City Gallery Wellington

This place is well-organized. It is a place that everyone should visit if you are in Wellington, especially for those who are into arts. There is no need to make a reservation for this place. You can walk in. The staff is very friendly and helpful throughout the exhibition. Overall, it was such a great experience.

Lovely space, great spot to get in out of the cold and get some ever changing art. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. Also a lovely cafe and tiny shelf shop. Staff are knowledgeable and friendly

One of the most impressive things about the City Gallery Wellington is its dedication to showcasing thought-provoking exhibits that are unique. The gallery is known for its cutting-edge contemporary art, and you can always expect to see something innovative and inspiring on display. What I appreciate most about the City Gallery Wellington is its commitment to diversity and inclusivity. The gallery actively seeks out works from a wide range of artists, from various backgrounds and perspectives, and this is reflected in the exhibits. Whether you are interested in painting, sculpture, installation, or video art, you are sure to find something that speaks to you at the City Gallery Wellington. Another thing that sets this gallery apart is its willingness to take risks and showcase works that might be considered controversial or challenging. This approach leads to some truly compelling exhibits that push boundaries and invite visitors to think deeply about the issues and ideas explored in the art. Overall, I highly recommend a visit to the City Gallery Wellington for anyone interested in contemporary art. The exhibits are always thought-provoking, unique, and engaging, and the gallery itself is a beautiful space that provides an excellent backdrop for the art. Whether you are a seasoned art lover or just starting to explore the world of contemporary art, you are sure to find something to captivate your imagination at the City Gallery Wellington.

I went to see the paintings of Hilma af Klint. The first room I went to had the huge, amazingly impressive Temple canvases. They were hung in a dramatic line along one wall. They absorbed and overwhelmed me. The watercolours were interesting, the downstairs had smaller oils and older works. Everything was beautifully displayed for maximum effect. The staff were helpful and discreet.

On a recent visit to Wellington, we decided to check the City Gallery out on a whim after walking by, and so glad we did! The exhibits that were showing were so intriguing - I especially liked the “Eerie Pagaentry” and “Phosphene” exhibits! Viewing these incredible works of art was a great way to spend an afternoon.

📍 City Gallery Wellington There are many exhibitions to explore inside, along with artworks on the building itself. 😆 Taking a stroll in the vicinity to soak up the international atmosphere is also quite enjoyable!

They're under construction, reason that i won't be able to stroll inside. Just saw the arts in ground floor. it was good indeed.

I LOVE City Gallery! Yes please. They are the best gallery in Wellington and it's free (but you should donate!) and it always has the most interesting installations. Thursday evenings are great. I just can't say enough good things about this beautiful space. I have watched Purple Rain there. Some crazy Michael Jackson video love letter, the best 100 chair exhibition, a very cool exhibit on the NZ mob scene. It's just so varied and so cool. Very culturally important. Thank you City Gallery! xo

Compared to the nearby Te Papa museum, or other art galleries I've seen in Auckland and Christchurch, this one was unimpressive. It is rather small, with two partially full levels, and the exhibitions when I dropped included such things as graffiti-like phrases with no meaning I could discern and a room full of chairs you weren't allowed to sit in. It lacked views of the harbor or any great aesthetic quality to the building itself. Exhibitions will vary over time of course, but I'd give it a miss.