Book Royal West of England Academy tickets for one of the best art galleries in Bristol
Bringing world-class visual art from around the world to the South West since 1844, discover Bristol's very first art gallery at the Royal West of England Academy in Bristol!
Located in a spectacular, listed Grade II building in the heart of the city, the RWA is the UK's only Royal Academy of Art housed in its own, original, purpose-built gallery.
What's On at the Royal West of England Academy?
Whilst the Royal West of England Academy is free to enter, there is a plethora of paid exhibitions that you can look forward to exploring.
- 24th Jan -29th April 2026: Cosmos, The art of observing Space: is a major art and science exhibition celebrating our enduring fascination with space. Bringing together contemporary and historic artists, the exhibition features an extraordinary range of work inspired by the cosmos
- 2nd Dec - 29th January 2026: Down to Earth: Discover the world from near and far in these artworks from the RWA Collection. Curated by students from the MA History of Art course at the University of Bristol
- 20th Jan - 8th M arch 2026: Elemental: This exhibition brings together works by four RWA Academicians that trace deep and individual responses to the natural world
Book Royal West of England Academy tickets for one of the best art galleries in Bristol!