Laing Art Gallery

Nice gifts hop and lovely atmosphere on the inside. Each exhibit also a small information plack beside it. Just taken away one star as cafe a bit pricey but that's the norm these days. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait … More

Larry Mcguirk

6 months ago

Great small gallery with lots to see, some very well known pictures, and a nice cafe. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

YK58 VFY

6 months ago

A well appointed gallery with a great mix of art from pre Raphaelite to modern. One gallery has different forms of art mixed together forming a very interesting mash up of styles which works very well. Currently there is an exhibition of photography from the National Portrait Gallery which is well worth the visit alone. Also some glass and ceramics.

Glyn Chaplin

6 months ago

Have been taking my granddaughter to The Little Artists Session for the past year. It's on every Monday morning, and Steph, the lady who runs the session is amazing as she has to think of different subjects every week! It starts off with a song to introduce your child to the others, followed by a trip around the gallery, then the children get to produce their own artwork, and there's a story to end. Places are limited, with a maximum of 15 children, so booking is a must! I can only go on my experience, but we love it! If you're looking for somewhere different, to take the kids, give it a go! Ticket price is £6.47 per child for an hour.

e r

6 months ago

If you want to see some oil paintings in Newcastle, this gallery is your best choice. They have two free floors and all the artwork they have is something they usually don’t change but they are not too bad. They have one room on the top floor that has seasonal art exhibits but I heard they are not worth 7 pounds. I think it depends on the exhibition. The art shop is lovely but again their products are mostly generic, but some of the art books are very cool.

Etheria H

6 months ago

I visited the Gallery as part of the gala opening evening event of the annual conference of the British museum association 2023.I should have and probably will spend there more time. It's certainly worth that investment.What I mainly learned is the very basic concept of art and genres of the "North East." Honestly, I didn't have any idea such a thing exists! Why would I?!Also, it's a very rich and generous gallery, and it's free and in an impressive building in the city center.Enjoy!!

Chaim Noy

6 months ago

A lovely gallery to visit with great history of the shipyard area through an exhibition of black and white photography by Chris Killip.We also visited another 2 galleries of paintings which spanned several styles including artists from the Newlyn School.The gallery is close to the Library and free to visit; contributions welcome.My favourite was probably the work by Bloch on the first floor landing.There is a lovely gift shop and also a cafe.The staff were lovely and very helpful.

Anne Stagg Hypnotherapy

6 months ago

The Laing has a great cafe on the ground floor. There's a lift or walk up a few stairs from the entrance.Sitting in a cafe with beautiful artwork, China & a marble statue is special.Entry to the museum is free with a charge for special displays.

Gillian Wright

6 months ago

Nice cafe serving nice coffee plus a enjoyed the pictures and sculptures around the fine building. Recommended for a couple of hours diversion as the standard galleries are enjoyable to view. There is always a paid for touring exhibition to visit. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Linda Rowson

6 months ago

Wonderful art collection and a good temporary exhibition. Good focus on past and present local talent and history. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Carol Bowman

6 months ago

Thoroughly enjoyable. Good cafe. Interesting exhibits Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Barbara Daft

6 months ago

Went mainly to see pre- raphaelite exhibition. Need to go back as we went in too late to have a really good meander among the beautiful paintings. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Emma Cameron

6 months ago

Great exhibition and lovely restaurant

Janet Jackson

6 months ago

The gallery featured paintings created using various mediums (such as watercolour and oil). The paintings also provided an informative depiction of Newcastle through a historical perspective. The staff were also really friendly. I enjoyed my experience and would happily go again! Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait … More

Agnieszka Chrapek

6 months ago

Worth visiting. Loads of painings and a lovely cafe. Visited on Weekday Wait time 1 hr+ Reservation recommended No … More

Mimi D

6 months ago

Essence of Nature exhibition is excellent: a really great collection of artworks from various sources. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Alison Davies

6 months ago

Fascinating. Small but tye exhibitions are top class. Great visit, highly recommended.

