
Museums and Galleries in Manchester
There are loads of brilliant museums and galleries in Manchester. All have something unique to offer, whether that is a rare artefact or an in-depth look of a particular subject. Nearly all are free to enter – though some special exhibitions may occasionally be ticketed.
There’s everything from Manchester’s industrial heritage to cutting edge contemporary art, from the earliest dinosaurs to modern day football. With exhibitions, tours, family events, and workshops, you’re guaranteed to find something fascinating whichever one (or two,or three!) you choose

Top Picks


Manchester Art Gallery
Free! Plan your visit!
The Manchester Museum
Enjoy a day of culture and adventure at the newly transformed Manchester Museum!
Free Plan your visit!
Manchester Jewish Museum
Free! Plan your visit!
Science and Industry Museum
The Museum is open every day from 10.00–17.00 during school holidays.
Free Plan your visit!
esea contemporary
Tuesday - Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. Closed on Monday and bank holidays.
Free Plan your visit!
The Whitworth
Free Plan your visit!
Museum of Transport, Greater Manchester
£4.00 Plan your visit!
Castlefield Gallery
Free! Plan your visit!
Elizabeth Gaskell’s House
£6.50 Plan your visit!Hear about things in Manchester

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