KCAW + RGS Albertopolis Tour

Walks, England, Greater London, City of Westminster

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  • This walk in South Kensington’s famous cultural quarter is curated by the Royal Geographical Society.

    Step 1: This walk in South Kensington’s famous cultural quarter is curated by the Royal Geographical Society.

  • Step 2: Shining monuments, grand museums and curious corners - South Kensington boasts some of Britain’s most famous landmarks and visitor attractions. Recent statistics suggest more people visit this area each year than Venice!

  • Step 3: But just over just 150 years ago this unique part of London was made up of fields and market gardens.

  • Step 4: This trail explores the hidden stories of a seemingly well-trodden path. Uncover how one of London’s most iconic neighbourhoods has grown and how it gained the nickname ‘Albertopolis’...

  • Begin your journey through Albertopolis at The Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens

    Step 5: Begin your journey through Albertopolis at The Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens

  • This magnificent memorial is to Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria.

    Step 6: This magnificent memorial is to Prince Albert, the husband of Queen Victoria.

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