Things to do in Hampshire, England: The Best Art Galleries

Originally established in Romsey in 1982, First Floor Gallery has served the community with picture framing for more than 30 years. Our friendly experienced staff, have over 25 years of artistic practice and framing expertise all on one site just north of Romsey. We frame all sorts of prints and original artwork, needlecrafts and items as diverse as 16th century oil on boards, to work by contemporary graffti artists, photos, cricket bats and vintage tapestries. ​Handcrafted bespoke frames made using traditional conservation grade techniques by our Guild Commended Framer. All our frames are made with solid wood or aluminium mouldings, with a choice of standard, conservation and anti-reflective glass. We have FREE PARKING facilities on the premises for all our customers.

Founded in 1985, The Wykeham Gallery is a contemporary art gallery exhibiting pictures of all media, sculpture and ceramics. The Gallery shows work by many well established artists whose output is consistently outstanding as well as exhibiting the work of some very exciting younger artists.

A romantic house and gallery set in beautiful riverside gardens, managed by the National Trust. Ancient trees, bubbling brooks and rolling lawns frame this lovely old house. Crafted from a medieval priory, it is full of surprises, with art that intrigues and delights. Come back throughout the year to see different exhibitions in the gallery. Carpets of spring bulbs, a stunning walled rose garden, rich autumn leaves and a colourful winter garden make Mottisfont a feast for the senses all year round. There's space to run, jump and play, and always something for families to do. Free entry for National Trust members, Art Fund members and under 5s.

Southampton City Art Gallery is the most outstanding gallery in the South of England and is internationally renowned for its impressive collection and temporary exhibitions programme. The works on display, of both historic and contemporary art, show the breadth and quality of the City’s art treasures. The Gallery attracts a wide audience and through the exciting education programme it provides and promote opportunities for greater access, involvement and understanding of visual art in Southampton.

John Hansard Gallery is an internationally recognised and locally engaged contemporary art gallery in Southampton. Being part of the University of Southampton, the Gallery aims to change the world for the better through great art. To realise this the Gallery creates innovative and critically acclaimed contemporary art exhibitions, events, engagement and research projects that excite, challenge, represent and reach the widest possible public audience. Since being established in 1979 the Gallery has been located on the University’s Highfield Campus. In 2018 the Gallery will relocate to the new purpose-built arts complex Studio 144 in Southampton’s city centre, significantly increasing the space available for exhibitions, events and integrated programming. Learning and engagement are at the heart of the Gallery and underpin all its activities. The innovative education and public programme is accompanied by special community-focused projects, including activities for all ages and levels.

Robert Perera Fine Art Gallery in Lymington is one of the leading South Coast Galleries and shows work by New Forest and nationally know artists, both contemporary and antique. You may have seen the galley on BBC's Flog-It!. We have on show works by two of the top New Forest artists, Barry Peckam RI and Robert King RSMA, showing scenes of the New Forest and the Solent including Lymington marshes, Keyhaven, Brockenhurst, Lyndhurst, Beaulieu, Yarmouth, Cowes, Hurst Castle and the Needles. We also show Royal Academy artists including Terry Frost RA, Tracey Emin RA, Sir Peter Blake RA, Hamilton Fraser RA and Dame Elisabeth Frink RA. On the period side we are specialist dealers in the work of marine artist William Lionel Wyllie RA b.1851 and perhaps have the largest collection of his etchings for sale in the world! His work includes views of the Thames, yachting in the Solent and HMS Victory in Portsmouth to name a few. We also have a varied collection of Modern British paintings and interesting prints including rare Grosvenor school linocuts. The collection is rounded off with Isle of Wight studio glass, Hoselton aluminium sailboats, Fine Art greetings cards and bespoke framing.

Situated in the heart of the New Forest National Park, our bright and welcoming gallery offers the best in British contemporary art. We specialise in vibrant pieces to suit all tastes and budgets. As well as original work we offer, ceramics, sculpture, limited edition prints and unique gift items all carefully selected from independent British makers.