As we can assume from the name of this establishment, the Saatchi Gallery is a midsize space/facility that can be host to very interesting installments. I was visiting Saatchi during their Flowers installations. The collection was just ok, could be better. Since there is admission fee I was expecting more art works on the view. Saatchi is accessible facility with walking distance to public transport. Crew at Saatchi are engaging and very helpful. With so many other galleries and museums in London, I wouldn't recommend visiting unless they have interesting artworks on view that compromise the entrance fee. read more

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During the Queen's Jubilee Celebration, this beautiful venue Saatchi Gallery is featuring the amazing Tiffany and Co exhibit. No need to tell you as it was over the top dazzling experience! We spent almost four hours going through exquisite jewelry collections and learning about the company's history, designers and inspiration for their creativity. The gallery is spacious with high ceilings, great air quality, lighting and clean! The restrooms were also just as nice! SAATCHI GALLERY is a lovely place to explore ! read more

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Incredible gallery featuring one of the best private collections in the world. So much to see and we have been so many times. Truly special

The present show featuring TUTANKHAMUN doesn't actually have TUTANKHAMUN. I walked throughout the exhibit expecting to find "him" just beyond, in the next room. Nope, not there... until I got to the exit and realized it was a scam, much in the style of PT Barnum. But the gift shop was fab! I found these rubber mummy duckies ... and lot's more useful (not) plastic stuff. read more

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The Saatchi Gallery wasn't really my cup of tea. It's a collection of modern art spanning a few floors. There were some really cool chess pieces and boards. The current galleries focus on photography. Some of the photos were landscape, cityscape and portraits. There were definitely more racy and nude shots in this museum than others. Even with that, it was still sort of ho hum in my book. read more

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They always have the best exhibitions, Hurry up and go and see Tiffany's 185 years history

This is my favorite contemporary art gallery in the world! Free admission is amazing for the quality of international art you will find/discover here. There is a beautiful green field in front of the building, and would love to return in the warmer months. The space inside is clean with nice open spaces. There could be more places to sit though. read more

Saatchi Gallery is a gorgeous architectural marvel in the heart of Chelsea, albeit with only mediocre art galleries. They seem to have a rotating collection, so your experience may vary based on what's on exhibition at the moment. When I visited, it was a small gallery of Cartier jewellery which played more like a marketing campaign versus an actual artistic experience. But it's free to visit, so you might as well pop in and see what's on. read more

Rolling Stones Exhibitionism was one of the highlights of my trips to London. It only rock and roll but I like it... The gallery itself was wonderful, friendly, clean, a nice flow from room to room, and the gift shop at the end was way bigger then I expected. No matter what your coming to this gallery for Id highly recommend it they are top notch. And again, everyone couldn't have been friendlier managing and running the gallery. If your a Stones fan or just a rock n roll junkie I'd recommend this exhibit 100 times over! You won't be disappointed. They covered many different points from the band mates, the band as a whole, album covers, songs, clothing, I can go on and on on how comprehensive and amazing this was. Just go! Totally worth it and I'd say you can be in and out in maybe over an hour depending your speed?...but enough there that you could stay far beyond that if you really want every little detail. What finalized my 5 stars: 3D "live" concert of the rolling stones at the end. Haha. If you'll never have the chance to see them in concert or you want to get as close as you can your glory days this will put a smile to your face. This gallery is awesome & the Rolling stones makes this a stop worth raving about. You can't always get what you want, but you'll find sometimes, you get what you need. read more

