London’s cultural scene is bursting with creativity this February, offering a rich mix of exhibitions that celebrate art, history, fashion, and photography. Whether you’re a fan of classic masterpieces, cutting-edge design, or thought-provoking photography, there’s something for everyone.

Here’s our guide to the top exhibitions.

1. Brasil! Brasil! The Birth of Modernism

📍 Royal Academy of Arts, Piccadilly
Until 21 April 2025

Step into the vibrant world of Brazilian modernism at this electrifying exhibition. Featuring bold and dynamic works that redefined the country’s artistic landscape in the early 20th century, the show explores how Brazil’s modernists drew inspiration from indigenous, African, and European influences to forge a new cultural identity. A must-see for art lovers looking for a fresh perspective on global modernism.

🎟️ Tickets: From £23.50
🔗 Discover more: Royal Academy of Arts

2. The World of Tim Burton

📍 Design Museum, Kensington
Until 21 April 2025

A rare insight into the mind of one of cinema’s most visionary filmmakers, this immersive exhibition showcases over 500 original sketches, sculptures, and photographs from Tim Burton’s personal archive. Fans of his gothic aesthetic and whimsical storytelling will be enchanted by the behind-the-scenes look at his creative process.

🎟️ Tickets: From £19.69
🔗 Discover more: Design Museum

3. Versailles: Science and Splendour

📍 Science Museum, South Kensington
Until 21 April 2025

Think Versailles was all about decadence and excess? Think again. This exhibition reveals the palace’s lesser-known role as a centre for scientific discovery, featuring objects such as Marie Antoinette’s elaborate pocket watch and artefacts from the first-ever hot air balloon flight. A fascinating dive into the intersection of knowledge and power.

🎟️ Tickets: From £12
🔗 Discover more: Science Museum

4. Outlaws: Fashion Renegades of 80s London

📍 Fashion and Textile Museum, Bermondsey
Until 9 March 2025

Revisit the daring and rebellious fashion of the 1980s, where style was as much about attitude as it was about clothing. Featuring pieces worn by icons like Leigh Bowery and Boy George, this exhibition explores how underground club culture shaped the era’s bold aesthetic.

🎟️ Tickets: From £12.65
🔗 Discover more: Fashion and Textile Museum

5. Picasso: Printmaker

📍 British Museum, Bloomsbury
Until 30 March 2025

A rare chance to explore Picasso’s mastery of printmaking, this exhibition spans his entire career, from early 1900s experiments to his energetic creations at the age of 86. Each piece provides a glimpse into his evolving artistic practice and personal life, making it an essential visit for admirers of the legendary artist.

🎟️ Tickets: From £11
🔗 Discover more: British Museum

6. Abi Morocco Photos: Spirit of Lagos

📍 Shoreditch
Until 22 March 2025

Step back into 1970s Lagos through the lens of Abi Morocco Photos, a duo that captured the city’s vibrancy during a time of economic and cultural transformation. Their stunning black-and-white photographs document daily life and the effortless cool of Lagosians in an era of prosperity.

🎟️ Tickets: Check website for details
🔗 Discover more: Abi Morocco Photos Exhibition

7. Rotimi Fani-Kayode: The Studio – Staging Desire

📍 Shoreditch
Until 22 March 2025

This evocative exhibition celebrates the work of Nigerian-born photographer Rotimi Fani-Kayode, who used his studio as a space to explore identity, desire, and cultural heritage. His striking images merge Yoruba traditions with themes of queerness and personal freedom, creating a powerful visual dialogue.

🎟️ Tickets: Check website for details
🔗 Discover more: Autograph Gallery

8. Flowers: Flora in Contemporary Art & Culture

📍 Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea
From 12 February 2025

A mesmerising celebration of flowers in contemporary art, featuring 500 artworks and objects that examine nature’s influence on fashion, science, and culture. With an awe-inspiring floral installation by Rebecca Louise Law, this exhibition is a feast for the senses.

🎟️ Tickets: From £20
🔗 Discover more: Saatchi Gallery

9. Astronomy Photographer of the Year

📍 National Maritime Museum, Greenwich
Until Summer 2025

For those who love the mysteries of the cosmos, this free exhibition showcases breathtaking images of space, capturing celestial wonders from around the globe. It’s a dazzling display of photography that transports you beyond our world.

🎟️ Tickets: Free entry
🔗 Discover more: National Maritime Museum

10. Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights

📍 Wellcome Collection, Euston
Until 27 April 2025

An eye-opening exploration of labour and exploitation through history, this exhibition delves into the impact of work on the human body and mind. Through powerful contemporary art and archival materials, it sheds light on struggles for workers’ rights and the resilience of those fighting for change.

🎟️ Tickets: Free entry
🔗 Discover more: Wellcome Collection

With so many outstanding exhibitions on offer, February 2025 is the perfect time to explore London’s thriving arts and culture scene. Whether you’re fascinated by history, drawn to contemporary photography, or enchanted by the world of fashion, there’s an experience waiting for you. Which one will you visit first?