Visit
Welcome to the Gallery!
Scroll down for hours of operation below and note that we are closed on Mondays. Before you visit the AGGV, please familiarize yourself with our visitor code of conduct below. We look forward to seeing you at the Gallery.
On Display
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is proud to collaborate with artists, art historians, community groups and other cultural organizations to create engaging and relevant exhibitions.
Bags
Backpacks, duffel bags, purses & shopping bags: Please limit the size of your bag and leave any non-essentials at home or in your vehicle. All bags larger than 12″ x 12″ x 9″ are prohibited in the exhibition spaces. Exceptions will only be made for first aid and medical equipment bags. Thank you for your understanding.
Free Lockers
We have several lockers with keys in our coat room. You are welcome to store your personal belongings in these while you browse the Gallery.
Admission
$15
Purchase tickets online
- Admission is always free for: AGGV Members, visitors aged 25 and under, support workers accompanying visitors who need assistance (Leisure Assistant Pass Holders), and all Indigenous peoples.
- Feel Free – Free Gallery Days Supported by TD Bank Group: Admission is free on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am – 5 pm, and every Thursday evening from 5 pm – 9 pm.
- Discounts available: Military families.
It is thanks to the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples – Songhees and Esquimalt Nations – that we are able to live, play, and explore art here.
Accessibility
The Art Gallery of Greater Victoria acknowledges that access needs are different for everyone and that these needs can also change every day. We are committed to offering meaningful access and services to make our institution and programs as accessible and barrier-free as possible.
If you have suggestions about this information or our accessibility services, please email visitorservices@aggv.ca or call 250-384-4171 ext 0.
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria welcomes visitors each day who, each in their own way, actively discover the building’s exhibitions, collections, events, and programs. The wellbeing of our staff and volunteers and ensuring our visitors can safely participate in such activities requires a secure, inclusive and respectful space free of harassment and discrimination.
Each person who chooses to visit AGGV is asked to follow the guidelines governing personal conduct and admissibility listed below.
Before you visit AGGV, please be aware of the following general conditions:
Any person or group exhibiting aggressive or threatening behaviour, using objectionable or lewd language, displaying hate-related symbols, or evoking hatred in any way towards another person, or group, will be asked to leave Gallery property.
AGGV takes instances of harassment seriously. We want to provide a safe workplace, free from abusive, threatening or violent behavior.
Harassment is any behaviour that is unwelcome or offensive to the person receiving it.
- Unwanted touching/physical contact
- Threatening language or behavior
- Abusive contact
- Persistent inquiries or contact via social media
Anyone exhibiting these behaviours will be asked to stop and to leave, and if necessary AGGV will call the police.
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10AM – 5PM
Wednesday: 10AM – 5PM
Thursday: 10AM – 9PM
Friday: 10AM – 5PM
Saturday: 10AM – 5PM
Sunday: 12PM – 5PM
*View 2025/2026 Holiday Hours Here
We want to ensure the Gallery is accessible to everyone, that’s why we offer Admission by Donation day the first Tuesday of every month and Feel Free Days.
Check our event calendar below for special dates and events!
Not your typical “art tour.” We are pleased to offer engaging explorations of all our current exhibitions. Facilitators create a relaxed and informal approach to learning and interpretation of exhibitions. Conversation, participation, and interaction encourage visitors to connect with art, ideas, and other people.
We are happy to accommodate explorations of any current exhibition!
DROP-IN
No booking required, free with admission.
Bring a friend and explore what’s on display!
GROUPS
Please pre-book. Requests must be made a minimum of 2 weeks in advance. Group rates apply.
Book early for a truly unique adventure!