While trying to assemble an online photo book I had reason to take a renewed look at the images shot while on a vacation to London earlier this year. I searched the pictures trying to get a feel for what we actually did on this trip and, with few exceptions, came away with the feeling that trip had left me with: we did nothing. The trip was the epitome of family dysfunction. And there was the reminder: photos of Saatchi Gallery. Our journey to find Saatchi was the height of the dysfunction. One family member darted across a busy boulevard. Another wandered off while we sought assistance from a transit worker. We were met with detours and whining and false starts and tantrums. Saatchi was a place I'd always wanted to see but nobody seemed to know how to get us there. When I heard Him ask a fellow pedestrian for directions to "Shoo-shee" I about blew a gasket. We were never going to find it. Then we found it and I don't have a clue why it was so difficult. It's very big (70,000 square feet) and very easy to find. You shouldn't have the troubles we encountered. And because of that you're also unlikely to tell family members to "get the f*** out of my face" once you arrive. How Saatchi got on my radar remains a mystery but I am inspired by contemporary art and obviously had filed this place away. I was not disappointed. Free to enter, Saatchi spans multiple floors and the art within is the sort I find massively appealing. A wide diversity of contemporary artists fills the space. There's colors, imagery, vibrancy. It is the opposite of the sort of that sort of modern art which consists of a mono-chromatically painted canvas (I'm looking at you, Guggenheim Museum). It is images of people and recognizable things from your life all interpreted through the eyes of the hottest living, working artists. There is one standing exhibition which falls more into that "other" category but it too was interesting even though, at the time, I had no idea what I was looking at or what that odd smell was. I am referring to a room, viewed from above, which is filled with motor oil. I can't explain it nor do I understand it but it definitely captured my interest for a brief while. There are a ton of museums in London, almost all of them free to enter. Saatchi is a gallery, not a museum, and it trades in different fare from those, but since it is free and excellent you should make an effort to see it. I trust you will find getting there a far simpler experience than mine (the gallery is a 3 - 4 minute walk from Sloane Square tube, on the District and Circle lines). read more

make sure to research. What is called original art may not be. I purchased a sculpture priced at $3700 that is supposed to be original and found the identical piece on another website selling for $2100. The artist goes by a slightly different name but it's literally the identical peaks I would think that this website would vet artists a little better if they purport to be a gallery selling professional works beware read more

I've been to a dozen museums in London and the Saatchi falls right at the tail end of the queue. Not that it is bad, just that it really isn't the type of art that I enjoy. A room full of stones. Two cars carefully wrapped around steel poles. A collection of neon lamps. I just don't get it. What was the artist trying to communicate? Oh, the depth of this color contract draws out the inevitable struggle between life and death. Oh, this one is about the artist's relationship with his dog. When the caption for a particular artwork says "Polyurethane, polyester and brain matter" it's time for me to move on. (Yes, really!) Sorry, Saatchi. It may be art to you, it's just not art to me. read more

My personal litmus test for an art gallery's quality is simple: How often, if at all, would I want to return and view subsequent exhibitions? With this qualifier alone, the Saatchi Gallery gets a strong 5 stars. I'm an art lover that much prefers looking to the future than the 'days of old', so in the vein of the incomparable Tate Modern, I knew the Saatchi Gallery would be my kind of spot. I absolutely loved the current "Panagea" exhibition, giving talented, contemporary African and Latin American artists an impressive platform to have their voices heard in the rather one-sided art world. You have your paintings, photography, mixed-media, and sculpture all in one large yet manageable space. All viewings are completely free and there are no 'velvet ropes' hampering your ability to view the works from up-close- I felt like a bit of a rebel gawking at the artists' painstaking workmanship with my nose nearly brushing the artwork. It's located in the super-luxe Sloane Square area (near Knightsbridge and Belgravia), so there's much to see, do and eat once you walk off the Saatchi grounds. If you're a tourist here for at least 2 weeks then it's highly recommended. If you're a Londoner and love contemporary art this is simply a must-visit! read more

