All art museums and attractions to visit in Manchester

Manchester (England) has a lot to offer for art lovers. Below we list all 9 art museums that are located in Manchester.

Do you like art and are you looking for the best art museums to visit in Manchester? These are the ones:

  1. Manchester Art Gallery1

    Manchester Art Gallery

     Manchester
    Manchester Art Gallery, previously known as Manchester City Art Gallery, is a public art gallery situated on Mosley Street in Manchester, England. This gallery is a significant cultural landmark in the city, offering visitors a chance to explore a diverse collection of local and international art.
  2. People's History Museum2

    People's History Museum

     Manchester
    The People's History Museum, located in Manchester, England, serves as the United Kingdom's national hub for the collection, preservation, interpretation, and study of materials related to the history of the working class in the UK. The museum is housed in a Grade II listed former hydraulic pumping station, a testament to the city's industrial past. The museum's collections offer a comprehensive look into the lives, struggles, and achievements of the working class over the past two centuries.
  3. Whitworth Art Gallery3

    Whitworth Art Gallery

     Manchester
    The Whitworth Art Gallery, located in Manchester, England, boasts an impressive collection of over 60,000 items. This extensive collection offers visitors a wide range of art to explore, from historic pieces to contemporary works. The gallery is a significant cultural institution in Manchester, providing a rich and diverse experience for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.
  4. Victoria Baths4

    Victoria Baths

     Manchester
    Victoria Baths is a museum in Manchester. The museum features exhibits related to Architecture, Decorative and Applied Art, Fine Art, Archives, Sport, Social History, Film and Media, Music and Performing Arts.
  5. Gallery of Costume5

    Gallery of Costume

     Manchester
    Gallery of Costume is a museum in Manchester. The museum features exhibits related to: costume and textiles and social history. Key themes, people and exhibits in the museum include: current displays include quant to westwood: fashion since the sixties; living colour: textiles and embroideries from
  6. Heaton Hall6

    Heaton Hall

     Manchester
    Heaton Park, with an area ranging between 247 and 263 hectares, is not only the largest park in Greater Manchester but also in England. It is also one of the largest municipal parks in Europe. This vast expanse of greenery offers a refreshing escape from the urban hustle and bustle, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike.
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    esea contemporary

     Manchester
    esea contemporary, previously known as the Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art, is a modern art gallery situated in Manchester, England. The gallery is located on Thomas Street, in the Northern Quarter of Manchester, within the refurbished section of the Smithfield Market Hall. This location is easily accessible and offers a unique cultural experience for tourists interested in contemporary art, particularly of Chinese origin.
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    MMU Special Collections

     Manchester
    Manchester Metropolitan University Special Collections is a museum, gallery and reading room and is open to the public to browse or research the collections, attend an event or to see our exhibitions. The Special Collections Gallery features 3 exhibitions a year, showcasing collections and artwork b
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    Holden Gallery

     Manchester
    With a distinguished history dating back over 100 years, the Faculty of Art and Design’s Holden Gallery at Manchester Metropolitan University, offers an ongoing programme of exhibitions that are open free to the public. The Gallery is also home to the yearly BA and MA Degree Shows and is a major exh