Location: Glasgow
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What to do and see in Glasgow, Scotland: The Best Art Galleries
As Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is famed for its culture, shopping and people. Spend your day exploring a wide range of fascinating free museums and galleries, enjoying the UK’s best shopping outside of London, and taking advantage of tips from friendly local people on the city’s hidden gems — then choose from 130+ weekly musical events for a special night out. Glasgow is also the perfect base for exploring more of Scotland, with great connections to the Highlands and the islands.
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1. RGI Kelly Gallery
2. Subversion Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Based in Glasgow's lively West End we are Scotland's pop & urban art specialists, bringing the best in new, distinctive & exclusive works from the most exciting emerging & established artists around. We only sell art that we would happily have on our own walls and firmly believe that life is just too short for boring walls. We enjoy art that challenges preconceived ideas and hope that you do too. Those of a sensitive nature may be offended by some images. That's not our intention, but hey, **it happens.
3. The Glasgow Art Club
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Glasgow Art Club founded in 1867 and recently restored has occupied two handsome Georgian terrace houses since 1893. They were converted into a 19thC Gentlemen’s club. The jewel is the iconic art Gallery largely designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
Reviewed By vessi80 - North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
Bit of a Goya 'Gloom and Doom' girl myself so on Glasgow Open Doors Sunday , straight up to the top of Bath Street to 185 expecting a rather 'stuffy' reception. Wrong. Almost 2 hours later, having seriously reviewed my' brushwork' and awash in pastels, watercolours, oils and the wonders of Keppie and Mackintosh, I was so so reluctant to leave. The townhouse itself is an architectural masterpiece . The gallery has been restored to the original Keppie and Rennie Mackintosh vision and the Mackintosh frieze superbly re-created. The doors; furniture; fireplaces; bell plates; door plates and check out the plates in the lavish dining rooms as well. Lovely for a function. Wandered up through luxurious rooms enjoying the Autumn Exhibition (loved the Scott Walker ) and the more permanent works on display from icons like Emilio Coia. Staff were so welcoming. knowledgeable and some so snappily dressed for the occasion that the Goyesque Glasgow sky was temporarily sunny. Well, it is the Art Club in Glasgow so a degree of flamboyance is expected. If you are a tourist, this should be on your 'must see' list. A quite exclusive Mackintosh and Keppie treasure still under the 'tourist' radar. You'll be the envy of other Mackintosh fans. See it all before the secret gets out ! The street is so easy to find! If you are local like me, then a 'wee' step out of the usual' Glasgow Comfort Zone' is well worth it. Guided tours are on Tuesday mornings and I think are a reasonable £5 including tea/coffee. Otherwise the exhibitions are open to the public from 11am to 5pm except Sundays. Probably wise to check the website. The wonderful Autumn exhibition can still be viewed until the 20th of October and there's a new exhibition of Joe Hargan's works starting on the 15th October. Can't wait !
4. Scotland Art Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
ScotlandArt.com is a dynamic art gallery based in the centre of Glasgow, boasting a diverse and well-respected collection of works by some of the most accomplished contemporary artists based in or inspired by Scotland. We hold a huge collection of original art work including; painting; jewellery; sculpture; ceramics; and gift vouchers. Friendly staff and art to fit any budget.
5. Scottish Design Exchange
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5.0 based on 56 reviews
The Scottish Design Exchange is a social enterprise business that provides space for over 300 artists and designers from all over Scotland to display their products for sale. We have many original designs from jewellery, prints, pottery, glassware and original art.
Reviewed By Slim10000
Beautiful products and friendly staff So many different arts with unique designs and quality I love this place
6. Hunterian Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 326 reviews
This gallery houses the largest collection of Whistlers in the world.
Reviewed By ronaldb416 - The Hague, The Netherlands
This is a must do opposite the university. Do visit the Macintosh house inside and notice the strange outside of the reconstructed house.
7. Mackintosh Building
8. The Glasgow School of Art
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4.5 based on 1,849 reviews
The Glasgow School of Art is currently closed to visitors following a fire on 15th June 2018, with all tours cancelled until further notice. This includes access to the visitor centre, GSA Shop and exhibitions in the Reid Building, Mackintosh at the GSA Tours and Mackintosh's Glasgow Walking Tours.
9. House for an Art Lover
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4.5 based on 1,211 reviews
Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1901 and built in the attractive setting of Bellahouston Park in the 1990s, House for an Art Lover allows the visitor an insight into Mackintosh's renowned talent not just as an architect, but as a an artist, designer and pioneer of the Modern Movement. The venue runs regular arts themed events and is home to the popular Art Lover's Cafe.
Reviewed By Tinkypaws - Glasgow, United Kingdom
My partner and I very much enjoyed our recent visit to the House for an Art Lover. We felt safe, the staff were excellent, the afternoon tea scrumptious and the music room beautiful. Thank you for providing such a lovely, peaceful atmosphere.
10. Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
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4.5 based on 377 reviews
Hundreds of carved figures and pieces of old scrap perform an incredible choreography to haunting music and synchronised light, telling the funny and tragic stories of the human spirit as it struggles against the relentless circles of life and death. Audiences in many countries have been fascinated by its magic. In Glasgow it has gained a reputation as one of the city’s hidden treasures. Very gripping theatre. - The Times Unforgettable experience. - The Herald An icon-painter for our times. - Scotsman For SEASONAL TIMETABLE OF SHOWS please visit our website. Special / group shows out-with the opening hours can also be booked via the website. For ticket prices and TO BOOK TICKETS please visit our website. Advance booking is highly recommended.
Reviewed By sofiasW5271KN
A truly unforgettable cultural experience: the pieces are rich with symbolism and the accompaniment of music, lights and movement turned it into a performance that was both touching and entertaining. The gallery manager was enthusiastic and informative in his explanations on the art pieces; and he was attentive and professional in regards to all the measures put in place for Covid-19 safety. I would definitely recommend Sharmanka to anyone looking for a cultural experience in Glasgow!