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This is one of my favourite Art Gallery in London. Exhibition are usually FREE. Recently I have been to Mademoiselle Privé. Mademoiselle Privé is a temporary exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery near Sloane Square open until the 1st of November 2015. The exhibition was an amazing two hours experience, I got the chance to totally immerse myself in the spirit of Mademoiselle Gabrielle Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld. Split into three different floors, Mademoiselle Privé is a journey through Gabrielle Chanel's apartment, her codes and symbols, her N°5 and the re-editions of the High Jewellery 'Bijoux de Diamants' collection created in 1932. I really liked the exhibition. The concept was very modern, however to enjoy the full experience you needed the Mademoiselle Privé app. I have nothing against technology, but I don't think this exhibition was suitable for everybody. I noticed there was a lot of old people who didn't have smartphone or tablets, so they couldn't see or read the extra details provided in each room. A woman asked me while I was walking in the totem room why I was looking at my phone and I politely replied that I was reading the information about each totem via their app. I ended up sharing my phone screen with this very nice lady through the whole exhibition. If you intend to go to the exhibition before it ends, you should not read the post on my blog as I am sharing pictures of the whole exhibition. For people who can't go this exhibition, you should definitely have a look on my blog, I've included all the details you get from the app while walking through each room so you can enjoy the full experience. I went to the exhibition at 10am as it was the best way to avoid the queue. (It also works if you want to avoid very pretentious fashion French bloggers who moan when you walk around the room because you ruin their pictures. They arrived around 11.30!) read more

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Anyone with a conscience must necessarily be conflicted about the Saatchi. It's a phenomenal collection. It's free of charge. It's a gorgeous new building in a posh location. BUT ITS OWNER ELECTED MARGARET THATCHER. When running through the debits and credits of diabolic acts of the 20th century, surely this one lands Charles Saatchi in one of the more terrifying corners of Bosch's Garden of Delights. But the art. The opening show at this location is a survey of recent Chinese work and it is often quite mystifying, evincing a particular sensibility and an open approach to major themes and currents of history. There is a surprising amount of self-knowledge in these pieces and a great deal of wit. Prompts one to reconsider their assumptions about the next superpower. read more

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This is another cool gallery in London. They have a good selection of exhibits and you can spend a good couple of hours checking out the artworks here. It's also free admission, totally recommend it to someone who enjoys artsy things to come and visit. read more

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Rolling Stones Exhibitionism!!! The entire gallery is showing and Insanely fascinating journey into all things Rolling Stones. From a digital wall map of the world that shows and counts every concert they've performed in every city around the world during their 54 years together along with the number of fans they performed for to their instruments, recording studios, Outfits, album covers, fashion, stage design evolution from music to other media such as TV, music video, performance videos, 3D concert performances, and on and on, this exhibit takes you on a rock and roll journey like no other band on the planet can do. Just WOW! I hope the exhibition will travel and out our does it is not to be missed. read more

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A must for contemporary arts lovers. The gallery features both installations and print/paint works by artists around the world, whose subjects revolve around pop culture, war, globalization, and humanity in general. Some are delightfully lighthearted, others drenched with foreboding and angst. Fans of the Saatchi Gallery will surely enjoy a visit to the Tate Modern at Bankside. read more

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I've been to the Saatchi Gallery many times as it generally hosts modern art or fashion exhibitions, however until the 4 September Exhibitionism: The Rolling Stones has taken over the entire building. This is an exhibition that takes you through all aspects of the Rolling Stones' career, from their early days to their recording process and their many albums and tours. Each room covers a particular aspect, the first for example is an exact replica of the dump of a flat that they inhabited in 60s London. There is tons of memorabilia on view, from handwritten song lyrics to musical instruments, costumes and original artwork. It is also very interactive, you can mix some of the Stones tracks and watch videos from each of the band members perspective. I personally loved the art room the most as it contains several original Warhol works and the costumes were also fascinating. I really didn't know how much I'd enjoy this exhibition beforehand - I like them but wouldn't class myself as a massive fan. However I found it really interesting and came out with a new found appreciation of the Stones and their long career. Well worth a visit. read more

