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Royal Academy of Arts
Art Museum
Mayfair, London
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"The summer exhibition is always worth a visit!"(18 Tips)
"Great exhibition on Manet."(4 Tips)
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"Great exhibition on abstract expressionism."(2 Tips)
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Great exhibitions with a lot of thought and attention. Gardens exhibition has some amazing pieces and really well integrated. Subject matter really brought to life together with the art and artists
Shawn CallahanNovember 19, 2016If you are a Charles Darwin fan then this is an important place. In 1858 Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace presented a joint paper on evolution by natural selection in the Reynolds Room.
Upvoted Feb 29
Not only superb exhibitions here (recent 2015/2016 major retrospectives on Ai WeiWei and Joseph Cornell) but also courses and workshops and don't forget the legendary Summer Exhibition - open to all!)
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Thomas DefiseNovember 17, 2019Even if you don’t have a paid exhibition planned there, it worth the visit, there is a lot of free display that are worth it
EdelynMay 15, 2016I m a fan of their monthly RAlates event. Plenty of workshops and entertainment, and very classy too. They are usually fully booked 2-3months in advance, so book early!!!- Chris PDecember 17, 2016Bit, pompous, I guess it's the company they keep! Great exhibition on abstract expressionism. Wonderful to see so many significant works in a suitably big space. Interesting audio commentary.
Always at least one exhibition to see. Don't forget about the Burlington Gardens space, behind the building.
Lucille FisherOctober 18, 2015A must visit every time I'm in London. The current Ai Wei Wei retrospective is illuminating-both the artist and his art.
Atsuko WhitehouseApril 6, 2012If you are a member of RA, you can come in between 9 - 10 without booking. It is not too busy. I highly recommend to pop in.
Izzy WeberJuly 3, 2020NOTHING beats the Summer Exhibition. It’s wonderful seeing so many completely different works of art displayed harmoniously in a gorgeous setting.
Catherine MonfilsOctober 24, 2014Love their cafe/restaurant Very chilled atmosphere with good selection of drinks & cakes. Try the cranberry, apple, cucumber cooler.
Great exhibitions (though not subsidised), good place to meet (in the courtyard or elsewhere), grand expansion plans for the future
Lina NoueiriFebruary 1, 2014If you are some type of art student in London and need to visit lots they have half price on membership which means you can go to anything there for a year for free and bring a guest for free too
BrowhausApril 26, 2012The Nicholas Hawksmoor exhibit is wonderful, capturing the famous architect’s life with a series of pictures, quotes, and work from the artist himself. We highly recommend it.
Isa SierraJuly 19, 2016In my recent visit, I discovered the keepers house - an area with quiet bars and limited-access gardens. A lovely end to my visit.
- AlexApril 14, 2013Great exhibition on Manet. Audioguide technology sucks. You're not supposed to touch the screen although it's a touchscreen w Android app.Stops working if you do accidentally which inevitably happenes
Ashley BovanMay 16, 2013they have some good exhibitions here - an easy stroll from Piccadilly Circus - afterwards you can relax in Green Park, further down the road
Nick LansleyApril 7, 2012Very popular place so it pays to order tickets in advance or you may end up queuing. If you go once a quarter or more frequently, membership is great value.
Jonas VossNovember 25, 2015Great exhibition space in the heart of London. Puts on great shows, but you also pay the price.
Katy ZackFebruary 3, 2017Amazing exhibitions and a charming members cafe. Worth getting a membership for both perks!
- Fabulous exhibitions and care to customer preferences. Amazing building and central. Special.
Zara KhanOctober 8, 2014Anselm Kiefer's exhibit runs till December. A must see! What a treat. Highly recommended!
Lucy LisantiJune 17, 2010Become a member of the Academy to access new exhibitions first and skip the queue! If you're a member you also have access to a separate restaurant which tends to be a bit pricey but has nice food!
SwarmstrongNovember 13, 2015Amazing architecture! And spectacular exhibitions. Definitely recommended for art lovers
I just love the feel of this place - it absolutely exudes sophistication.
Metar AlgaziJuly 5, 2011The exhibition of Hungarian photography is amazing. Some of the finest, most influential photographs and photographers and incredible prints. Shame there were no posters.
Louis VuittonJune 14, 2010Visit the annual summer exhibition, which is London’s largest open submission art exhibition. It has been going for 242 years, and is an incredible collection of established and emerging artists.
Michelle CSeptember 14, 2015Become a Friend of the RA! So many perks. Oh yeah, Ai Weiwei hangs out here a lot. Look out!
Great art and architecture exhibitions. visit the cafe as well great atmosphere
Dave MarshallSeptember 18, 2015Wifi is available at this museum, as is great coffee and guided tours
T KOctober 23, 2015If you are in London during summer, please do visit here for its Summer Exhibition.
Bianca PadillaAugust 8, 2015Summer exhibit was very enjoyable and a great way to spend an afternoon!
Kevin McCulleyJune 17, 2016An amazing collection of exhibits from a very diverse range of disciplines.
Ashik ShahJune 2, 2011Beautiful space and location. Members lounge a bit full, but good place to relax and decontruct if you wish. Although appreciation is also allowed.
Nicole SerratoreMarch 3, 2015If you need a toilet in the neighborhood it's free to enter and they are to the left of the main stairs.
Christo PapadopoulosAugust 18, 2015Debatable how good to the eye what you'll see will be. But you gotta try ;)
euan mcmasterNovember 7, 2014Become a friend because events are then free and the friends' catering is excellent
Arix BiDecember 2, 2016Abstract Expressionism one of the best exposition of my life definitely to go!!!!! Lovely place
GavinApril 1, 2012Video installation ends with a fun dance set - worth waiting for, even if you start to find the landscapes a bit repetitive
ToryBurchOctober 12, 2011Founded in the 18th century by King George III, it's one of the great British Institutes for the arts featuring work by both contemporary and historical artists.
Thomas van ZuijlenOctober 21, 2015Tourists: Space for luggage is limited (first come, first serve), but wardrobe and storage are free of charge.
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The Royal Academy of Arts has a unique position in being an independent, privately funded institution led by eminent artists and architects whose purpose is to promote the creation, enjoyment and appreciation of the visual arts through exhibitions, education and debate.
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