KENSINGTON HIGH STREET | LONDON W8 6NA

Leighton House to Il Portico directions

020 7602 6262 | 277 Kensington W8 6NA | 10-12 minute walk

Leighton House, one of London’s hidden artistic gems, is buzzing with creative energy this July. From hands-on workshops to intimate curator-led tours, there’s something for every art lover, history buff, or curious explorer. With so much going on, why not make your visit even more enjoyable with a meal at Il Portico? Just a short walk away, our cozy family run Italian restaurant is an ideal spot to relax before or after your event. Il Portico offers the kind of timeless charm that beautifully complements an afternoon at Leighton House.

Useful links: https://www.rbkc.gov.uk/museums/leighton-house

Walking Directions from Leighton House to Il Portico:

  1. Exit Leighton House onto Holland Park Road, facing east.

  2. Walk east along Holland Park Road for about 350 m, passing the charming Victorian studio-houses along the way.

  3. Continue onto Holland Walk, keeping right as the road veers slightly southeast into Holland Park itself.

  4. Within the park, follow the main path directly east toward the Kensington High Street exit (close to the Design Museum).

  5. Exit through Holland Park Gate onto Kensington High Street (A315).

  6. Turn left and walk east along Kensington High Street for approximately 400 m. You’ll pass landmarks like the Design Museum on your left—La Palombe is just ahead.
  7. Arrive at 277 Kensington High Street—you’ve reached Il Portico.

Upcoming Events at Leighton House

Beginners Arabic Calligraphy
Life Drawing with 2B Or Not 2B Collective
Drink and Draw: Athlete Wrestling with a Python
Curator Tour: Recovering Leighton House
Family Fun Workshop – Pasta Chandeliers
Artists’ Houses Free Walking Tours
Exhibition Walk & Talk – “Victorian Treasures”
Guided Tour with LALG (Letchworth Arts & Leisure Group)
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277 Kensington High Street
London W8 6NA