Saatchi Gallery, London

Name: Saatchi Gallery
Address: King's Rd, London, SW3 4RY, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 20 7811 3070

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Facts and practical information

The Saatchi Gallery, located in the heart of London, stands as a contemporary cultural landmark dedicated to showcasing the works of emerging artists from around the world. Since its inception by Charles Saatchi in 1985, the gallery has played a pivotal role in bringing contemporary art into the public eye, often focusing on artists who have yet to gain recognition.

Housed in a historic building on King's Road in Chelsea, the Saatchi Gallery is known for its spacious, minimalist interiors that offer a blank canvas to the provocative and innovative artworks within. The museum's tagline, "Discover, Discuss, Define," encapsulates its mission to foster dialogue and shape the future of art.

The gallery's exhibitions are dynamic and diverse, often sparking conversations and debates within the art community. From painting and sculpture to installation and digital media, the Saatchi Gallery is at the forefront of contemporary artistic expression. Notable past shows have included the influential "Young British Artists" exhibition, which helped launch the careers of Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin, among others.

Admission to the Saatchi Gallery is typically free, making it accessible to all who wish to explore the cutting edge of the art world. It also features a bookshop and a café, providing visitors with a place to reflect on the art they have seen or to delve deeper into the subjects presented.

Alternative names: Established: 1985 (39 years ago)Visitors per year: 1 mil.Coordinates: 51°29'26"N, 0°9'31"W

Address

King's RdKensington and Chelsea (Chelsea)London SW3 4RY United Kingdom

Contact

+44 20 7811 3070

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Day trips

Saatchi Gallery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Sloane Street, King's Road, National Army Museum, Peter Jones.

0.4 miN
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
Sloane Street, London
11 min walk • Sloane Street, nestled in the heart of London's prestigious Knightsbridge area, serves as a beacon for luxury shopping enthusiasts from around the globe. This illustrious street is lined with an array of high-end fashion houses and designer boutiques, making it one of...
0.5 miSW
Shopping, Street, Shopping district
King's Road, London
13 min walk • King's Road, a vibrant thoroughfare in the heart of Chelsea, London, stands as a beacon of British culture and history. This iconic London street, extending from Sloane Square in the east to Lots Road in the west, has been an influential fashion and shopping...
~1640 ftS
Museum, Military museum, History museum
National Army Museum, London
8 min walk • The National Army Museum is the British Army's central museum. It is located in the Chelsea district of central London, adjacent to the Royal Hospital Chelsea, the home of the "Chelsea Pensioners". The museum is a non-departmental public body.
~620 ftN
Shopping, Department store, Modernist architecture
Peter Jones, London
3 min walk • Peter Jones & Partners is a large department store in central London. It is owned by John Lewis Partnership and located in Sloane Square, Chelsea.
~1260 ftS
Museum, Christopher Wren, History museum
Royal Hospital, London
7 min walk • The Royal Hospital Chelsea is a retirement home and nursing home for some 300 veterans of the British Army. Founded as an almshouse, the ancient sense of the word "hospital", it is a 66-acre site located on Royal Hospital Road in Chelsea.
0.4 miS
Museum, Park, Garden
Chelsea Physic Garden, London
12 min walk • The Chelsea Physic Garden was established as the Apothecaries' Garden in London, England, in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries to grow plants to be used as medicines.
0.5 miNE
Park
Eaton Square, London
14 min walk • Eaton Square is a rectangular, residential garden square in London's Belgravia district. It is the largest square in London.
0.5 miSW
City hall
Chelsea Old Town Hall, London
12 min walk • Chelsea Town Hall is a municipal building in King's Road, Chelsea, London. The oldest part is a Grade II* listed building and the later part is Grade II listed.
0.5 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church, Playground
St Luke's Church, London
13 min walk • The Parish Church of St Luke, Chelsea, is an Anglican church, on Sydney Street, Chelsea, London SW3, just off the King's Road. Ecclesiastically it is in the Deanery of Chelsea, part of the Diocese of London.
0.5 miN
Park
Cadogan Place, London
13 min walk • Cadogan Place is a street in Belgravia, London. It is named after Earl Cadogan and runs parallel to the lower half of Sloane Street. It gives its name to the extensive Cadogan Place Gardens, private communal gardens maintained for Cadogan residents. It is owned by Cadogan Estates.
~880 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Royal Court Theatre, London
5 min walk • The Royal Court Theatre, at different times known as the Court Theatre, the New Chelsea Theatre, and the Belgravia Theatre, is a non-commercial West End theatre in Sloane Square, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, London, England.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Saatchi Gallery open?

Saatchi Gallery is open:

Monday 10 am - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Saatchi Gallery?

Nearby attractions include Sloane Square, London (4 min walk), Royal Avenue, London (5 min walk), Royal Court Theatre, London (5 min walk), Cadogan Hall, London (6 min walk).

How to get to Saatchi Gallery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Saatchi Gallery:

Bus

Duke of York Square • Lines: 11, 19, 211, 22, 319, N11, N19, N22 (3 min walk)
Royal Hospital Road • Lines: 11, 137, 211, 360, 452, N11, N137 (3 min walk)

Metro

Sloane Square (5 min walk)
South Kensington • Lines: Circle, District, Piccadilly (17 min walk)

Ferry

Cadogan Pier • Lines: Rb6 (17 min walk)
Battersea Power Station Pier • Lines: Rb1, Rb2, Rb6 (19 min walk)

Train

London Victoria (18 min walk)
Battersea Park (26 min walk)