance, all visitors will need to wear a face covering inside the museum.

Frequently asked questions

What are your opening hours?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

How long does it take to look around?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

How long does it take to look around?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

Are there printed or audio guides?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

Do you give talks?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

Is there a shop or cafe?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

Do you have anywhere to store luggage?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

How accessible is the museum?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.

Is the museum suitable for families?

We have a small gift shop where you can buy a range of Bank of England related items. We don't have a cafe but there are places to buy drinks or sandwiches nearby. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the museum.