16 October 2026 - 11 July 2027
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Travel the world through the lens of the finest wildlife photographers
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Back for another year, with 100 new images to explore
Adult off-peak tickets from £17
Central Building, South Kensington
Step away from the everyday and immerse yourself in the natural world.
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is an internationally acclaimed exhibition, celebrating the very best in nature photography.
Journey from polar landscapes to tropical rainforests, vast oceans to remote deserts, through 100 extraordinary images that have come out on top in this year’s competition. Thoughtfully displayed in a calm, contemplative setting, the exhibition invites you to slow down, look closer and experience nature’s most remarkable stories.
Beyond their breathtaking artistry, these award-winning photographs offer powerful insights into the environmental challenges facing our planet today. They shine a light on the people, places and species that need our attention the most.
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.
Our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is supported by
A new year, a new set of photographs, a new perspective on our extraordinary planet!
The world's most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition returns. Discover 100 remarkable new images capturing unforgettable moments from every corner of the natural world. From dramatic encounters to quiet wonders, each photograph offers a new journey, a new story and a new reason to be amazed.
Settle into the exhibition’s peaceful atmosphere, explore the latest conservation stories behind the images and experience nature through the eyes of this year’s winning photographers.
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.
Our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is supported by
Ticket prices
Peak ticket prices
Weekends during school holidays.
Adult (18 years+): £21
Child (4–17 years): £10.50
Child (0–3 years): Free
Jobseeker: £16.80
Student: £16.80
Disabled adult (18 years+): £16.80
Disabled child (4–17 years): £8.40
Disabled child (0–3 years): Free
Disabled person’s companion: Free
Art Fund adult (16 years+): £10.50
Art Fund child (4–15 years): £5.25
Standard ticket prices
Weekdays during school holidays, or Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday during term time.
Adult (18 years+): £19
Child (4–17 years): £9.50
Child (0–3 years): Free
Jobseeker: £15.20
Student: £15.20
Disabled adult (18 years+): £15.20
Disabled child (4–17 years): £7.60
Disabled child (0–3 years): Free
Disabled person’s companion: Free
Art Fund adult (16 years+): £9.50
Art Fund child (4–15 years): £4.75
Off-peak ticket prices
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during term time.
Adult (18 years+): £17
Child (4–17 years): £8.50
Child (0–3 years): Free
Jobseeker: £13.60
Student: £13.60
Disabled adult (18 years+): £13.60
Disabled child (4–17 years): £6.80
Disabled child (0–3 years): Free
Disabled person’s companion: Free
Art Fund adult (16 years+): £8.50
Art Fund child (4–15 years): £4.25
Booking information
Tickets include Museum entry after you’ve visited the exhibition.
Advanced booking is strongly advised.
Please ensure you book the correct date as your ticket cannot be refunded or exchanged.
Members, Patrons and corporate supporters do not need to book and will have priority access.
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.
Accessibility
We aim to provide the widest possible access to Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
This includes:
- step-free access
- seating
- a large print guide
- a visual guide to help you prepare for your visit
- relaxed exhibition viewings
- an online gallery of images from the current and previous exhibitions
- audio descriptions of a selection of images from the exhibition
For more information on accessibility at the Museum, visit Access at South Kensington.
Make the most of your visit
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
The sixty-second exhibition will open at the Museum in October 2026.
Sign up to be among the first to find out when tickets go on sale in August.
Our Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is supported by
Image credits: Icy Window © Auden Rikardsen, Split Second Escape © Jens Cullmann
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