
Discovering South Ken’s History
Kensington and Chelsea, London
- 1hr 30m / 3.9km
- 32
A walk around Kensington and Chelsea, London
Step 1: Start your walk at South Kensington Underground station. It is served by the District, Circle & Piccadilly lines. It’s just a short ride from London Victoria station too. Alternatively buses run along nearby Thurloe Place.

Step 2: You need to exit the station & ensure that you’re on Thurloe Street.

Step 3: There are lots of pollinator pockets around South Kensington station & the cafés on Exhibition Road.

Step 4: Turn left down Exhibition Road. This is a great spot to grab a bite to eat once you’re completed your walk. Lots of alfresco dining options!
Step 5: Did you know… this area was market gardens before it was purchased by the Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 to create London’s arts & science district.

Step 6: Pass by the Ismaili Centre.

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