South Kensington Area Guide

South Kensington is home to some of London’s most exclusive real estate. The area is filled with popular cultural landmarks, lavish boutiques, and some of best dining in the city. Properties in the neighbourhood comprise of stucco-fronted family homes and modern apartment conversions made even more attractive by access to private gardens and green spaces.

Contact Details

020 7052 9698

Things To Do

The Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum are both world class attractions in the centre of South Kensington that draw attention from people all over the world.
Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are beautiful open spaces only a short walk from South Kensington Station. They have events year-round that bring crowds from all over London.
Kings Road is well known for its vibrant atmosphere featuring boutique shops and restaurants with street food markets located just off the road in Duke of York Square.
Royal Albert Hall is one of London’s most notable buildings, hosting world renowned artists from countless genres. The hall can seat over 5,000 people and it has around 400 shows annually so there are plenty of options for everyone.

Travel time to...

underground
  • Local stations
  • - South Kensington
  • - Gloucester Road
  • - High Street Kensington
The Design Museum
Car: 20 mins*
TFL: 25 mins*
Kensington Palace
Car: 15 mins*
TFL: 25 mins*
Waterloo Station
Car: 35 mins*
TFL: 20 mins*
Heathrow Airport
Car: 40 mins*
TFL: 58 mins*

*From South Kensington

Schools in South Kensington schools

  • - Lyceé Francais Charles de Gaulle
  • - Glendower Preparatory School
  • - Queen's Gate Junior School
  • - Kensington School

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Nearby Areas

Chelsea Kensington

Popular Roads in South Kensington

Cadogan Square Cornwall Gardens Gloucester Road Kensington High Street

Property in South Kensington

Property for sale in South Kensington
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