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Manchester Art Gallery

1,878 Reviews

#16 of 160 things to do in Manchester

Museums, Shopping, Art Galleries

Closed Now: 10:00 - 17:00

Mosley Street, Manchester M2 3JL, England

Open today: 10:00 - 17:00

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“Amazing”

This is so worth a visit , we spend about 4 hours there and loved every min of it. when we first... read more

Reviewed yesterday

hazel L

Malpas, United Kingdom

“Such an interesting place”

Spent several hours wandering around in here, such an interesting place. The cafe is really nice... read more

Reviewed 6 days ago

Punta27

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4.5 1,878 reviews

Excellent56%
Very good36%
Average6%
Poor1%
Terrible1%

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“pre raphaelite”(43 reviews)

“grayson perry”(23 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

As featured in 3 Days in Manchester

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Mosley Street, Manchester M2 3JL, England

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+44 161 235 8888

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hazel L

Malpas, United Kingdom

123

Reviewed yesterday

Amazing

This is so worth a visit , we spend about 4 hours there and loved every min of it. when we first walked in a man was handing out maps and leaflets about the place, he was so helpful when we didn't know were to...More

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank hazel L

Thank you for this review Hazel, it’s great to hear that you enjoyed your visit!

Punta27

Reviewed 6 days ago

Such an interesting place

Spent several hours wandering around in here, such an interesting place. The cafe is really nice with good prices which was a bonus. Even managed to bump into an old work colleague!

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank Punta27

Thank you for your review, we are very pleased you enjoyed your visit here!

KBofLB

Littleborough, United Kingdom

416110

Reviewed 6 days ago

Fascinating exhibition

This visit was prompted by the special of Scandinavian arts and crafts. In itself it was fascinating, but what added to the intrigue was that many of the exhibits had been acquired by the gallery itself over several years and therefore made it possible to...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank KBofLB

TaisFB

Durham, United Kingdom

15159

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Interesting pieces

The art gallery is not too big, but it has a beautiful collection. The entry is free of charge, which is a plus. It is well located and definitely a must to those visiting Manchester.

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank TaisFB

Thank you for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your visit!

albeback1

Eccles, United Kingdom

757270

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Worth a visit

Manchester Art Gallery is not only a fantastic old building filled with excellent art but it’s also free admission. What’s not to like.

Date of experience: January 2019

1 Thank albeback1

Thanks for your review! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit.

Yuri G

184

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Lovely selection of pre-Raphaelite painting

Visited 2 times in 2018, beautiful building and a cosy gallery space inside. 1,5 - 2 hours needed to properly enjoy the art. Will aim to visit again on my next trip to Manchester.

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank Yuri G

wendygillw

Carshalton, United Kingdom

5213

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Wonderful Art Gallery

We have visited a number of times because there is an interesting large space that is dedicated to children. Also of course the art itself is excellent. A good restaurant on site too

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank wendygillw

We are really happy to get such positive feedback on the Clore art studio. You can also go to the information desk and borrow an explorer toolbelt - it helps the children to connect and explore the details with our collection.

DrM21

Manchester, United Kingdom

1712

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Beautiful

Perfect peace in the middle of town for a sit and a play with the toddler and a tasty coffee. Easy access, relaxed, friendly and sweet shop.

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank DrM21

sjmluckett

12879

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Exceeded expectations

Dropped on to see this Gallery on a wet morning. Pleasantly surprised to find we could join a ‘ mindfulness’ class for 30 minutes over lunchtime focusing on one particular painting of Lowry. Really enjoyed this. Then focused on the special exhibition on Annie Swynnerton....More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank sjmluckett

Thank you for your amazing comments. We agree, the mindfulness classes are brilliant. And we’re glad we could bring your attention to Annie Swynnerton’s exhibition too.

thisisyumna

Dallas, Texas

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Please do visit!

My title says it all. I would recommend that you definitely visit this lovely art museum. Especially, especially if you are an art lover. Firstly, this art gallery is FREE. I think that statement is already enough to get many people interested. Secondly, there is...More