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Walker Art Gallery
Arts, Culture & Heritage

Walker Art Gallery

William Brown Street Liverpool L3 8EL
🕐Daily: 10:00 - 17:00

About

The Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool is known as the "National Gallery of the North," housing one of the finest collections of fine and decorative art in Europe. Opened in 1877, this grand neoclassical building features a spectacular array of paintings spanning from the 13th century to the present day, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Degas, and Hockney. It is particularly renowned for its world-class Pre-Raphaelite collection and its commitment to contemporary art through the John Moores Painting Prize. The gallery serves as a vital social and educational destination, offering a profound journey through art history in the heart of the city.

Location

William Brown Street Liverpool L3 8EL
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Getting here

Liverpool Lime Street
15 min
Main intercity station
James Street
5 min
Merseyrail (for Waterfront)
Albert Dock Parking
24hr parking available on site
Q-Park Liverpool ONE

About Liverpool

Liverpool is a city of extraordinary cultural heritage — birthplace of The Beatles, home to two Premier League clubs, and a UNESCO World Heritage waterfront. Its warmth, wit, and creativity are legendary.

  • Merseyside
  • ~500,000 residents
  • Birthplace of The Beatles
  • UNESCO waterfront