Top Things to do in Canada
10 Art Galleries in Canada That You Shouldn't Miss
World class skiing, decadent European style cuisine, ornamental cathedrals, peaceful island life…Canada is a patchwork of thriving cities and majestic wilderness. Montreal beckons travelers with its French charm and booming cultural landscape. In Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is a vision of Frank Gehry architecture and national artistic treasures. The gleaming mountain ranges of Banff set a stunning backdrop for an exploration of the Canadian Rockies.
Restaurants in Canada
1. Galerie d'art Au P'tit Bonheur
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5.0 based on 323 reviews
A unique gallery, an enchanting destination, not to be missed by art lovers... In the heart of Charlevoix for three decades now, Le P'tit Bonheur is committed to offering visitors a varied selection of high-quality figurative works in a welcoming setting. The gallery proudly exhibits the work of some thirty artists, painters and sculptors, among the most renowned in Quebec and Canada.
Reviewed By ConnieL2218238 - Prince Edward County, Canada
From the moment we stepped through the doors, our eyes feasted on the colours and textures of hundreds of pieces of art, beautifully arranged to view each artist’s work. Marie Eve is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable representative of her gallery, enthusiastically sharing her expertise of each art piece and the backgrounds of the artists. A wonderful experience and a most pleasurable way to spend time in La Malbaie
2. Laurie Swim Gallery
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5.0 based on 66 reviews
Award-winning visual artist and author, who is nationally and internationally recognized; Laurie creates painterly works of art in fabric and thread portraying the landscapes and people of the South Shore. Visit the Laurie Swim Gallery in beautiful Old Town Lunenburg and see these beautiful works for yourself.
3. Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Rosey009 - Stoney Creek, Canada
Our watercolour artists tour of Joshua Creek Heritage Art Centre was fantastic! We came on a sunny fall day so the studio was filled with light! Sheridan College students’ artworks were very good. The volunteers there are so friendly and helpful. They answered all our questions and Linda took us into the studio to see what was happening there. Our biggest thrill was meeting the founder, Sybil Rampen who graciously took us into her home and told us many stories of her art journey, about classes/lesson taught at this very interesting place and so many lovely art pieces made by herself, her family and some if the students. Sybil is a spunky, creative soul! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and plan to return soon for more inspiration and to tour the grounds and gardens!
4. Brigitte Le Bouthillier
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
5. Apple Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Apple Art Gallery is a Fine Art Gallery in the heart of downtown Moncton, New Brunswick. Apple Art sets the stage for over twenty local artists, from up and coming to established professionals each artist and their artworks are hand selected by the quality of their creations and the beauty within the artist themselves. You will find a variety of mediums from paintings, sculptures, hand painted porcelain and original prints. We’ve recently added a larger selection of unique items to “The Boutique” section of Apple Art that feature local pottery, ceramics, jewelry, books, greeting cards and much more. Come discover our world of Art!
6. Boutique D'Art Tendance
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
La boutique d'art Tendance vous offre des créations originales de l'artisan François Forest. Objets et bijoux d'art aux tendances maritimes.
7. Muttart Conservatory
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4.5 based on 783 reviews
The Muttart Conservatory is unique at first sight. This innovative botanical garden sets the pace for plant science in western Canada and defines Edmonton’s skyline with striking glass pyramids rising from the river valley.
Reviewed By GallantJ - Alberta, Canada
We visited the Muttart Conservatory in April 2015 with children ages 8, 5 and 5, along with Grandparents. It was absolutely beautiful and I recommend visiting if you get a chance, especially in the winter when it feels warm and tropical during an otherwise cold day outside. During our visit, the Corpse Flower had just started to bloom (it only blooms about every 2 years). It was only the second time it had ever bloomed at Muttart so we felt fortunate to see it. Once it opens fully it only lasts a few days, so the timing was great. It stunk like a dead corpse, which added to excitement of the visit, especially for the kids, and my mom who is a flower enthusiast. Overall, a great visit. It's a beautiful venue with an amazing collection of plants and flowers.
8. Art Gallery of Nova Scotia
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4.5 based on 408 reviews
Art museum focusing on provincial and Canadian artwork in various mediums.
Reviewed By BenLar137 - Calgary, Canada
There's so much here to like! We love how they used two of the historic buildings in downtown Halifax and joined them underground to make one larger gallery - possibly inspired by the Louvre. All the exhibits we saw on our visit in October were well thought out, and presented in a contemporary way. The highlight of our visit was the Maude Lewis exhibit, where they brought in the actual house she lived in, as well as an astounding collection of her work. What a tribute to an amazing artist! The other exhibits were interesting as well, especially a gigantic work by Ken Monkman. There's even a convenient, on-site restaurant. Having experienced how well they do what they do here, we would unreservedly recommend this for any visitor to the city with an hour to spare.
9. Circle Arts
10. Museum of Anthropology
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,773 reviews
Explore traditional and contemporary art from Northwest Coast First Nations and other cultures across the world. See magnificent Indigenous carvings, weavings and contemporary artworks in a spectacular building overlooking mountains and sea. Admire the world’s largest collection of works by acclaimed Haida artist Bill Reid, including his famous cedar sculpture The Raven and the First Men. Explore the Museum’s Multiversity Galleries where more than 10,000 objects from around the world are displayed. Stroll the Museum Grounds, where monumental Haida houses, poles and Musqueam house posts capture the dramatic beauty of traditional Northwest Coast architecture and design. Enjoy a wide range of special exhibitions and public programs, including free guided gallery walks. Visit the MOA Shop and relax in Cafe MOA. MOA is situated on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Musqueam people.
Reviewed By backpacker31 - Boynton Beach, United States
After visiting the Bill Reid Gallery I was told that to understand and appreciate First Nation’s history and culture I should go to the MOA. The museum is huge (and architecturally impressive) and features roughly a dozen galleries. Here, you will find totem poles, historical and contemporary Indigenous art, a 600-piece ceramics collection from the 16th-19th centuries, thousands of objects from around the world, an enormous and stunning Bill Reid sculpture housed in a former gun turret, two Haida houses, Musqueam posts and so much more. The staff is approachable and very knowledgeable, answering several questions I had. I happened to visit while a Diwali festival was taking place featuring dancing, henna painting, tea and sweets and more. There is a small cafe on the premises offering coffee/tea, soups, sandwiches, baked goods, etc. Price of admission is reasonable (adult is $17) considering the size and substance of the museum’s collection. I spent over three hours here.
