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Art Galleries



The cultural importance of Liverpool is represented by its wide range of traditional and modern galleries.

Liverpool is home to one of the largest galleries of modern and contemporary art outside London. The magnificent Liverpool Tate Modern is housed in a beautiful converted warehouse in the historic Albert Dock, Liverpool.

One of the finest collections of fine and decorative art in Europe is held in The Walker Liverpool. For over 120 years it has inspired and delighted visitors from around the globe. Set in the Cultural Quarter of Liverpool's World Heritage Site, the building was designed by architects Sherlock and Vale, opening in 1877 with an endowment from Alderman Sir Andrew Walker.

The Matthew Street Gallery Liverpool specialises in the work of John Lennon, and is located above the Liverpool Beatles shop.

The Open Eye Gallery, Liveprool, is a photographic and media arts exhibition centre based on Wood Street in the city centre, Liverpool, whilst FACT, also on Wood Street, plays host to arts and film media exhibitions.