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

This exciting art gallery features original works by contemporary artists along with fine glass, ceramics, bronzes, paintings & original prints and jewellery.

Elegant ‘living gallery’ in York combining contemporary art, food and drink. Now taking bookings for private parties/events. Set in beautiful landscaped gardens, this is a hidden oasis in York just three minutes' walk from the Shambles. Each week we travel to a different region of the Mediterranean in our menu, offering a range of hot and cold vegetarian dishes. To eat in or take away. Speciality: Mediterranean vegetarian food Guide Price: Courses from £3.50 - £10.00 Covers: 20

A space to discover new artists, designers and makers, alongside established names and figures, the gallery is a welcoming and inclusive place with a regularly changing programme of exhibitions. Carefully sourced design items and gifts will also complement the exhibitions; offering jewellery, ceramics, textiles, artists' cards and stationery and more... Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am-6pm. Other times by appointment.

Established in 2005 Greg and Ails McGee exhibit some of the most exciting artists in the UK. Offering 0%finance through the Own Art scheme, allowing you to purchase the art you can't afford to miss. A world class destination gallery. Our Testimonials: “As a UK gallery, According to McGee continues to support and nurture emerging artists through a diverse exhibition programme. After fourteen years, the gallery continues to go from strength to strength.” Cherie Federico, Editor Aesthetica Magazine, www.aestheticamagazine.com “According to McGee is an exciting independent contemporary gallery in the North of England.” Conde? Nast Publications (Glamour Magazine, ‘The Talk of York’). “I’m very honoured (chuffed even) to have been invited, as one of only 4 artists this year, to exhibit at the prestigious York gallery ‘According to McGee’. It’s one of those little galleries with big ripples.” Horace Panter The Specials

A great selection of antique, less-old and new art, craft, ceramics, glass, jewellery, sculpture and silver, including Lalique, Royal Crown Derby, Royal Worcester and Scottish Silver. We showcase the work of contemporary artists including Edward Waites, Rebecca Mason and Ralph Shuttleworth. We also host selling exhibitions of art by local artists. These run back-to-back each lasting about 6 weeks.

York Fine Arts has been a family run, established art gallery for over 40 years with an international reputation for sourcing high quality traditional and contemporary fine art. The gallery is situated in an idyllic 15th Century building only minutes from the Minster in the heart of York. We specialise in traditional and contemporary fine art from established British and international artists, ranging from original oil paintings and watercolours to signed limited edition prints and bronze sculpture. We also offer a number of services including international shipping, custom framing, wedding registry, art restoration and valuation services.

In the beautiful and historic Micklegate Quarter of York, Blossom Street Gallery hosts regular exhibitions with local and regional artists. We have art for all to enjoy; original paintings, prints, ceramics, jewellery and design-led cards and gifts. We also offer a range of art supplies, and framing solutions. There’s even a chalkboard to distract the children whilst you browse!

Specialist Dealer in Books, Periodicals and Trade Literature about Architecture, Conservation, Design, Garden History, Historic Landscapes, Art and Photography. Open Wednesday - Saturday 09.30-17.30.