Name: Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum
Rating: 5.0

Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum

Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum, Foregate Street, Worcester WR1 1DT, UK

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Welcome to Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum housed in an elegant Victorian building in the heart of Worcester, the Art Gallery and Museum is a warm and friendly place with exhibitions, events and activities for all the family to enjoy throughout the year.

Worcester’s fine art collection is especially rich in works by British Impressionist artists including Stanhope and Elizabeth Forbes and Dame Laura Knight. Where possible the works are included within temporary exhibitions.

Entry to the museum is free. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Enjoy Worcester's art collection and new exhibitions: The Art Gallery and Museum is home to an array of exciting (and varied!) exhibitions every year. Works from the permanent collection are on display throughout the building. There’s always a bright selection on the balcony, gorgeous Benjamin Williams Leader landscapes on the grand staircase and a variety of artworks in the gallery.
Discover Your Worcester: New in 2025, Your Worcester features favourites from the museum collection together with new objects added to the collection by the community, all with a link to Worcester’s long and rich heritage. It’s free to visit with lots to see!
Have fun with children's activities: The Art Gallery and Museum is the perfect spot for creative fun! There are family trails to follow throughout the year and jam-packed activity bags, workshops, and more in the school holidays.
See a real-life Victorian chemist shop: Step inside this preserved Worcester chemist shop on the first Friday of every month. In 1974, Steward’s Chemist Shop, formerly situated on Worcester High Street, was relocated lock, stock and many bottles to Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum.
Admire the Victorian architecture: From its distinctive exterior to its grand staircase leading up to the galleries, there’s a lot to enjoy about the Art Gallery and Museum alongside its contents!

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Parking: Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum does not offer on-site parking; however, nearby car parks include: Pitchcroft Car Park, Castle Street, Worcester, WR1 6EJ. NCP Multi-storey Car Park, College Street, Worcester, WR1 2LU.
Food & Drinks: Little Al’s at the Balcony is the lovely independent coffee shop situated within the splendid Victorian architecture of the building.
Toilets: The Art Gallery and Museum is fully accessible and has an easy access toilet.
Dogs: Guide and assistance dogs welcome.

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Price: Free

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Offer Birthday Parties: No

Tuesday to Saturday:10am – 4pm. Sundays, 10am – 3pm. Closed Mondays and bank holidays.

Address: Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum, Foregate Street, Worcester WR1 1DT, UK

Post Code: WR1 1DT

Council: Worcester

County: Worcestershire

By Train: If you are travelling by train, Worcester Foregate Street Station is a 2-minute walk from the museum, and Shrub Hill Station is a 15-minute walk.
By Bus: Buses stop on Foregate Street, close to the museum.
Parking: Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum does not offer on-site parking; however, nearby car parks include: Pitchcroft Car Park, Castle Street, Worcester, WR1 6EJ. NCP Multi-storey Car Park, College Street, Worcester, WR1 2LU.