London's blockbuster exhibitions open now
Planning a cultural day out in the city? From Tai Shani's dreamy sculpture at Somerset House to Dennis Morris' iconic photographs of musicians at The Photographers' Gallery, don't miss the biggest exhibitions in London open now.
London is home to one of the most vibrant art scenes in the world. Whether you're interested in major international artists, world history or the bright new stars of visual art, there's something on offer for every cultural appetite.
From visitor favourites such as Tate and the V&A to neighbourhood gems like Dulwich Picture Gallery, a rolling programme of must-see exhibitions runs throughout the year.
Here's our guide to some of the biggest blockbuster exhibitions in London right now.
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Claye Bowler: Top
In this personal and celebratory installation, contemporary artist Claye Bowler presents a fictionalised archive inspired by his experience of accessing gender-affirming surgery over seven years. Parts of the installation are owned by different collections, so don't miss this rare chance to see the installation as a complete work of art; one that centres trans joy, resilience and belonging.
Dennis Morris: Music + Life
Bob Marley, Patti Smith, Oasis. Take a closer look at these legendary musicians, candidly captured by British-Jamaican photographer Dennis Morris. Morris' ability to build trust with his subjects results in unguarded portraits, offering an insider perspective on their personalities, private moments, and the spirit of the time.
Emily Kam Kngwarray
Discover Emily Kam Kngwarray, a celebrated Australian artist whose powerful paintings chart her life as an Indigenous Anmatyerr woman and her detailed knowledge of her Country. Her colossal paintings use layered motifs to illustrate the diverse plants, animals and geological features of the surrounding desert. It is important to note that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are deeply connected with their Country and ancestral lands, a connection that traverses spiritual, social and geographical borders.
Future of Food
Looking for a free, family-friendly exhibition in London? Future of Food at the Science Museum will take you on an interactive culinary journey, from the fields of ancient civilisations to tomorrow's food laboratories. Plus, you'll get a deeper insight into how what they eat could help or hinder the planet.
Design and Disability
Uncover the pioneering contributions that Disabled, Deaf and neurodivergent communities have made to design history. This celebratory exhibition spans the 1940s to today to unveil the intersection of disability, identity and creativity.
Cecil Beaton's Garden Party
Cecil Beaton was a renowned 20th-century fashion photographer who captured glamorous high society figures, worked for Vogue for 30 years, and designed the iconic costumes worn by Julie Andrews in My Fair Lady. And did you know? Flowers were central to his creative process. Uncover Beaton's love for everything floral – from the extravagant flower installations he built for his lavish parties to his incorporation of fresh blooms in his photographic portraits.
Grayson Perry: Delusions of Grandeur
Meet Shirley Smith, Grayson Perry's latest alter ego and museum heiress in crisis, in the largest contemporary exhibition ever staged at the Wallace Collection alongside masterpieces from their collection. From striking sculptures to vibrant tapestries and story-filled ceramics, Perry's works of art add to the mythology of his newest persona, while drawing on childhood experiences and examining what it means to make and collect art today.