Museums & Galleries · Warwickshire
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
📍 CV1 5QP
Photo: Philip Halling (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- See Dippy the Diplodocus on loan from Natural History Museum
- Explore natural sciences collection specimens
- Visit Coventry Archives for historical documents and photographs
- Book tours of the Old Grammar School and Medieval Undercroft
- See contemporary art in British Art Show 10
The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum in Coventry is the perfect place to delve into Coventry's history and engage with art and culture. You can see Dippy the Diplodocus, on loan from the Natural History Museum, explore incredible specimens from our natural sciences collection, and experience British Art Show 10, the UK's most significant exhibition of contemporary art. Gain a fresh perspective on the legend of Lady Godiva, discover your ancestors' history in the Coventry Archives, and book special tours of the Old Grammar School and Medieval Undercroft. It suits adults, families, and children of all ages. Coventry station is 0.6 miles away, with 37 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Open
- Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12pm-4pm, closed Mondays except bank holidays
- Booking
- Some tours such as the Old Grammar School and Medieval Undercroft need booking
- Best for
- Adults, families and children of all ages
From the attraction's own website on 15 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Gift Shop
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🚆 Or come by train
- Coventry 0.6 miles
- Canley 1.8 miles
- Coventry Arena 2.8 miles
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