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Manchester Art Gallery

1,911 Reviews

#16 of 164 things to do in Manchester

Shopping, Museums, Art Galleries

Closed Now: 10:00 - 17:00

Mosley Street, Manchester M2 3JL, England

Open today: 10:00 - 17:00

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“Leonardo da Vinci's illustration”

My wife and I visited the exhibition of da Vinci's illustrations to mark the 500th anniversary of... read more

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Andymeatman

Manchester, United Kingdom

via mobile

“popped in with little time but worth spending a lot longer there”

We went to see the Lowry and Van Gogh. (Queen's collection touring the country). A 10 minute queue... read more

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Hazel S

London, United Kingdom

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4.5 1,911 reviews

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Average6%
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Terrible1%

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“pre raphaelite paintings”(44 reviews)

“grayson perry”(24 reviews)

“wonderful collection”(17 reviews)

About

From our historical collections to international contemporary art, we aim to bring fresh perspectives, encourage conversation and spark debate. Explore our collections of fine art, spanning six centuries and including many major modern and...more

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Hours Today: 10:00 - 17:00

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Suggested duration: 1-2 hours

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Mosley Street, Manchester M2 3JL, England

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Andymeatman

Manchester, United Kingdom

3010

Reviewed today via mobile

Leonardo da Vinci's illustration

My wife and I visited the exhibition of da Vinci's illustrations to mark the 500th anniversary of his death.They are amazing and would reccomend a visit. It is so hard to believe when he drew the pictures and the accuracy of the anatomical detai was...More

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank Andymeatman

Hazel S

London, United Kingdom

383

Reviewed today

popped in with little time but worth spending a lot longer there

We went to see the Lowry and Van Gogh. (Queen's collection touring the country). A 10 minute queue but well worth the visit

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank Hazel S

48ashc

15231

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great

Visited yesterday, was lovely to have a walk around, only spent about 45 mins in there. My favourite was the banksy artwork. Only down side is that it filled up with kids very quickly and became very busy.

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank 48ashc

Martin H

Stockport, United Kingdom

437127

Reviewed 1 week ago

Lots going on

Coincidentally just after my visit Country Life visited here & was a bit critical of what wasn't on display...not that this gallery is different from every gallery in the country. Don't despair however - there is an awful lot on display and you will recognise...More

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank Martin H

Thank you for this review, it’s great to hear your highlights. Our monthly First Wednesday late openings have in fact replaced our weekly Thursday Lates, we now have more events taking place on the First Wednesday of every month. You can find out more on...More

BenandJasperthecats

Harleston, United Kingdom

1911

Reviewed 1 week ago

Da Vinci, Grayson Perry and the Pre Raphaelites

Excellent gallery and free to get in. Well laid out, friendly staff and a guide leaflet. Mixture of modern and traditional architecture. Da Vinci drawings were a bonus, although there can sometimes be a queue to see them apparently.

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank BenandJasperthecats

Thanks for this review! its fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the exhibition of Leonardo da Vinci drawings, the queues are much quieter during the week between 10.00- 11.30 am.

simon128090

Langport

11733

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

One of my favourite galleries

I first visited Manchester Art Gallery last year. I've recently become a regular visitor to the city and now always try to find some time to visit this wonderful art gallery. There are some lovely pieces on display in the permanent collection including a room...More

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank simon128090

Thank you for your review, we’re glad you enjoyed our recent exhibitions!

hsstxaom

Manchester, United Kingdom

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

What shall we do on a Sunday in Manchester?

Really good choice. Only had time to complete 2 floors. Going back next week and taking our son to do all floors.

Date of experience: March 2019

Thank hsstxaom

Glad you enjoyed your visit, we hope your son enjoys it too!

Margaret W

Manchester, United Kingdom

212

Reviewed 1 week ago

Da Vinci drawings.

Visited this amazing exhibition of the early drawings of Leonardo da Vinci. The detail was so exact, the subjects were mainly parts of the human body. Da Vinci was without doubt a master of his art. Well worth a visit if this interests you.

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank Margaret W

He certainly was! Thank you for taking the time to review, we hope you visit us again. Leonardo da Vinci: A Life in Drawing is on until 6 May 2019.

32billw

London, United Kingdom

36487

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

A Banksy among the pre Raphaelites

Worth an hour or two to see some great paintings and a set of fantastic Leonardo da Vinci sketches at the moment. Also surprised to see a token Banksy amongst the old Masters. Great cafe too apparently.

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank 32billw

Thank for your review!

jhon333

Axminster, United Kingdom

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

A wonderful gallery

My 2nd visit and not my last. Welcoming informative and extensive , if I lived in Manchester I would be popping in every week for a cultural FIX.

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank jhon333

That’s great to hear, thank you so much for this review!

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