If you’re looking for a different kind of day out, that invokes deep thinking, and creative imagination and is unique and educational at the same time? We think seeing art ticks all those boxes, so we’ve rounded up some of the best ‘art galleries near me‘, so you can plan your next day out!
Art Galleries in Scotland
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow
With a mixture of temporary exhibitions and a permanent collection, there is always something new to discover here.
Argyle Street,
Glasgow,
G3 8AG
Monday to Thursday and Saturday 10:00 - 17:00
Friday and Sunday 11:00 - 17:00
Free
Dundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee
You can wander around listening to audio guides as you take in the artwork in the gallery. With annual exhibitions throughout the year, across their two galleries, you’ll find artwork from various stages of an artist’s career. Whether they’re new and upcoming or already established.
With unique and contemporary art galleries with the weird and wonderful. You’ll find art collections that will leave a mark on your mind.
152 Nethergate
Dundee
DD1 4DY
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 00:00
Free
Art Galleries in England
Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Yorkshire
Discover an amazing collection of outdoor art. From the Circle of Animal Heads, an art piece of the Zodiac animals to works of art inspired by experiences dating back to WWII.
With 500 acres of historic parkland, you’ll find more than 80 sculptures frozen in the open air. These modern and contemporary pieces of art have evolved since the park opened over 37 years ago.
West Bretton,
Wakefield,
West Yorkshire,
WF4 4LG
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Free
Baltic Art Gallery, Newcastle
You’ll find exclusive products of art here, discover them all across the 6 floors at Baltic. See some of the coolest galleries and exhibitions here and they also have a sensory room! Where your kids have a quiet space to explore with sensory toys, projections and lights. From fibre optics, bubble tubes, a light table and light-up orbs! There’s plenty here for your kids to enjoy.
S Shore Rd,
Gateshead,
NE8 3BA
Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
Free
The Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester
With ever-changing exhibitions, you’ll find permanent artwork depicting loss, memory and physical presence in both nature and architecture. Real interesting and thought-provoking for those who are into their art!
The Whitworth,
The University of Manchester,
Oxford Road,
Manchester
M15 6ER
Monday Closed
Tuesday to Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 10:00 - 21:00
Friday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Free
Saatchi Gallery, London
From artwork presented by Bulgari to artwork showing the wonders of nature using found materials. As you wander through the gallery, you’ll be left in deep thought as you take in all that surrounds you.
Duke of York's HQ,
King's Rd,
London,
SW3 4RY
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 18:00
Sainsbury Centre, Norwich
Focusing on helping art come to life, the centre encourages you to question, create, play and tell stories! Through free creative programmes, your kids can learn new skills, meet artists and join the network of collaborators!
University of East Anglia,
Norfolk Road,
Norwich,
NR4 7TJ
Monday Closed
Tuesday to Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Some exhibitions are free but require pre-booking. Others you might have to pay for.
Arnolfini, Bristol
You’ll find adult creative well-being workshops, where you can channel your creative well-being into practice through art in a relaxed and friendly environment. As well as a women’s craft club, an exhibition of a journey through the mind, and so much more! The world is your oyster here.
16 Narrow Quay,
Bristol,
BS1 4QA
Monday Closed
Tuesday to Sunday 11:00 - 18:00
Free but need to pre-book
Art Galleries in Wales
Oriel Mostyn Gallery, Llandudno
With no permanent art collection exhibitions, you’ll learn that the art showcased here is inspired by a seasonal programme. Welcoming not only Welsh artists but artists globally.
Whether you’re here to browse the art gallery, take part in creative activities or are looking for art-inspired gifts – Mostyn is a fab art gallery to visit!
12 Vaughan Street,
Llandudno,
LL30 1AB
Tuesday to Saturday 10:30 - 16:00
Free
Glynn Vivian, Swansea
With exhibitions bringing together painting, sculpting, photography and film together to explore all sorts of themes. Glynn Vivian art gallery believes that art and creativity are of utmost importance and beneficial to help shape the future and places everyone lives in.
From workshops, audio and guided tours, talks and activities that are held throughout the year!
You’ll also find an exhibition on His Dark Materials, for those who are Philip Pullman fans…
Alexandra Rd,
Swansea,
SA1 5DZ
Monday Closed
Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 - 17:00
Free
Art Galleries in Northern Ireland
Gallery One, County Tyrone
From artwork displays of figurative, colourful, urban and townscapes collectable art. In all sorts of varieties like oils, acrylic, watercolour and textile!
1 Brewery Lane
Cookstown Co.Tyrone
Northern Ireland
BT80 8LL
Monday to Saturday 10:00 - 18:00
Free
Eakin Gallery, Belfast
As well as wandering around the gallery browsing the artwork, you can also purchase some too!
237 Lisburn Rd,
Belfast,
BT9 7EN
Monday to Friday 10:00 - 16:00
Saturday and Sunday Closed
Are you ready to explore things all creative and insightful? You’ll find that and more at any of these ‘art galleries near me’ – it’s time to head on out with the family, friends or even by yourself!
Looking for more creative things to do? Why not visit some free museums, take the kids and visit some children’s museums, or bring the arts & crafts home! Have a browse at these toddler crafts, make autumn suncatchers, or go pottery painting!
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