The Walters Art Museum Reviews

The Walters is one of the best art museums in the world; parking is available, the gift shop is fantastic, layout is nice, and it's free. Staff is helpful. What else could you ask for? This is a great place to get into art if you're not too familiar with it, or to introduce younger people to art.

A little bit of everything makes this a wonderful place to spend a couple of hours. Colombian, Buddha, European, Americas included. Besides the wonderful collection, what I took away from this visit was how well informed, gracious, and helpful ALL the staff were. Nice gift shop.

Some great art and a god feeling. Right downtown. Varied works and easy to both go where you want or just wander, nice plus in my books. Free and Friendly.

We were staying in Baltimore over the days that the museum was closed (Monday and Tuesday), but on two different days we managed to catch the last hour of the day before it closed for a look around. This is an amazing museum with an outstanding collection. We had just been to the Met in NYC the day before, and honestly I thought that the collection here was just as good if not better than the Met because it is much easier to explore and take in. Every room was well curated, and there was a wide range of art; from contemporary exhibitions to historical objects. The building itself is wonderful and a lovely mix of architectural styles. Had a drink in the cafe - the selection and prices were very reasonable, and the member of staff serving us was really lovely. All the staff were brilliant, helpful and very welcoming even though we came just before closing time. Thank you for being so lovely! The only disappointing thing is that we did not have enough time to explore the collection fully! We will definitely come back when next in Baltimore and take a whole day to explore this gem. Favorite place in Baltimore!

I had no idea this place was here it’s is a hidden gem from the outside I expected another quick trip around the block and then on to the next stop. But once inside just amazing And it was open until 9 PM 👍😁

I did not realize that this was the private collection of the Walters family. They amassed an excellent collection, if not somewhat eclectic. I arrived on a Saturday afternoon and did not have time to tour the whole facility, but I was able to see about 2/3 of it, all of which was very nice. I particularly enjoyed the impressionist painting collection and the Walters grand salon. There were also some very good sculptures, plus Egyptian an Asian rooms. I look forward to returning and taking my time to finish.

The Walters is one of my favorite art museums. Several unusual things put it above other museums. The size is perfect - large enough to keep coming back, but not too overwhelming. The collection is extensive, from Ancient Egypt to Faberge eggs. They have a “conservation window” open part of the time, where curators show how they take care of the art. A whole floor is dedicated to the history of the collection itself, not just the pieces in it. And best of all, it’s free. Note: the current Faberge exhibit has some exquisite pieces besides the eggs. Fully wheelchair accessible.

Amazing medieval art collection. For the first time in my life, I could get very close to stained glass windows. So cool! Discovered Ethiopian christian art. Wonderful.
We need to go again. The museum is a lot larger than what I expected.

The Walters packs a lot of really interesting stuff in a small footprint. Art from many periods - Egypt, Medieval, Renaissance, Greek sculpture. It's the little museum that has something for everyone. More adult than kid friendly.

The Walters Art Museum exceeds the hype!! It's a marvelous and jaw dropping place to visit with an extensive and elegant collection that equals many other, better known institutions throughout the country. A well recommended stop in Baltimore and it's worth a trip to Charm City to see this place!!!

The Walter Art Museum has an exceptional art Asian and Baroque art collection. It’s so beautifully displayed that we stayed longer to enjoy it than we had planned for. We enjoyed also the unique architecture of the museum building. The museum is free to all visitors.

Great museum with beautiful art work that spans multiple centuries! I have visited the Walters many times

When The Walters Art Gallery has a special exhibition, they really know how to showcase the best of the best. We were thrilled to be able to view “Betty Cooke – The Circle and the Line”.

What an incredible journey Betty Cooke has been on for the past 97 years of
her life. The exhibition at The Walters highlights her works from her
early years of jewelry making to the present. Her career started in Baltimore in her combined home, studio and shop at 903 Tyson Street and continued with her move to The Village of Cross Keys and the founding, with her husband, the late William O. Steinmetz, of a retail operation called The Store Ltd. Her jewelry was on the cutting edge of modern. My husband, who worked for Jim Rouse, found the one display case showcasing the jewelry she made for Patty Rouse over a 20-year period very interesting. Jim Rouse was one of her best-known clients. Another display case held the tools of her trade. Each display was well thought-out and expertly displayed with complete histories of the pieces. We were so glad that we had the chance to view this special exhibition.

