Manchester Art Gallery

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David Cooke

7 months ago

Interesting gallery in the city centre with some surprising, world-class pieces of art on display. Lovely gift shop with some great jewellery for sale and other items. Spent about two hours here. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Catrina Gilliam

7 months ago

Free, and a nice place, with a somewhat mixed exhibition. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Per Larsen

7 months ago

Small, but interesting. Good to see some Lowry's in the flesh so to speak

Sonia Fletcher

7 months ago

Super selection of art. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait … More

Stephen Hobbs

7 months ago

Beautiful art pieces, we had a great time. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

anwar jarrar

7 months ago

I had a wonderful experience at the Manchester Art Gallery! This place is a true treasure trove of art, featuring a diverse and captivating collection spanning different eras and artistic styles. The exhibitions are thoughtfully curated, offering a delightful journey through the world of art. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, adding to the overall enriching experience. The architecture of the gallery is stunning, blending history and contemporary design seamlessly. It's a cultural gem in the heart of Manchester that's not to be missed. Whether you're an art enthusiast or just looking for an inspiring outing, the Manchester Art Gallery is a must-visit destination!

jukejmen uk

7 months ago

Had food in the restaurant/cafe Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

David Marshall

7 months ago

Interesting mix of classical and contemporary pieces to consider. A good couple of hours spent here. Well worth visiting for the collection in general rather than any specific items. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Dave Harris

7 months ago

Went for a baby group, the team are so lovely and accommodating. My little boy enjoyed the sensory materials that were available to explore. There is ramp access on the left hand side of the building & baby change facilities Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Abby Samuels

7 months ago

dont understand modern art why can i paint shape? i dont know i just like burger king

Jam Mo

7 months ago

Fantastic feast for your eyes and senses Visited on Weekday Wait time 30–60 min Reservation recommended No … More

Helen Troup

7 months ago

Small but still attractive

Kim Hay Ng (Hayden)

7 months ago

The Manchester Art Gallery is a fantastic museum with a wide range of art to see. It is free to enter, which is a great bonus, and the staff are always friendly and helpful. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Elsa Jiji

7 months ago

Hidden gem

Alan STORR

7 months ago

Great trip to the art gallery. Had a tour lead by John Ward who passed on some really interesting stories and information about some of the key works of art. Thoroughly recommended Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Chris Horth

6 months ago

Fabulous gallery plenty of seats too to rest and absorb the atmosphere. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Sue Cumming

6 months ago

The paintings are always impressive, they are a masterpiece, you can’t take your eyes off them.

Tatiana Tatiana

6 months ago

I've been here with friends, family and on a date. Obviously, you need to enjoy art or be open-minded to visit a gallery. Once inside Manchester Art Gallery, you will definitely find something for yourself! From classic sculptures and painting to modern pieces, ceramics, or seasonal exhibitions about music, people, clothing, etc. For a date, it's quiet enough for you not to be distracted by loud cafes and people nearby, but in busy periods there might be too many people standing next to you to ask if your date is a tory or a normal human being. When visiting with friends or families, the pressure is off, and your cousin can dig the New Order or Balenciaga exhibits!

Dawid Gadzinski

6 months ago

It's worth being there, lots of interesting exhibits. Particularly interesting is the production of fashion creators. It's hard to leave. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

akademia em

6 months ago

Lots to see and there's a great fashion exhibition on at the moment Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

claire sumner

6 months ago

First time going to an Art Gallery and I loved it, learned a lot and saw some amazing pictures.

Omard Gardiner

6 months ago

It's free to get in, but I wasn't sure where I could or couldn't go, if I am honest it was a little bit intimidating

Lee Bolton

6 months ago

Well thought-out museum highlighting Manchester history Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Simply Experimenting

6 months ago

Not a huge exposition, but very different approach to connecting people with art. Great experience, and it's free! Visited on Weekday Wait time 1 hr+ Reservation recommended No … More

Paweł Walerowicz

6 months ago

Some of the paintings in the main hall have been removed but otherwise is a great gallery to visit

Alex Elliott

6 months ago

A member of your staff, Alia, I believe, made a jaded old Manc so very happy today and I would like to highlight what a credit they are to your institution, your management and (most importantly to my mind) what our city is about. A visitor to town posted on Reddit that they were here for work but had become unwell with a migraine.Having checked-out of their hotel & rightly being 'sent home' by their colleagues, the visitor enquired on the r/Manchester sub-reddit of any suggested locations to pass the waiting time for their train whilst suffering the symptoms of migraine.Alia responded with a post of such compassion and assistance that I am moved to write this review.I will be 'phoning the gallery tomorrow to commend this ladies actions in person also

Dan Shields

6 months ago

A wide range of art, well connected to Manchester and its history. Some spaces for kids to engage with art, although it has been better in previous years. Fabulous volunteer staff, friendly, and welcoming. A nice break from a busy city Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Binyamin Rose

6 months ago

Got a few nice pix but always luv museums Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Raymond Smith

6 months ago

Excellent collection that's thoughtfully picked out, and the guided tour was great - very informative and asked for a fair amount of audience interpretation. Great experience. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait … More

William Rowe

6 months ago

A minimal collection but well worth exploring. Excellent gift shop.

