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Four of London's Best Small Galleries



Recently I've found myself in these small gems around London and thought they were worth sharing. They make a nice change to the hustle and bustle surrounding the larger galleries (although they are great too) and are the perfect way to spend a rainy day. 


1) Gods Own Junkyard
This is actually a shop as well as a gallery and is one of Walthamstow's best kept secrets. Expect to find neon lights upon neon lights upon neon lights. It's a Neon heaven. Including pieces from movie sets, cinemas and random slogans, God Own Junkyard has something for everyone. Some may say neon is tacky but I think its engaging, fun and of course vibrant and this is a great way to get your neon fix. After immersing yourself in the neon you can grab a glass of wine and sit in the lovely garden with a comfy cushion and toad stalls in sight. This place is quirky, exciting and only at the end of the Victoria line! 

2) Getty Images Gallery
Just round the corner from Oxford Circus station, this small photography gallery is the perfect way to take a breather from busy Oxford street. Their current exhibition is '2017: the Year in Focus' which includes photos from the news, entertainment and sport. It's free compared to the Photography Gallery on the other side of Oxford Street and is perfect for those interested in photography and contemporary art.

3) David Zwirner Gallery
One of my personal favorite small galleries in London, the David Zwirner gallery is on Grafton Street and has a luxurious vibe. Expect minimalist art, feminist art and much more along with an elegant spiral stair case that's a piece of art in itself. I love being in this space as it's so open and has huge windows in every room making the art stand out more. Check what they have on before going, it's free and just around the corner from Regent Street. 

4) The Whitechapel Gallery


If you happen to find yourself in Whitechapel this is a gallery worth visiting. It's collection varies in style and artist and it's definitely the biggest out of the four on this list. You'll most likely have to pay but it's worth it to see art made by children, architects and photographers alike. 
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