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I went here this afternoon not really knowing what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised when I reached the beautiful columned building just off Kings Road. And the gallery wasn't just a pretty face, it was amazing inside too. The whole gallery is decorated with white walls, lights in the ceilings and really light ash flooring. The stairwells and corridors are beautifully decorated with glass, plasterwork and bare brick. The gallery is really easy to navigate too, despite being deceptively the rooms all conveniently lead into one another so it doesn't matter where you begin, you'll still see everything. Like most collections of modern art it is not for the feint hearted, but items like the important governmental buildings made out if Dog's chews and a Donkey mounting a leaning skyscraper will appeal to anyone with a sense of humour. There was loads of staff on hand to answer questions and they were all really friendly. This is probably one of the only gallery's that lets people take photos. What's more the gallery is free so it's really accessible. I didn't think I would say this but I'll be revisiting again soon. read more

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Today, after having it as a part of my to-do list since a very long time, I finally made it down to the new Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea. I was not disappointed! Having absolutely loved the old location on the South Bank, I was a bit sceptical about this new location in Chelsea but as it turns out, it is a beautiful space. The building resembles more of a palace than a gallery and has been perfectly restored. It boasts large white-walled rooms, perfect for contemporary art work but has still managed to keep some of its original features such as the staircases and brick walls. The current exhibition showcases some of the best Chinese contemporary artists. The show was well curated and adequately political as well as visual. This is definitely a great destination on any art-lovers itinerary and with a free entrance to boot, there really is no excuse. read more

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It had been years (at least 15) since I visited the Saatchi Gallery and today I had an unexpected chance to go visit it in their 'new' (to me) location. During my first visit I was so impressed with the out of this world experience of Richard Wilson's piece 20:50 (otherwise know as The Oil Room). I was surprised to read on the Saatchi website that it is in fact part of their permanent collect and has moved to each of their new locations. The day before I set off to London my husband told me that you need to make a reservation to see it. So I emailed the Gallery and received a prompt and friendly reply that no reservation is necessary but you cannot walk 'into' the work anymore. Though slightly disappointed I was happy to be forewarned as I was looking to reliving that experience I had during my first visit. The piece is still magical but cannot be experienced any more the way it was intended. The museum is kept meticulously clean and there are no barriers cordoning off any works of art, except 20:50 by Richard Wilson. Had a nice time and saw some inspiring pieces and a few that gave me goosebumps. read more

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The Saatchi gallery is an amazing place where modern and experimental art feels right at home. When I was first at University, Tracey Emin gave a speech at my university, and when I discovered that she was of Turkish origin, I got quite excited and decided to listen to what she was saying. She mentioned that her work was at the Saatchi gallery, and when I went to see it, it was more or less the main feature there. The have instillation after Instillation, with world famous works from Tracey Emin, Damian Hurst, and many more. I for one was shocked with what I saw in here, just outrageous stuff. You wont find a gallery like it in London, or anywhere else, and that is why it costs to get in, £12. It is an amazing building and everything is masterfully set out. Want to see something different, then go! read more

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One of my favourite galleries in London. There always seems to be new, relevant and interesting exhibitions taking place and they're almost always all free! Plus it's not too big and it's never jam-packed (even though it should be) which makes it more manageable! read more

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Charles Saatchi has turned the old Duke of York's HQ in to a stunning art gallery. It promises quickly to become be one of London's great galleries for modern art. Huge, bright spaces on three floors allow the exhibits to be shown to perfection. I was lucky enough to go on the first day of opening to the exhibition of Chinese art - New Art From China. Although there's a small shop and good washrooms, there's no cafe. However, there are many cafes and stalls in the new Duke of York's plaza nearby the end of the King's Road I have fond memories of the Duke of York's HQ from my youth, when it was where my TA regiment was based. We used to train on Tuesday nights by running round the parade ground - now a sports ground. read more

