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Art galleries in Exeter: directory, map and artistic districts
30 galleries, museums, workshops and art centers, including 16 addresses offering works for sale
From Queen Street to the banks of the Exe, from the galleries of Topsham and Exmouth to East Devon, Dartmoor, Totnes and Torbay: a verified directory to compose a day - or a weekend - around art.
Red stone, river and creation
From Exe to workshop
Exeter does not have a single "gallery district": its art scene connects Queen Street, Gandy Street, the cathedral and the quays, then follows the Exe to the estuary before radiating throughout Devon.
RAMM brings together fine arts, decorative arts and local history; Exeter Phoenix and Maketank carry current creation, while Positive Light Projects gives a stronghold to photography. The campus adds an image museum and an outdoor sculpture trail.
Beyond the center, Topsham, Lympstone and Exmouth form an easy first loop. Honiton, Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton structure East Devon; Bovey Tracey and Teignmouth open towards Dartmoor and Teignbridge; Totnes, Dartington and Torbay complete the trip. All addresses have been checked on their official website; check calendars before departure.
Three benchmarks
Read the directory carefully
The same word "gallery" here covers very different realities. These three keys avoid bad expectations and make visits smoother.
Museum or shopping mall?
A museum maintains a collection and organizes exhibitions; the visit does not involve the sale of works. A shopping mall represents artists, advises collectors and offers pieces for purchase. Yellow badges only indicate the places where this sale was verified.
What does artist-led mean?
An artist-led place is developed by artists or collectives. It favors experimentation, production, residencies and conversation rather than permanent stock. Openings often follow exhibitions: check the calendar, especially outside openings.
Group visits
Queen Street, Gandy Street and the cathedral can be explored on foot; the quays and Sidwell Street easily extend the day. Topsham -Exmouth, East Devon, Dartmoor -Teignbridge and Totnes -Torbay then form four distinct loops.
Interactive schematic map
Six sectors to orient yourself
Click on a sector to directly filter the directory. The map is not geographic to the nearest meter: it shows the relationships between Exeter, the Exe Estuary, East Devon, Dartmoor, Teignbridge and Torbay.
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30 galleries, museums and workshops
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Historic Center & Cathedral Quarter
Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery (RAMM)
Queen Street, Exeter EX4 3RX
The large municipal museum is the natural starting point: its gallery of fine arts brings together paintings, drawings, prints and decorative arts in a remarkable Victorian building. Temporary exhibitions regularly renew the view of the collections of Exeter and Devon.
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Historic Center & Cathedral Quarter
Exeter Phoenix Galleries
Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter EX4 3LS
A multidisciplinary cultural center, Exeter Phoenix deploys several exhibition spaces between main gallery, windows and in situ projects. The programming favors contemporary creation, images, installation and artists from the South-West, with a very lively calendar.
3Works for sale
Historic Center & Cathedral Quarter
South Gate Gallery
64 South Street, Exeter EX1 1EE
This independent gallery close to the cathedral features original paintings, editions and graphic works by British artists. The accessible hanging, advice and supervision make it a practical stop to move from discovery to acquisition.
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Historic Center & Cathedral Quarter
Maketank
3 -5 Paris Street, Exeter EX1 2JB
At the same time workshop, exhibition space and production platform, Maketank supports artists' projects and collective forms. The openings follow events, residencies and exhibitions: it is better to consult the program before crossing Paris Street.
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Historic Center & Cathedral Quarter
Exeter Cathedral Exhibitions
1 The Cloisters, Exeter EX1 1HS
The cathedral hosts temporary exhibitions that dialogue with Gothic architecture, spirituality and heritage. Painting, textiles, photography and contemporary installations take on a particular dimension here under the vault and around the cloister.
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Quayside, Sidwell Street & campus
Exeter Custom House
46 The Quay, Exeter EX2 4AN
On the quays, the former Custom House combines port heritage, cultural events and exhibitions. The programming often echoes the city, the Exe and the practices of Devon, in a historic building that is worth the visit for its own sake.
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Quayside, Sidwell Street & campus
Positive Light Projects
184 -187 Sidwell Street, Exeter EX4 6RD
Positive Light Projects is a space dedicated to photography and engaged visual storytelling. Exhibitions, workshops, editions and community collaborations build a program attentive to social issues, the environment and new documentary writing.
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Quayside, Sidwell Street & campus
Studio 36
36 Denmark Road, Exeter EX1 1SE
In the St Leonard's district, Studio 36 transforms a house and its garden into a lived gallery. Group exhibitions, meetings and domestic hangings create an intimate experience, generally accessible on announced dates rather than continuously opening.
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Quayside, Sidwell Street & campus
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Old Library, University of Exeter, Prince of Wales Road, Exeter EX4 4SB
This university museum explores the history of the moving image through posters, magic lanterns, cinema objects and popular prints. His exhibitions show how art, graphic design and visual culture intersect well beyond just projection.
