Saatchi Gallery Chelsea London

Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea, London

The Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea, London was opened by the collector Charles Saatchi in 1985 to display his superb collection of contemporary art to the public.

History

Saatchi’s collection is now housed in Chelsea in part of the 19th century Duke of York’s Headquarters. The original Saatchi collection began in St John’s Wood before moving to the County Hall on the South Bank before relocating to its present site in 2008.

Exhibit at the gallery

The Saatchi Gallery has a reputation for exhibiting unknown or little-known artists and is at the forefront of the contemporary art scene in the UK. Many of the artists shown at the Saatchi gallery go on to enjoy international fame.

The gallery includes a shop and the recommended Gallery Mess restaurant and bar.

Exhibit

Access – Getting There

Saatchi Gallery (saatchigallery.com)
Duke Of York’s HQ
King’s Rd
London
SW3 4RY
Hours: Daily 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tel: 020 7811 3070
Admission: Free

The nearest tube station to the gallery is Sloane Square on the District & Circle Line. Convenient buses include the 11, 19, 22, 49, 211, and 319 on King’s Road or the 137 on Lower Sloane Street.