# Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Birmingham — Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover world-class paintings and sculptures at this renowned Birmingham gallery, where families can explore artistic masterpieces in an elegant setting with convenient parking and picnic-friendly grounds. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/attractions/barber-institute-of-fine-arts (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Art Gallery # Barber Institute of Fine Arts Birmingham B15 2TS, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12062111531966645468&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Clémence Prosen](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/118002419214098654012) Day Out With The Kids listing for this attraction is currently flagged as **closed temporarily**. This isn't always accurate — please confirm directly before travelling. **In short:** Barber Institute of Fine Arts is an art gallery in Birmingham, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 853 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Barber Institute of Fine Arts Discover world-class paintings and sculptures at this renowned Birmingham gallery, where families can explore artistic masterpieces in an elegant setting with convenient parking and picnic-friendly grounds. ## What's nearby - University of Birmingham Guild of Students next door - UoB School of Education next door - King Edward VI High School for Girls 150m away - Physics West 150m away - Winterbourne House and Garden 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid garage ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## What visitors say [Theodora A](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106445464266087443658/reviews) ★★★★★ Definitely recommend it. They have a large collection, many famous artists. The staff is friendly. Nevertheless there is clearly room for improvement. The fact that many artworks are hanging tilted, not straight, that the light reflects on the frame window… not ideal. They could definitely also make it more interactive. Still a must see if you can especially as it’s free and not crowded so you can really wander around peacefully. · via Google [David Belton](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105064712046080524772/reviews) ★★★★★ We went to see a couple of the current exhibitions, but one only had 4 paintings, which I would not classify as an exhibition. Entry is free though. · via Google [Emily Hou](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111310003680058179645/reviews) ★★★★★ Love here so much! I didn't expect inside Birmingham University there is such nice art gallery. More surprisingly, two Monet and Van Gogh's original paintings on exhibition for public. Nice and comfortable environment, a wonderful place you can spend half day in it. · via Google [Liz Johnson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107455872244476349565/reviews) ★★★★★ Absolute gem- was not expecting to see paintings and sculptures by Moore, Degas, Toulouse- Letrec, Rosalli, Monet, Van Gogh.. all without crowds and high entrance fees for exhibits! Well worth a visit and supporting through easy to use contactless donation points. Beautiful art deco building makes this, along with Winterbourne around the corner a joint favourite place to visit in Birmingham. Could do with a dedicated cafe and seating around to pull in the punters and agree with suggestions about poor lighting and tilt on some paintings but overall a wonderful local asset! Interesting scent exhibition at present too · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4870bc350420349f:0xa7653a87d003c4dc!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** University of Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TS [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.4502776%2C-1.9278180) **Category** Adventure & Activity Centres **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (853 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Birmingham [More attractions in Birmingham](https://staycation.co.uk/birmingham/attractions) ★ 4.8 (853 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.barber.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0121 414 7333](tel:01214147333) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Birmingham **Postcode** B15 2TS **Plus Code** 9C4WF32C+4V [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x4870bc350420349f:0xa7653a87d003c4dc!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4870bc350420349f:0xa7653a87d003c4dc!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x4870bc350420349f:0xa7653a87d003c4dc!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Birmingham Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Barber Institute of Fine Arts has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Barber Institute of Fine Arts? Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Barber Institute of Fine Arts? 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