Overview
Explore London’s awe-inspiring Victoria and Albert Museum on a private tour of the museum’s 13 acres, with 145 galleries that house over 4.5 million objects of art, sculpture, jewellery, costume, and paintings from all over the world and spanning some 5000 years.
Learn all about the man behind it all, Prince Albert, beloved husband of Queen Victoria. See eclectic works by Michelangelo, Raphael, Bernini - and Alexander McQueen! Then, enjoy a stroll through the exclusive royal borough of Kensington, ending with a walk around the pristine gardens of Kensington Palace on the edge of Hyde Park.
Learn about the lovely area of Kensington - how it transformed from a rough and ready area of criminality to the exclusive neighbourhood it is today: home of bankers and royalty. Pay tribute to the late Diana, Princess of Wales, in the sunken garden in Hyde Park, which houses her new bronze statue, unveiled by her sons Princes William and Harry.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Expert local tour guide for your own private group
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Food and drink
Gratuities (optional)
Transportation on the day (if required)
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you outside the entrance to the Victoria and Albert Museum located at Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL, United Kingdom.
End point
Your tour will end at Hyde Park, Kensington Palace.
What to expect
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V&A - Victoria and Albert Museum
1 hour
Explore one of England’s most famous museums, the Victoria and Albert (known locally as the V&A) and the world's largest museum of decorative arts and design that houses a collection of over 4.5 million objects.
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Knightsbridge
1 hour
Stroll through Knightsbridge and Kensington – two of London’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, where you’ll see Harrods, the Albert Memorial, and hear some of the inside stories about those who live here.
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Hyde Park
30 min
Enter Hyde Park and enjoy an orientation of this 350-acre park, followed by a visit to the pristine gardens of Kensington Palace.
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The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk
30 min
Walk along the Princess Diana Memorial Walk and see the new bronze statue of the late princess in the sunken garden.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about The Victoria & Albert Museum & Kensington: Private Half-Day Tour
Can I cancel The Victoria & Albert Museum & Kensington: Private Half-Day Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
Your guide will meet you outside the entrance to the Victoria and Albert Museum located at Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL, United Kingdom.
What's included?
- Expert local tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
What's not included?
- Food and drink
- Gratuities (optional)
- Transportation on the day (if required)
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits V&A - Victoria and Albert Museum, Knightsbridge, Hyde Park, The Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Walk.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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