Our galleries
Our free galleries are situated five minutes walk from each other on either side of the Serpentine Bridge in the Royal Park of Kensington Gardens.
Serpentine Gallery
The Serpentine Gallery showcases emerging and established contemporary art, including the annual Pavilion architecture commission in the park.
Throughout its 50-year history, the gallery has celebrated artists who have gone on to international acclaim, including: Anish Kapoor, Damien Hirst, Jeff Koons and Marina Abramović. Koenig Books, located at the Gallery entrance, is one of the UK’s best art bookshops.
Serpentine North Gallery
The Serpentine North Gallery opened in 2013, with Zaha Hadid’s renowned ‘Magazine’ extension on the original Grade II listed former gunpowder store.
This gallery is a beautiful space dedicated to contemporary art. It also includes the Serpentine Shop.
Serpentine Pavilion
The Serpentine’s annual architectural commission showcases new temporary buildings by international architects.
Open annually throughout the summer, the Pavilion hosts live programmes and events, including Park Nights.