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The Saatchi Gallery is an amazing building, cleverly modernised with sympathetic architecture to suit it's purpose. If you can get past the unfriendly staff at the front desk (No backpacks! No drinks!) a treasure trove of interesting art awaits. And it's free. We went for the GAIETY IS THE MOST OUTSTANDING FEATURE OF THE SOVIET UNION exhibition. Not sure why the exhibition title is all in capitals? There must be is some significance... The exhibition was well laid out with interesting but not overly long information cards on each artwork. The shop in the basement has some reasonably priced limited edition prints as well as the postcards and art books you would expect. They also stock interesting design items which vary throughout the year. When we visited they had Tatty Devine and Jempfrompaper for sale. read more

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We had a long layover in London and decided to head to Saatchi for a bit before getting a bite. There are always interesting exhibits. Even though I'm not very into modern art. I even bought a limited edition print from the museum shop of a talented street artist they had previously exhibited. Entrance is free as well as the coat room. The space is very modern with high ceilings. All the exhibits are well done. And the museum staff is very friendly. The museum shop has a wide variety of books, toys, art, and other random cool things to buy at all price points. read more

In the next month, Saatchi is all busy with great events and I love how by the time fall kicks in, London surrounds even more with art. During the months between November and January, a contest for emerging artists will be running, featuring artwork by people from UK and Ukraine. What I like most about this gallery is that it supports new artists that aren't so popular and they really look for something different and inspiring rather than crap done by some rich kids that pay for their art to be exhibited. Many artists showing at The Saatchi Gallery are unknown when they are first exhibited, not only to public but also to the commercial art world. They are practically launching their careers here and that is worth appreciating. You can find all types of art here, mostly modern and contemporary. There is also a restaurant-cafe and a running workshop. I think people who appreciate modern art will even enjoy more their presence here than at Tate Modern museum, which also has great artworks exhibited in SE London. read more

I love love love museums. Especially modern art museums. But the problem with the great Tate Modern (other than its awesome views from the terraces facing the Thames) is that they have the same stuff. And as one who's planning on staying in London for another year or so, the same stuff can get old. Here's where Saatchi comes in, apparently. When you first walk in, you can just FEEL that it's not like the Tate Modern. No bustling crowds, crazy school groups. It SMELLS like a modern art gallery. Sweeping tall ceilings, stark white gargantuan rooms with carefully placed pieces. I loved the variety of medium and emotion that all the art evoked, and even with such variety, I felt that each room had a 'theme.' And as I've only been once, I anticipate that the next time I visit, there will be a new range of art to admire and ponder over. Now if only I was a baller and could afford to live off King's Road, I'd definitely be a regular visitor to this London art gem. read more

I was walking through the new exhibit today and musing on why I liked this museum so much, and I think it's got a lot to do with the fact that the entire gallery changes with each exhibit. With some galleries, you expect to find a new rotation room or travelling piece, but Saatchi is consistently a new palate throughout. On now is an exhibit from India, and always, Saatchi stands to promote unknowns and subversives in the field. It's a refreshing twist on what you expect to find if you went to a typical gallery. And as sad as I am to see the world-leaders in wheelchairs go, the new basement exhibit is really remarkable... though a bit headache-inducing. read more

Fantastic space and great, of-the-moment art. I definitely recommend shelling out £1.50 for the picture-by-picture guide if you want a bit of context for the each piece. read more

The Whale's heart (Bindis on fibreglass) is bigger than human beings. I feel the pulse running inside it. Saatchi's contemporary pieces are often big and bold. Current exhibition, the Empire Strikes Back: Indian Art Today is the 4th that I've visited since the gallery opened and have kept my expectations. Two other pieces really strike me are Dance of Democracy and Tracing an Ancient Error. Dance is a free-standing installation of discarded chairs piled high without direction or reason rising from an elevated base as if they can fall any moment. Tracing is an illuminated work in oil on canvas. It's creatively done as if a heat map using lurid greens and shocking orange, recreating the effect of a colour photographic negative. Saatchi is a rare place I enjoyed waiting for friends... flicking Saatchi's Art & Music magazine while taking a sun shower on the gallery steps brought the good memories back. The street market just outside reflects the colour of India: gathering food and spreading the joy to visitors. Saatchi has the Guggenheim's space in rectangular shape and the whole gallery is dedicated to one theme (China, Middle East, America are in the past). Membership is free. Signing up allows one some private viewings w/ bubbles, very lovely evening meetings w/ like minded friends :) read more