Chris Owen

7 months ago

Worth a visit Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait … More

Μάριος Ρέμπας

4 months ago

Charming collection of art from many periods but mostly the 19th and 20th centuries. Displayed well and some displays are extremely innovative and show off the painting well. Some exhibitions are charged for. Not sure how much they charge or if the charges are good value. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

wrichard11

4 months ago

Great free gallery. Mainly Victorian with an emphasis on the local area. Cafe is excellent - both food and decor. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Richard Ellingworth

4 months ago

Lovely building, nice layout. Went to view watercolour paintings well worth a visit. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Margaret Smith

5 months ago

A lovely gallery showing everything from beautiful historical landscapes painted in classical styles, to absolute modern cr@p, saying that there's very little in the way of modern art. Overall, I give it the highest art gallery award of 3 thumbs up. Definitely go. It's free, but please make a donation ???????????? Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Richard A Wright

5 months ago

This gallery is perhaps on the small side for a city the size of Newcastle. However, it contains a well-chosen variety of works across different styles and eras. It is certainly well worth a visit, and there is a pretty good café for a welcome break. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Ann McNair

5 months ago

Nice place to view lovely art . Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

John Smith

5 months ago

Always has changing and interesting displays. Only downside is card only in the cafe. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait … More

Alma O Connor

5 months ago

Mostly free with pay to see limited art displays, a great place to spend a couple of hour when the shopping in Newcastle gets too much. There is also quite a nice coffee shop that's reasonable priced. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Neil G (Tank)

5 months ago

Excellent gallery with friendly helpful staff. Highly recommend a visit. Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Dawn

1 months ago

Loved the watercolour paintings the most. Cafe gets a good mention too. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Janet Sharp

1 months ago

Great gallery, shop and café Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Barbara Hunt

1 months ago

The Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne is a fantastic place to visit! With its impressive collection of art and sculpture, including works by renowned artists like T.M. Richardson, J.W. Carmichael, and William Bell Scott, there's something for everyone. I particularly enjoyed the "Newcastle in Watercolours" exhibition, which featured beautiful paintings of local landscapes. The gallery also has a lovely café and shop, making it a perfect spot for an afternoon outing. Overall, I highly recommend a visit to the Laing Art Gallery for art lovers of all ages! ????

Roger Boyle

1 months ago

This is a great gallery in the centre of town. Lovely. BUT why is it closed on a Sunday? Madness - visitors to the region and families wanting days out - Sunday is the day for an art gallery surely! Visited on Weekday Wait time 30–60 min Reservation recommended No … More

Louise Sweeney

2 months ago

So glad I visited this gallery when I did. I looove their collection of oil paintings and found a few of my faves as well! Totally recommend!

Bei Bee

2 months ago

This place is so much better now. Yvonde exhibition is wonderful, I’d never heard of her. Also the photos of Wallsend streets and Ships from the seventies is excellent. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Raymond Stephenson

2 months ago

Some interesting sculptures and an interesting way of displaying some of the paintings. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Kathy Taylor

2 months ago

you should not miss it if you are into art.

Peng

2 months ago

Excellent facilities and coffee lounge

Guy Scudamore

2 months ago

Great gallery. A lovely collection

Alistair Fordom

2 months ago

Excellent gallery featuring a well curated selection of North East art from all periods. Don't miss the separate watercolours rooms which are on the upper floor via a different staircase than the one you take to get to the temporary exhibitions.Good cafe for a drink and a rest. Shop selling local artisan items and books is worth a visit also.

Ian Ward

2 months ago

It was a nice experience without paying a single penny. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

ATHIRA VC

2 months ago

Friendly and welcoming space, variety of art to enjoy. Excellent shop for cards too! Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

S H

2 months ago

Beautiful art gallery with excellent gift shop and café. Great permanent exhibition (free), much of which illuminates local history, and frequent world class visiting exhibits. Very accessible and close to public transport links. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Alison Tate

2 months ago

Museum with a wonderful free cafe

Rabia AKAN

3 months ago

Lovely art gallery, with art dating back to different centuries and decades. It wasn't crowded every time I've been there and it is free. There is a cute store with beautiful items too! Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Cemile Balkas

3 months ago

Nice enough gallery, but I find it a bit hit and miss depending on what is being shown there. I'm probably more of a Biscuit Factory girl. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Michaela

3 months ago