Vancouver Art Gallery

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The Vancouver Art Gallery is the largest art gallery in Western Canada

Vancouver Art Gallery seen from Robson Square

The Vancouver Art Gallery is located on Hornby Street in Vancouver between Robson Street and Georgia Street in what was previously the Vancouver courthouse. One could consider the building itself a work of art.

Constructed in 1906 it features columns, a center dome, formal porticos, and ornate stonework. Located outside the Georgia street side is the Centennial Fountain built in 1966 in commemoration of the union of the colonies of British Columbia with Vancouver Island.

The 41,400 square foot gallery features a collection of over 10000 works including the largest collection from renowned BC artist Emily Carr. The Gallery Cafe features a rooftop patio, one of the most idyllic in downtown Vancouver, where you can enjoy a glass of wine on a beautiful afternoon. There is also a Gallery Store and library for you to browse.

The grounds in front of the Vancouver Art Gallery have become a prime social gathering place, so don't be surprised to see some kind of activity going on such as musicians, improv or a protest rally.

Facts For Your Visit

Official Website: Vancouver Art Gallery

Fee: Yes

COVID-19 Advisory

Many indoor and even some outdoor tourist attractions are temporarily closed due to the Global COVID-19 pandemic. If the hours of operation are shown below, they may not reflect these closures. Please verify hours with any attraction before visiting.

We believe the measures being taken are absolutely neccessary to preserve lives and we pray for everyone and their families as the world works together to get through this crisis.

Open Now

Regular Hours:

Monday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Category: Art Museums

Address: 750 Hornby Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2H7
Canada

Phone: +1 604-662-4700

Reviews

Yelp Rating:
3.5 out of 5 3.5 Star Rating
Based on 181 Reviews.

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Had a great time here. We were here for a private event in the evening and the staff are all so nice and great. We got a private tour of the main exhibit on... Read More

Wilson L. Jan-19-2020

You know how art makes you FEEL? Feel good? Happy? Amazed and passionate, or even upset or heartbroken? I left this gallery today feeling uncomfortable and... Read More

Brenda H. Feb-02-2020

This was a harsh experience. I've recently been fortunate to take in some truly world class galleries lately including the Tate, the National Gallery, the... Read More

Lawrence L. Jan-21-2020

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Directions

SkyTrain Line	Nearest Station	Walking Time
Expo Line	Burrard Station	4 Minutes
Canada Line	Vancouver City Centre	2 Minutes

How to get to Vancouver Art Gallery by SkyTrain

No Buses Needed. From Burrard Station on the Expo Line exit onto Burrard Street and walk one block south on Burrard to Georgia Street. Go left one block along Georgia to Hornby Street.

From Vancouver City Centre on the Canada Line exit and go north to Georgia Street then left (west) on Georgia Street for one block.