I passed by this place once, when I took the no. 11 bus from Green Park to somewhere in the SW area and was immediately fascinated by how fancy the exterior looked. Next thing I know it, my flatmate tells me this place is on her bucket list so I self-invited myself and off we went! Before you go, you should be warned that this place houses contemporary art. It's the same as the Tate Modern so you should really have an open-mind when you visit otherwise everything just comes out as weird and bizarre to you. To me, it was really fascinating how the exhibits I see in the gallery were considered art. There was a room in the basement that had a reflective floor, but the closer you look, you realise the floor wasn't reflective but the room was filled with oil and it's the fluid that was reflecting the ceiling. Then you realise that's why there's this turpentine/thinner-like smell in the basement. Badum-tshhh. Anyways, even though I consider 60% of the exhibits to be slightly cuckoo to me, some were actually very thought-provoking and it just forces you to think about what the artist was thinking when they drew/made it even though you don't consider yourself to be of the artsy-fartsy type. (I won't reveal which I found interesting, but if you go now, you will be seeing what I saw then you'd know (; ) Seriously adored this place - it was an awesome place to spend my day. I left the building feeling seriously inspired for no reason, that place just leaves you with an aura that stays with you for a couple of hours, and for that few hours you feel like you can do something that Charles Saatchi would approve. P.S. : If you want to go to this place, but have friends who don't, rest assured there are some awesome chic shopping in the surrounding area so you can keep them occupied somewhere nearby. read more

The usually free Saatchi Gallery is currently home to the ticketed Rolling Stones 'Exhibitionism' - a romp through the history, music and imagery associated with the biggest rock band on the planet. They take you from their humble beginnings in the 60s with a recreation of the one bed flat Mick, Keith and Brian Jones shared in nearby Edith Grove, Chelsea. The reconstruction is complete with cigarettes stubs and booze littering nearly every surface, beds unmade, half eaten plates of grub and even dark mouldy rising damp on the walls that would make 70s sitcom TV landlord Rigsby proud. The exhibition takes you through all the stuff you would expect - the studio process, the instruments, the posters, the art work inspired, the costumes and the amazing tour sets. It's a huge exhibition, and although most Stones fans won't come out knowing anything new, it's a visual spectacular and so much fun to see all this memorabilia in one place. My most enduring memory from my visit is the wait outside the final room of the exhibition. Here you find ourself backstage. It's amazing realistic - you can see costumes on the rails, crew cases and best of all you can hear the Stones outside performing as you wait to join them. Electricity and excitement is in the air. Finally you don your 3D glasses and head 'to the stage' to watch them perform 'I can't get no satisfaction' from 2013. Sure, they are no longer as cool, or sexy as they were back in the day, but they are clearly having a lotta fun and are still one hell of a bunch of performers. Also check out the crazy gift shop at the end - which has some ridiculously pricey gear branded with the lip and tongue logo. Smythson notepads £100, leather record boxes £1000, Monogrammed Saville Rowe suit jackets, Kerching. A stylish grey sweater caught my eye but being over £3k and Pringle, you can't always get what you want....but if you try sometimes you just might find you get what you need. Oooooooh Keef! read more