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Quayside, Sidwell Street & campus
University of Exeter Sculpture Walk
Streatham Campus, Stocker Road, Exeter EX4 4PY
The Streatham campus serves as a setting for a free journey of modern and contemporary works, including sculptures by Barbara Hepworth and Peter Randall-Page. The promenade connects gardens, university architecture and an outdoor art collection.
11Works for sale
Topsham, Lympstone & Exmouth
The Manor Gallery
The Strand, Topsham, Exeter EX3 0BB
On the banks of the estuary, The Manor Gallery represents contemporary artists and presents original paintings, works on paper and editions. Its location in Topsham makes it easy to combine walking along the Exe and discovering new artists.
12Works for sale
Topsham, Lympstone & Exmouth
Seaglass Gallery
The Strand, Lympstone, Devon EX8 5ES
This Lympstone gallery brings together paintings, prints and creations inspired by the coast and the estuary. The selection highlights Devon artists in a user-friendly format, with works available for purchase directly on site.
13Works for sale
Topsham, Lympstone & Exmouth
Artisan Fine Art
1 Chapel Hill, Exmouth EX8 1NY
In the center of Exmouth, Artisan Fine Art offers a choice of original paintings, including landscapes, seascapes and figurative subjects. The shopping mall is particularly suitable for visitors who wish to compare formats, techniques and budgets with direct support.
14Works for sale
Topsham, Lympstone & Exmouth
Sea Dog Art
Beacon Hill, Exmouth EX8 1PB
Sea Dog Art highlights artists linked to the coastline, with paintings, editions and images inspired by the sea. This independent address naturally completes a day between Exmouth, the beach and the estuary; consult the local information sheet for timetables.
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Topsham, Lympstone & Exmouth
In the round
Summer Lane, Exmouth EX8 5BD
This sixteen-sided house brings together the collections, travel souvenirs and decorative creations of Jane and Mary Parminter. Shells, paper cutouts, paintings and objects make up a singular total work of art just minutes from Exmouth.
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East Devon & Jurassic Coast
Thelma Hulbert Gallery
Elmfield House, Dowell Street, Honiton EX14 1LX
The Honiton Public Gallery preserves the legacy of painter Thelma Hulbert and programs exhibitions of modern and contemporary art. The free entry, gardens and attention to artists from the Southwest make it the institutional anchor of East Devon.
17Works for sale
East Devon & Jurassic Coast
Brook Gallery
Brook House, 1 Station Road, Budleigh Salterton EX9 6RH
Known for its expertise in contemporary printmaking, Brook Gallery also presents paintings and original works by established British artists. Its new Budleigh Salterton setting combines exhibition, advice and acquisition in a demanding selection.
18Works for sale
East Devon & Jurassic Coast
Otterton Mill Gallery
Otterton Mill, Otterton, Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HG
In a historic mill on the Otter, the gallery and craft center display a vast community of artists and artisans from the South West. Paintings, prints and unique pieces are offered for sale, with coffee and a walk to extend the stop.
19Works for sale
East Devon & Jurassic Coast
Azure
Sidmouth, Devon EX10 8LP
Azure presents a luminous display of original paintings and contemporary creations in Sidmouth. The landscapes, seascapes and colorful works respond directly to the context of the Jurassic Coast, with a selection available for purchase.
20Works for sale
East Devon & Jurassic Coast
The Art Den Sidmouth
Sidmouth, Devon EX10
This small independent gallery places a large emphasis on paintings, illustrations and commissions from local artists. Its intimate scale allows you to discover works linked to the landscapes of East Devon and to discuss techniques and prices more directly.
21Works for sale
Dartmoor & Teignbridge
MAKE Southwest
Riverside Mill, Fore Street, Bovey Tracey TQ13 9AF
A reference institution for contemporary craft, MAKE Southwest brings together exhibitions, collections, boutiques and transmission programs. The place shows how ceramics, textiles, wood, glass and design are part of a fully contemporary artistic practice.
22Works for sale
Dartmoor & Teignbridge
The Bracken Gallery
5 Station Road, Bovey Tracey TQ13 9AL
A few steps from MAKE Southwest, Bracken Gallery combines shopping mall and framing. Paintings and prints by regional artists make the address complementary: more intimate, purchase-oriented and particularly useful for viewing a work at home.
23Works for sale
Dartmoor & Teignbridge
Green Hill Arts
Fore Street, Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot TQ13 8LL
At the entrance to Dartmoor, Green Hill Arts combines exhibitions, shopping and cultural programming in a former public building. The place connects contemporary practices, rural landscape and local artists, with works available according to the exhibitions.
24Works for sale
Dartmoor & Teignbridge
TAAG Arts & Community Centre
4 -5 Northumberland Place, Teignmouth TQ14 8DD
TAAG runs several galleries in the heart of Teignmouth with a dense program of group and individual exhibitions. Devon artists frequently present paintings, drawings and prints for sale; the hangings change quickly, which justifies a regular visit.
