The Photographers' Gallery
- Photography enthusiasts
- Art lovers
- Families with children
What Visitors Say
Lovely gallery dedicated to photography, hosted a lot of great photography exhibitions. I went to the Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize 2026 , shortlisted Jane Evelyn Atwood, Weronika Gęsicka, Amak Mahmoodian and Rene Matić, winner Rene Matic, my personal favourite was Jane Evelyn Atwood work on incarcerated women and the space they are in.
It’s my favourite gallery in town. I love photography and this place constantly gives me inspiration. I went to the German foundation prize exhibition, especially like the series about displacement and dreams. Checked out the bookshop. They also have a black and white photo booth at the entrance. Perfect spot to visit in London. It has free entry every Friday after 5pm.
A place to browse, see, have a coffee and buy. There are three floors with exhibitions (for which a modest entrance fee is needed), a shop, cafe and a 'print sales' section. I went specifically to view the 'Martin Parr: A Fair Day' gallery of his signed silver gelatin prints, and for sale - amazing captures. The shop itself is an Alladins Cave of books, magazines, zines, film and more. I also enjoyed the high quality exhibitions, particularly fascinating was that by Weronika Gęsicka. Also, they have a great website Definitely worth a visit.
We really liked the Boris Mikhailov temporary exposition but the permanent one is also really nice It’s heartwarming seeing people of all ages from a century ago having fun with the newly invented Photo Booth And then at the exit you can get your own photos with a traditional Photo Booth :) for an extra 7£ obviously
Hidden gem amongst the hustle and bustle of Central London. Very helpful and friendly staff, lots to see and do, if you need a break there is a on-site cafe. I like to revisit every few years since studying photography, really great place if you need inspo.
Highlights
Deutsche Börse Prize Shows
A snapshot of the year’s most argued-over photographyFrom archives re-read to new forms of storytelling, this show tells you where the medium is headed.
Upper galleries, spring/summer cycle
Project Space
Risk-friendly roomInstallations, moving image and first UK outings keep the programme restless in the best way.
Mid floors, changing programme
Camera & Print Bar
Where looking becomes doingFilm stock, zines and small prints make participation affordable and immediate.
Ground/basement shop
Friday Late (Free)
Open door to new audiencesA weekly free window that changes who wanders in—and what conversations happen.
All floors, after 4pm Fridays
Opening Hours
Fun Facts
Founded in 1971 by Sue Davies, it was the UK’s first independent gallery dedicated to photography—decades before museums widely collected it.
The Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize—hosted here—has propelled many now-famous artists into public view.
The current home on Ramillies Street opened in 2012, designed to pull foot traffic off Oxford Street into a calmer viewing space.
The basement bookshop is a tastemaker: limited-run photobooks often sell out here before they pop up on collectors’ lists.