Louise Heidi Ross

6 months ago

Plenty to see and do and all for free, (As all museums should be) they even had a special Golden mummies of Egypt display that you had to book a time for, but at no extra cost. Well presented displays and friendly staff, a pleasure to look around, Naturally, being Manchester you have to navigate the odd student in a drugged up haze staggering the halls like a zombie, but that's just part of the charm of a City museum. Good location, and I even found free parking on a nearby street.

Andrew Kelly

6 months ago

This is a superb free venue right in the centre of Manchester. Whether you want to spend a whole afternoon or just have a stroll during your lunch break, this place will regenerate your soul, tickle your curiosity, and restore your confidence in the ability of the human race to create beauty. Inside the museum, created inside the brilliant Greek revival building designed by Charles Barry for the Royal Manchester Institution ( a marvel in its own right), you can find it all: from Corinthian oinochoes and Attic craters down to cutting edge pieces of design and fashion, through art collections built in the 18th and 19th century. The display is cleverly arranged to spark questions and engage the visitor, and the staff is extremely helpful, passionate, and knowledgeable (I'm looking at you, Patrick!). Just get in, folks; you really have nothing to lose.

Mario Trabucco della Torretta

6 months ago

Not been to the gallery for some time but well worth a visit. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Neil Clayton

6 months ago

Always a pleasure to see the masterpieces and there's usually a new art display in the upper gallery. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Robert Aldred

4 months ago

Great collections and Gallery for everyone Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Alexandros Andronis

4 months ago

Really nice place located in the city centre. Its a big space with a lot of art and a great variety of artists pictures Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Antonio Caballero

4 months ago

Some impressive works Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Angela Diaz Viagas

4 months ago

First time visiting an art gallery. Friendly staff, and a really relaxing experience. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Callum Jones

4 months ago

View @ Manchester Art Gallery..With about 25,000 objects in its collection since 1827, the artwork in this museum spans paintings, sculptures, miniatures, drawings, photographs, furniture, glass, and fashion..Featured works include those by artists such as Laurence Stephen Lowry, Thomas Gainsborough, and Joshua Reynolds..As the building undergoes renewal, thoughts on how art evolves are being explored. Very impressed with the collection, worth visiting.

Ivan Teh

4 months ago

Magnificent Visited on Weekday … More

Carmen Florio

4 months ago

Well worth a visit. Enjoyed our 2 hours wandering around the gallery.

Jackie Mason

4 months ago

It was a wonderful experience. No entry ticket and no lines. The art work is marvellous. Must visit place in Manchester for art lovers. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait … More

syed ali

4 months ago

Wonderful and best of all, you don't have to pay to enter. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Neusete Costa

4 months ago

Fabulous visit. Highly recommended.

Rod Barlow

4 months ago

Amazing place. Fantastic exposition. Fashion exhibits are extra ordinary. Most famous designers dresses. 17thc century Dutch painters exposition, modern design art, quiet rooms to watch great paint. All in one place. Coffee shop. Toilets. Everything here blended with great history and modern art. Wonderful gallery.

Andrew

4 months ago

Loved the Pre-Raphaelite room especially Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Gerry Johnson

4 months ago

Wonderful place. Amazing exhibition of designers and fashion. Beautiful exposition of Netherlands paint work. All blended with modern engineering and historic building. This is Art. All free access. Coffee shop on the ground floor,gift shop,and toilets. Highly recommended for individuals and families. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Andrzej S

4 months ago

Interesting gallery to visit. Though it’s not the most impressive in the Uk. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Toma Stoyanov

4 months ago

The museum does contains diverse interesting exhibitions. Free entry. I visited in late day in weekend, it was not too crowded. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait … More

Shyl

2 months ago

Enjoyed the collection of art and good variety of cultural but also local art. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Lydia

2 months ago

Interesting building, curious bit of history. Very helpful and knowledgable staff. Greeted on the way in and given a good overview. Bizarre curation that needs a bit of TLC. But always grateful having free art galleries ✨ Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

LiziiBear

2 months ago

Excellent place for a family day out, friendly, informed staff and a wide variety of exhibits to suit everyone.Very enjoyable, the whole family had a great time.The cafe serves great food.Highly recommended

Greg Davis

2 months ago

Large art gallery with very interesting displays. The cafe is also well worth a visit. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

J Amner

2 months ago

Worth a visit, some beautiful art and cabinets Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Pappa G

2 months ago

Large museum with lots to see, must visit if in the area. It's all free. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Feed the Lion

2 months ago

I’ve always loved this gallery. The exhibitions and art on display are so varied with modern art and sculptures and older permanent pieces that I recognise each visit. The staff are always friendly and best of all it’s FREE! Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Heather M

2 months ago

Lovely art gallery

T X

2 months ago

Well-displayed variety of varied arts. The gallery appeared spacious giving visitors ample opportunity to get a clear view of the exhibits. Unfortunately, I only had an hour to spare whereas much more time would be required to do justice. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Peter Stevenson

2 months ago

Really good space. We'll worth a visit. Really good range of exhibits,cafe and shop right in the city centre

Ian Shannon

2 months ago

my wife like this place???? but I still don't understand why, but I do know just looking my wife I know what art is

Galileo Galilei

2 months ago

Very Good Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended Not sure … More

Arun Thomas

2 months ago

Some fine exhibits, nicely displayed. Didn't have much time to linger but will get back soon. Visited on Weekend Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Peter Stevenson

2 months ago

I’ve always enjoyed when visiting here. It’s just such an insightful and interesting place to explore. Visited on Weekday Wait time No wait Reservation recommended No … More

Palmay

2 months ago