Saatchi Gallery

• Explore the world of creativity with the Saatchi Gallery and the fresh exhibitions that exclusively feature new and exciting pieces from contemporary artists.
• Dive right into the world of creativity with the gallery's many interesting talks.
• Check out the amazing range of creative workshops that cater to all age groups and teach interesting artistic skills.

If you want to take your children to some interesting art exhibitions in London, the Saatchi Gallery is the place to go. One of the best free galleries in London for a creative and cultural experience, there is so much to see and do here. With ever-changing exhibitions that feature fresh and exciting pieces from contemporary artists as well as regular talks and workshops to participate in, there is always something fun to find here that all the family will enjoy. 

Opening to the public in 1985 under businessman Charles Saatchi, the Saatchi Art Gallery has been committed to showing the most contemporary and exciting art they can find. With over 30 years of exhibitions and displays under their belt, this art museum has shown work of many famous contemporary artists. Their first ever show was called 'The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living', which featured the highly influential work of Damien Hirst. Over the years the Saatchi Gallery has featured a range of artwork, from the bold and brash pop art of Andy Warhol to the minimalist sculpture of David Judd and everything in between. This gallery searches far and wide for the next best thing in the world of contemporary art. These are the best exhibitions in London for the people who want to see interesting, thought provoking art before the rest of the world catches on.

Nowadays the Saatchi Gallery is known for exhibiting unusual and rare artwork that visitors wouldn’t find anywhere else in the city. It’s the best art museum in London to get thrown into the deep end of modern artistic developments and see the work of young, talented artists who are just entering the scene. Whether you are familiar with the world of creativity or just want to pop in for a look, there is always something exciting to be seen here that all the family will find interesting. 

The Saatchi Gallery also offers some amazing talks and film screenings for the public to further engage with what’s happening in the art world. With guest speakers well versed in the latest trends and ideas in the world of art and design as well as hosting discussions on analysing older artwork, this is a brilliant way to get a fresh perspective on the art in the museum. Past discussions include; Aesthesia, a commentary on the queer South Asian experience in Britain, screenings of unusual films like 'Xart the Movie' and Q & A sessions with well-known artists like Alison Jackson. There is always more to learn and discover in the world of creativity and Saatchi Gallery is here to facilitate that education.

For those who like to get their hands dirty, check out some of the incredible creative workshops that take place at the Saatchi Gallery. There is always a number of activities going on at this location; they all cater to different age groups and cover different subjects but they all have one thing in common; they are led by extremely talented artists. Past workshops for people aged 16+ have included Colour and Space led by talented abstract painter Alejandro Ospina and the Collage Workshop led by contemporary artist Maya Mitten. There are also family-friendly activities that suit younger children such as the Experimental Dye Art workshops and Doodle Cube activities. There is something on offer here for everyone in the family to enjoy. Make sure to keep an eye out on their website to make sure you don’t miss a thing.

What to know before you go

• The Saatchi Gallery is open every day from 10am - 6pm.
• The Saatchi Gallery Bar and Brasserie is located on site and has a wide menu that caters to many dietary requirements. 
• There is a gift shop located within the gallery that sells books, prints and other unique souvenirs. The Saatchi Shop also has an online presence so visitors can order products straight to their home or make use of the click and collect service.
• There are toilets, including wheelchair-accessible toilets, and baby changing facilities available on site.
• The Saatchi Gallery is wheelchair accessible with lifts on every floor and ramp access in place where necessary. There is also a wheelchair borrowing system in place for visitors who may require this.

How to get there

• The Saatchi Gallery is located in Chelsea.
• The closest Underground stations are Sloane Square Underground (District and Circle Lines) and Victoria (Circle, District and Victoria Lines), both just a few minutes' walk away.
• The nearest rail station is Victoria, about a 10-minute walk from the gallery.
• The following bus routes all have stops nearby the gallery; 11, 19, 22, 49, 137, 211 and 319.
• There is no dedicated parking area at the gallery, however it is recommended that visitors park nearby at the Sloane Square Car Park.
• For blue badge holders there is a parking bay at the back of the gallery; please keep in mind that these spaces have to be reserved in advance.