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CHQ Highlights Tour

Discover Chelsea’s history at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour through the Chelsea Heritage Quarter. Starting at Sloane Square, the route follows Royal Hospital Road and takes in some of the area’s most important historic sites, including the Royal Hospital Chelsea, the National Army Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden. The route is a short walk packed with centuries of history, architecture and stories connected to the people and places that have shaped Chelsea.

Architecture and Design

Peel back the layers of history surrounding Chelsea’s trend-setting architectural and design treasures, from the first ‘new town’ to intriguing details and award-winning contemporary structures.

Heritage in Chelsea

Explore Chelsea’s historic landmarks, from Sloane Square to the Chelsea Heritage Quarter. Discover the former homes of renowned authors and learn how royalty, the Swinging Sixties, art and war have all shaped the area.

Follow the Chelsea Heritage Quarter Family Trail this Half Term

Three remarkable places, one family adventure. Follow the trail between the Royal Hospital Chelsea, the National Army Museum and Chelsea Physic Garden.

Take a closer look at Chelsea with our family trail. Spot shapes, notice details and discover the history that connects our three neighbouring venues. Start at any of the venues and make your way from one to the next, exploring at your own pace, and collect stickers of each of your achievements!

Whether you’re curious about buildings, fascinated by history or keen to explore the Garden, there’s plenty to discover together.

A lovely way to spend time as a family this half-term, or whenever you visit.