The wide range of galleries in London have an exciting lineup of exhibitions allowing you to get your art fix. From the latest groundbreaking exhibits to up-and-coming artists showing in smaller spaces, make sure to catch the best London art exhibitions.
Take your pick from multisensory immersive exhibitions, thought-provoking fine art, creative photography or captivating sculpture exhibitions. With exhibits popping up all around London, there’s plenty of variety for the curious art lover.
Secure your spot at art exhibitions London online or on the day. Book ahead to guarantee your entry, or if you prefer to drop into something last minute, there’s a whole host of free art exhibitions in London. Head to the capital’s top art galleries and get ready to admire amazing artworks with these must-see art exhibitions in London.
What art exhibitions are open in London now?
Immersive art exhibitions in London
1. Vogue: Inventing the Runway at Lightroom
CHANEL Spring-Summer 2015 Haute Couture show at Vogue: Inventing the Runway at Lightroom. Image courtesy of Lightroom.
Step into a striking exhibition exploring the history of the fashion runway show in Vogue: Inventing the Runway. Lifting the curtain on fashion’s iconic catwalk, this immersive exhibition at Lightroomtakes you on a thrilling journey through Vogue’s fashion archives – from the intimate couture salons of the early 20th century to unforgettable runway moments today. Until 30 Mar
Step back in time with Tate Modern’s ambitious new exhibition Electric Dreams: Art and technology before the internet. Exploring mesmerising and mind-bending art made from the 1950s to 1990s, the exhibition celebrates the early innovators of digital art. Book now for a rare chance to experience immersive sensory installations from a time before the internet. Until 1 Jun
Portrait art exhibitions in London
3. The Face Magazine: Culture Shift at the National Portrait Gallery
Celebrate iconic fashion images and portraits from The Face, a trailblazing youth culture and style magazine, at The Face Magazine: Culture Shift at the National Portrait Gallery. Bringing together the work of more than 80 photographers who helped to shape the creative and cultural landscape in Britain, the exhibition provides a unique opportunity to see many of these images away from the magazine page for the very first time. Until 18 May
4. Leigh Bowery! at Tate Modern
Unravel the extraordinary life of Leigh Bowery and his significant mark on the art world in the upcoming exhibition at Tate Modern. Featuring many of Bowery’s “looks”, alongside his collaborations with artists including Michael Clark, Charles Atlas and Lucian Freud, these are some of the most iconic images of the 1980s and 90s. This boundary-pushing exhibition offers a glimpse into Bowery’s dynamic creative world, which blurred the lines between art and life. Until 31 Aug
Modern art exhibitions in London
5. Brasil! Brasil! The Birth of Modernism at Royal Academy of Arts
Capture the diversity of Brazillian art at Brasil! Brasil! The Birth of Modernism at Royal Academy of Arts. Featuring more than 130 works by ten significant Brazilian artists from the twentieth century, discover magical realist landscapes, influences from European trends and works addressing the challenges of life in Brazil. Until 21 Apr
6. Flowers at Saatchi Gallery
Flowers at Saatchi Gallery. Photo credit: Matt Chung. Image courtesy of Saatchi Gallery.
Delve into a fabulous flower exhibition showcasing different flora in contemporary art atSaatchi Gallery. Filling the gallery space with more than 100,000 dried flowers, discover large-scale installations, photography, fashion and archival objects that celebrate the growing influence of flowers on creativity and human expression. Until 5 May
Go behind the lens and explore powerful photography in a decade of social and political change at Tate Britain. The must-see exhibition, The 80s: Photographing Britain, dives deep into one of the UK’s pinnacle eras to capture the spirit, struggles and stories of a nation – captured through the lenses of some of the decade’s most influential photographers. Until 5 May
8. Peter Mitchell: Nothing Lasts Forever at The Photographer’s Gallery
Discover one of the most important early colour photographers of the 20th century with Peter Mitchell: Nothing Lasts Forever. Showcasing rarely seen works from Mitchell’s own collection, personal ephemera and found objects, the exhibition at The Photographer’s Gallery reflects upon key bodies of work from Mitchell’s remarkable career. Until 15 Jun
Don’t miss this landmark exhibition unearthing the wonder of soil at Somerset House. Highlighting soil's unbreakable bond to life and the vital role it plays in our planet’s future, SOIL: The World at Our Feet displays sensory artworks, historical objects and scientific artefacts as visionary artists explore the remarkable power and potential of soil. Until 13 Apr
10. Sculpture in the City at London’s Square Mile
Sculpture in the City, The Granary. Jesse Pollock. Image credit: Nick Turpin.
Transforming the city’s public spaces into an exciting open-air gallery, Sculpture in the City returns to London’s Square Mile for its 13th edition. Follow an eclectic trail of sculptures scattered across the city’s business district and discover 17 vibrant artworks from established and emerging artists. Until spring 2025
Discover never-before-seen royal fashion treasures in Dress Codes at Kensington Palace. Showcasing both instantly recognisable and rarely seen highlights from the Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection, explore the codes and conventions of royal clothing as well as the modern “dress codes” we all follow today. Included with entry, marvel at pieces worn by a young Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Diana, Princess of Wales, Queen Victoria and more royal figures. 13 Mar-30 Nov
Explore the opulence and glamour of the Edwardian age by delving into the lives of two of Britain’s most fashionable royal couples at The King’s Gallery. The exhibition The Edwardians: Age of Elegance, which is included with entry, showcases more than 300 objects from the Royal Collection, including fashion, jewellery, paintings and photographs by many of the period’s most celebrated names. 11 Apr-23 Nov
Celebrate the work of pioneering artist Mickalene Thomas during her first solo UK exhibition at Hayward Gallery. Widely renowned for her large-scale paintings of Black women posed against boldly patterned backgrounds and embellished with rhinestones, discover mixed-media paintings that reflect the artist’s expansive and empowering definition of the term love. Until 5 May
What famous paintings can you see in London?
London is home to some of the world’s greatest masterpieces, such as The Water-Lily Pond by Claude Monet and Sunflowers by Vincent Van Gogh, which can both be found at the National Gallery. Tate Britain also displays many much-loved favourites such as A Bigger Splash by David Hockney, while London’s immersive art galleries, including FRAMELESS and Lightroom showcase some of the art world’s most famous pieces in a multisensory experience.
