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Bowie, Beatles, Burns, Bronte and Bush. Just five of thousands of cultural icons heralding from these fair isles, but it’s not only homegrown talent that makes Britain a beacon of culture. Galleries and museums from Glasgow in the north to Cornwall in the south are famous for showcasing emerging artists from across the globe.

An art and culture showcase

Why Britain's best for art and culture

Oh, and we’ve not even mentioned our jam-packed festival season or countless special events and free cultural activities found in unexpected spaces. Where else can you see Burning Man’s wacky sculptures sprawled the across pristine parklands of 16th century stately home or spot some of Banksy’s earliest and most famous artworks for free? We’ve got a feeling you’ll be coming back for your Great British culture fix again and again once you’ve discovered some of our top recommendations…

Top art and culture experiences

Whether you're looking for museums, markets or amazing views, we'll prove you really can get something for nothing.

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Explore striking outdoor displays, intriguing sculptures and rural trails.

One young woman using aerosol to create street art mural

Meet your favourite writers, enjoy expert discussions and hear live readings at one of Britain's literary events.

Birds eye view of the literary festival at night

From fine dining, artisan spirits and craft beers, there’s a British pub to suit every occasion.

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Discover Britain’s unmissable exhibition and theatre shows that wrap you in multi-sensory world.

Young people discussing Bridget Riley at the Tate Liverpool

Top art and culture destinations

Where to find the best art and culture experiences

Featuring over 500,000 artworks and artefacts from around the world, this university museum is a joy to explore.

Book your tickets for The Fitzwilliam Museum
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The Fitzwilliam Museum

A five-yearly tour marking the best of cutting edge art by emerging British artists.

Find out more about British Art Show 9
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British Art Show 9

Explore the golden world of modernist Gustav Klimt in this all immersive experience

Discover more about Klimt: The Immersive Experience
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Klimt: The Immersive Experience

Glasgow’s Mural Trail transforms the city’s streets.

Discover more about Glasgow's Mural Trail
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Glasgow Mural Trail

Digbeth’s former industrial areas have transformed into a focus for colourful street art.

Learn more about the urban art of Digbeth here
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Birmingham's street art

Yorkshire’s renowned and new artists at the outdoor gallery set in an impossibly scenic Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

Discover art in scenic Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Nicola Godden artist with her sculpture Theia Goddess of light at The Sculpture Park
Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Find a little slice of the Italian Riviera in this purpose-built village resort and gardens.

Find out more about Portmeirion
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Portmeirion

Step into Beatrix Potter’s enchanting stories, with a chance to meet Peter Rabbit, Mrs Tiggy-Winkle and friends.

Discover The World of Beatrix Potter
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The World of Beatrix Potter, Lake District

Art, nature, history, science: this vast museum puts centuries of heritage at your fingertips, featuring local and international treasures alike.

Plan your visit to Ulster Museum
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Ulster Museum

More than ten acres of sculpture park with an ever-rotating collection of internationally renowned artists at Surrey’s The Sculpture Park

Discover more about The Sculpture Park
The Sculpture Park
The Sculpture Park

You’ll find everything from dinosaur bones to contemporary art at this fantastic free museum.

Delve into the National Museum Cardiff
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National Museum Cardiff

Perched on a cliff-edge overlooking Porthcurno Bay, this is a spellbinding setting for open-air theatre performances.

Book your seat at the Minack Theatre
View from the top of the Minack Theatre
Minack Theatre

Featuring over 500,000 artworks and artefacts from around the world, this university museum is a joy to explore.

Book your tickets for The Fitzwilliam Museum
Rear view of man standing looking at portraits in a gallery
The Fitzwilliam Museum

A five-yearly tour marking the best of cutting edge art by emerging British artists.

Find out more about British Art Show 9
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British Art Show 9

Explore the golden world of modernist Gustav Klimt in this all immersive experience

Discover more about Klimt: The Immersive Experience
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Klimt: The Immersive Experience

Glasgow’s Mural Trail transforms the city’s streets.

Discover more about Glasgow's Mural Trail
Glasgow Mural Trail_Bubbles
Glasgow Mural Trail

Digbeth’s former industrial areas have transformed into a focus for colourful street art.

Learn more about the urban art of Digbeth here
Digbeth Estate photo by Tom Bird 18
Birmingham's street art

Yorkshire’s renowned and new artists at the outdoor gallery set in an impossibly scenic Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

Discover art in scenic Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Nicola Godden artist with her sculpture Theia Goddess of light at The Sculpture Park
Yorkshire Sculpture Park

Find a little slice of the Italian Riviera in this purpose-built village resort and gardens.

Find out more about Portmeirion
Revellers at a forest gig at music festival
Portmeirion

Step into Beatrix Potter’s enchanting stories, with a chance to meet Peter Rabbit, Mrs Tiggy-Winkle and friends.

Discover The World of Beatrix Potter
Peter Rabbit 2013 credit photograper Steve Barber
The World of Beatrix Potter, Lake District

Art, nature, history, science: this vast museum puts centuries of heritage at your fingertips, featuring local and international treasures alike.

Plan your visit to Ulster Museum
Ulster Museum_Johnny-Frazer-UM250321-1
Ulster Museum

More than ten acres of sculpture park with an ever-rotating collection of internationally renowned artists at Surrey’s The Sculpture Park

Discover more about The Sculpture Park
The Sculpture Park
The Sculpture Park

You’ll find everything from dinosaur bones to contemporary art at this fantastic free museum.

Delve into the National Museum Cardiff
SVW-C67-1213-0327
National Museum Cardiff

Perched on a cliff-edge overlooking Porthcurno Bay, this is a spellbinding setting for open-air theatre performances.

Book your seat at the Minack Theatre
View from the top of the Minack Theatre
Minack Theatre