IT'S FREE! That's really the first thing I check when I wander by a museum. Especially on a relatively sunny day such as the one this past Saturday. In an effort to digest the vast amount of food we ate at the Admiral Cod, Tracy L and I decided to check out the Saatchi Gallery and ingest some culture along with the burgers. Note: If you have a bag you will be directed quickly to the coat check which is on the lower ground floor. This is also free. Downstairs also holds the gift shop and "for sale" gallery. I've gotta say, I don't understand the appeal of a lot of Damien Hirst's work. I mean a grid of dots of different colours doesn't look like artwork worth £30k to me. In fact, I'm pretty sure I got that same design on a roll of wrapping paper for £2.99 at Paperchase. Or maybe I'm just not cultured enough. Anyways, the rest of the gallery was...interesting. My favourite was the large room filled with oil. You stand on the observation area and at first you'd swear that it was just an empty room. It takes a few seconds and a bit of the noxious fumes to make you realise that the surface is so still it mirrors the ceiling perfectly. I had to seriously resist the temptation to toss something onto the liquid just to see the ripples! The rest is a bit hit or miss. There were lots of photographs (and quite a few of them nudes) but nothing really spoke to me. Again, I suppose I know what I like and the abstract or statement art (such as a photo of a girl which has been ripped in half and the two parts tossed on the floor) doesn't do it for me. Overall, I'd not pay it but the oil room was worth a peek in and since it's free it doesn't cost you anything but a bit of your time! read more

Always check out what's on stage in this little gem in Chelsea. Always. They just finished the wonderful Mademoiselle Prive exhibition, celebration of Chanel trademark, and they are preparing another not-to-miss retrospective on Rolling Stones from April to September. But anyway, the place is another jewel in the Chelsea panorama. Perfect organization and inserted in one of the most beuatiful surrounding in London. On saturdays there is a food market outside, so now you have no excuses not to come and take a look at it! read more

Split over three floors, and changing its exhibits about every three months this is easily the best contemporary art gallery I've been to. Definitely a place worth returning to. It is also worth noting that there ample sitting & quiet areas which are excellent for reading if you are visiting on your own. If you are visiting there on a Saturday there is a morning market nearby which is perfect for easing your way into the gallery. Or if you are looking for a place to go after the gallery the mess is next door which does afternoon tea, failing that the cafeteria at the top of Peter Jones has an incredible view. read more

This isn't unique to the Saatchi Gallery, but I love how galleries are not only free admission but also just tucked away in spots that *you would normally be in anyways* throughout the great city of London. I guess what I'm saying is: when you're down around Sloane Square, had some lunch, finished with shopping...you should absolutely pop into the Saatchi Gallery. Something that I particularly love about this Gallery is that it's not tiny, but it is also totally manageable: you don't need to block off a half day to see something new and enjoy. Today I went specifically to check out two exhibits: (1) Spasibo, a photo exhibit full of anthro-political (I just made up that word) commentary on the last few years of life in Chechnya, and; (2) Premonition, an exhibit of Ukrainian art predating the upheaval there this year but hinting at its potential through a lot of mixed media pieces showing angst and discord. So...yep. Went right when it opened, each gallery was empty save for the occasional security and...loved it all. I love the physical space itself; built up vertically (good cardio) and contemporary just like the works displayed within it, the Saatchi Gallery is a prime spot to exhibit. And visit. DO IT. Literally only grumble is that I feel like the one bathroom option (basement) is really small for the potential number of visitors on a busy day. But, whatever...just don't chug water before you go, k? Yelp note: the gallery shop (level 1) is *fantastic*. Great stationary, and cards, and tote bags and books, but also more precious things like painted mirrors, jewellery and special edition prints. They also carry a lot of "School of Life" materials...always a fan. read more

The attractive restoration of the Duke of York's Headquarters in Chelsea provides ample opportunities to enjoy the various exhibitions of the Saatchi Gallery. My wife and I discovered it in August 2014 with the "Pangaea : new art from Africa and Latin America" exhibition. We enjoyed the site, the exhibition, our lunch at the Gallery Mess just after our visit. An exceptional Gallery located in an exceptional building, with free exhibitions! read more

An exceptional gallery. It free admissions! Really enjoyed my visit here. It wasn't packed so I could take my time and appreciate the art. read more

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