11 October 2024 to 29 June 2025
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Adult off-peak tickets from £15.50, peak tickets from £18
East Pavilion Gallery, South Kensington, London
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is back for its sixtieth year.
Experience the wonder of life on Earth through 100 extraordinary photographs of the natural world.
They’ll take you on a visual adventure through different environments and give you a window into the wildlife that calls them home.
Each photograph tells a powerful story of survival, fragility and the delicate balance of life.
Plus, this year you can take a step back in time and explore the history of the exhibition.
It’s one of the longest running and most prestigious wildlife photography competitions in the world.
The exhibition is a reminder of the incredible diversity and beauty of the natural world.
See the natural world through a new lens and discover what we can do together to protect it.
Members get free entry
Immerse yourself in breathtaking photography and discover the fascinating stories behind the photos with exclusive events and member-only viewing hours.
See the world through a new lens.
Experience the wonder of life on Earth through the world’s best wildlife photography.
Our photography exhibition is back for its sixtieth year to reveal more of nature’s stories.
It’ll take you on a visual adventure through different environments and give you a window into the wildlife that calls them home.
- see first-hand how our activities, both good and bad, are shaping the natural world
- explore breathtaking images, from majestic predators on the hunt to stunning compositions
- witness powerful stories of survival, fragility and the delicate balance of life
Every photograph is a reminder of the wonder of the natural world.
Alongside the stunning photography, you’ll discover through soundscapes, films and expert insights, the diversity and beauty of life on Earth and what we can do together to protect it.
Members get free entry
Immerse yourself in breathtaking photography and discover the fascinating stories behind the photos with exclusive events and member-only viewing hours.
Ticket prices and visiting information
Peak ticket prices
Weekends, school holidays and bank holidays.
Adult (17–59): £18
Child (4–16): £10.95
Family (1 adult, 2 children): £31.50
Family (1 adult, 3 children): £40.25
Family (2 adults, 1 child): £37.50
Family (2 adults, 2 children): £46
Family (2 adult, 3 children): £54.95
Senior 60+: £14.50
Jobseeker: £14.50
Student: £14.50
Disabled adult: £14.50
Disabled child: £8.50
Art Fund adult (16–59): £9
Art Fund child: £5.50
Art Fund concession: £7.25
Off-peak ticket prices
Monday to Friday, excluding school holidays and bank holidays.
Adult (17–59): £15.50
Child (4–16): £9.25
Family (1 adult, 2 children): £27.25
Family (1 adult, 3 children): £34.50
Family (2 adults, 1 child): £32.25
Family (2 adults, 2 children): £39.50
Family (2 adults, 3 children): £47
Senior 60+: £12.50
Jobseeker: £12.50
Student: £7.75
Disabled adult: £12.50
Disabled child: £7.50
Art Fund adult (16–59): £7.95
Art Fund child: £4.50
Art Fund concession: £6.25
Accessibility
We aim to provide the widest possible access to Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
For more information, visit Access at South Kensington.
You can also listen to audio guides for a selection of images from the exhibition.
Booking information
Members, Patrons and Corporate Supporters do not need to book and will have priority access.
Advanced booking is strongly advised. Tickets include Museum entry after you’ve visited the exhibition.
Please ensure you book the correct date as your ticket cannot be refunded or exchanged.
Reciprocal free admission into our temporary exhibitions for partner organisations, Museums Association and NMDC members is available Monday to Friday. Admission is first come, first served when spaces are available. You may need to wait during busy times.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year guided tour
Join our hosts for a special tour of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition and discover the stories and details that didn't make it into the captions.
09.00–09.45, various dates available
Accessible morning visits to Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Disabled visitors can see the newest edition of Wildlife Photographer of the Year away from daytime crowds.
10.00–11.00, alternating Wednesdays and Saturdays
Activity trail for you to download and print
Our printable activity trail will help you explore and learn from the images in the exhibitions.
It has activities to fill in, writing prompts and facts about the species featured in the exhibition.
Can’t make it to London?
There are other ways to learn the surprising – and often challenging – stories behind the photos. Explore the archive of images online or visit the exhibition on its tour around the world.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
The sixtieth exhibition will open at the Museum in October 2024.
Sign up to be among the first to find out when tickets go on sale in August.
See the photos online
Dive into the Wildlife Photographer of the Year archive and watch behind-the-scenes videos with winning photographers.
See the exhibition on tour
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is currently touring the UK and internationally.
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