25Works for sale
Dartmoor & Teignbridge
Teignmouth Exhibitions Pavilions
The Den Crescent, Teignmouth TQ14 8BG
The Pavilions foyer hosts free exhibitions by painters and photographers, often accompanied by direct sales. It's an easy step on the seafront, to combine with TAAG; check the calendar to find out the artist presented.
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Totnes, Dartington & Torbay
Newton Abbot Museum
Newton's Place, Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot TQ12 1JQ
Located in Newton's Place, the municipal museum regularly hosts local art exhibitions alongside its historical collections. Temporary presentations offer a vivid insight into Teignbridge's groups of painters and creators.
27Works for sale
Totnes, Dartington & Torbay
White Space Art
72 Fore Street, Totnes TQ9 5RU
Founded in 2003 in the heart of Totnes, White Space Art represents emerging and established British artists, with a strong foothold in the South West. Paintings and graphic works are presented in renewed exhibitions and clearly offered for acquisition.
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Totnes, Dartington & Torbay
Elmhirst Heritage Centre
Dartington Hall, Totnes TQ9 6EL
The new Dartington Heritage Center exhibits the Elmhirst's collection of modern British and American paintings, as well as ceramics and temporary exhibitions. The guided tour places the works in Dartington's artistic and social experience.
29Works for sale
Totnes, Dartington & Torbay
Artizan Collective Gallery
Unit 5, Fleet Walk, 74 Fleet Street, Torquay TQ2 5EB
Artizan develops exhibitions, studios and collective projects for artists from Torbay and the South-West. Its Fleet Walk gallery is hosting an ambitious program in 2026, with paintings, prints and contemporary works available for purchase.
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Totnes, Dartington & Torbay
Torre Abbey Museum & Art Gallery
The King's Drive, Torquay TQ2 5JE
This historic abbey houses a collection of paintings, sculptures and decorative arts, enriched with temporary exhibitions in the Spanish Barn and galleries. The site thus combines British art, monastic heritage and gardens in a long-term visit.
Three ready-made routes
Compose the day without zigzagging
The times below remain flexible. Check opening days, book tours by appointment and leave room for temporary exhibitions.
A day · center & quays
Queen Street, Cathedral Quarter & Exe
- RAMM at opening
- Exeter Phoenix Galleries
- South Gate Gallery and the Cathedral
- Exeter Custom House
- Positive Light Projects according to schedule
A day · estuary & coast
Topsham, Exmouth & East Devon
- The Manor Gallery in Topsham
- Seaglass Gallery in Lympstone
- Fine Art Craftsman in Exmouth
- Brook Gallery in Budleigh Salterton
- Otterton Mill or Sidmouth
A day or a weekend · Devon
Dartmoor, Totnes & Torbay
- MAKE Southwest and Bracken Gallery
- Green Hill Arts in Moretonhampstead
- TAAG in Teignmouth
- White Space Art and Dartington
- Artizan then Torre Abbey in Torquay
Institutional sources
To go further
The selection crosses the official sites of the places with cultural institutions, universities and local networks. These pages are useful for program changes and calls for artists.
- Visit Exeter - exhibitions and preparation for the stay
- RAMM - collections, exhibitions and schedules
- University of Exeter - art collection and sculpture trail
- Thelma Hulbert Gallery - visual arts and programming of East Devon
- MAKE Southwest - contemporary exhibitions and crafts
- Torre Abbey - collections and exhibitions in Torbay
Frequently asked questions
Prepare your visit
Some practical answers for choosing the right steps and avoiding closed doors.
What is Exeter's main arts district?
Queen Street and Gandy Street offer the highest institutional density with RAMM and Exeter Phoenix. The Cathedral Quarter, Sidwell Street and the quays complete the visit with independent galleries, artist-led venues and heritage spaces.
Which galleries sell works?
Sixteen locations in the directory carry the yellow "Works for Sale" badge. They range from independent galleries in Exeter and the estuary to East Devon, Dartmoor, Teignbridge, Totnes and Torbay.
Are museums free?
RAMM, Thelma Hulbert Gallery and several independent spaces are generally accessible free of charge, while some museums and heritage sites charge ticketing. Always check the official website for today's rates.
Can you visit everything without a car?
The center of Exeter and the quays can be explored on foot; Topsham, Exmouth, Teignmouth, Newton Abbot and Totnes are accessible by train. East Devon, Dartmoor and a full loop to Torbay require more preparation.
Why check same day schedules?
Artist-led spaces, studios and university galleries often open depending on the exhibitions. Some workshops only receive during events or by appointment. A quick check of the official calendar avoids a closed door.
How to buy an original painting after the trip?
You can contact the galleries bearing the yellow badge directly or consult our collection of original paintings for sale. We offer pre-purchase advice and organize international delivery.
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