We enjoyed visiting the Walters Art Museum. They have a wonderful collection covering a wide variety art from ancient Egypt to the present. I was particularly fascinated by their Egyptian and Assyrian exhibits. As an added bonus, they have a temporary exhibit on Russian art including several Faberge Eggs... Wow! As an added bonus, admission is free and the crowds are manageable.

Catching a cab can be a problem, so I suggest asking for the number of a cab company at the front desk.

Wow. Not only is the Walters a great museum, but it's FREE to visit! I was visiting Baltimore for a weekend, and the Walters was a quick walk over from my hotel, so I knew I had to check it out. (It's also near a few other great tourist attractions: the George Peabody Library and the Washington Monument for starters!) So glad I did! The Walters has a really interesting collection with numerous pieces from Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque Europe; ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt; Asia; Central America; the Middle East; and more! The art was displayed in really beautiful rooms as well. The museum has a small cafe, which was a great place to have a quick drink or snack, and a small gift shop! This was a great museum. Definitely worth exploring on a visit to Baltimore!

A Baltimore stable & impressive that there is no entrance fee. Museum building itself is wonderful to walk through. Highly recommend. They have hands on projects for kids, check their website.

We have driven by this museum for years and haven’t really realized that it was there. We decided to go in when we saw the Faberge exhibit. The Faberge exhibit was wonderful, the displays were amazing and well laid out with great explanations. We had time to tour two more of the floors and we really enjoyed it. The Dutch/Flemish rooms were great as well as the rest of the European art floor. Take the time to visit the “study” room!
The admission was free, parking is on the street, and there is a great museum store!

Lovely museum! The Walters collections were absolutely worth being displayed and definitely deserved a museum for everyone to visit. Justice was served!
It's definitely in the top 3 attractions of Baltimore. You will never regret a visit to this museum whether you're a passionate of history or not, you'll most likely appreciate it.

You should visit this free museum if for no other reason than to see the Faberge exhibition. I found the story of the Walters interesting—how they made tons of money so they could amass a priceless art collection. Most of the art wasn’t to my liking, but I have a bit of a short attention span when it comes to art museums unless it is something I am really interested in seeing. They have a nice café and gift shop. We meter parked on the street. There’s a miniscule parking lot across the street, but I’m not sure whether or not that is for the museum.

The Walters has an excellent collection of art and archaeology, ranging from some nice Egyptian and near Eastern pieces up to nineteenth century French academic and impressionist paintings. (So if you're looking for modern art, go to the Baltimore Museum of Art.)

The museum is fairly small for a first class art museum and, unfortunately, there are renovations that will be keeping the Hackerman house wing closed until late Spring/Summer 2018 so it's even smaller than usual. (The carriage house just reopened so the Southeast Asian collection is back on display.) The special exhibit spaces are also small.

One of the really nice features is that they have a conservator window on the fourth floor where a conservator sits on weekends. In theory, they're there to work while visitors watch, but they will show off the pieces they're working on (and additional pieces on the same theme) and discuss both the objects and the work they're doing. I've seen conservators working on cleaning various objects, reassembling a lovely ceramic I'm-not-sure-what and showing off manuscripts.

On a practical side, parking is very limited (and not free) but the museum is only a couple of blocks from the Centre street light rail station and the free Baltimore circulator stops right by it or a block away depending on the direction. They used to have a cafe, but it's undergoing renovations again. However, it is in the Mount Vernon neighborhood which has lots of restaurants, even if almost none can be seen from the museum.

The building that houses the Walters Art Museum had just re-opened the day we visited after a $10M+ renovation. The facility is beautiful and elegant and gives you a taste of how the rich loved in Baltimore in the past. The collection includes 2 Faberge eggs as well as numerous pieces from the Faberge workshop. There is an extensive collection of Asian art as well. The museum is FREE and well worth your time. It opens most days at 10 and is closed on Monday and Tuesdays. There is a café and of course a museum store with some lovely reproductions available. I couldn't escape without a pair of lapis earrings. Probably more of an older child/adult activity.

My most recent trip here was to the Charles Rennie Mackintosh and the Glasgow School exhibit. It was great-- informative, interactive, and you could get so close to the many items on display. I love the medieval items and many other parts of the collection as well. The museum is free (but I encourage you to become a member to support the work going on here!) and just a few blocks north of the main downtown part of Baltimore. The main building is lovely and the overall floor plan twists around a bit. The gift shop and cafe are worth checking out-- some nice things in the first, and just enjoying the pretty room and ambiance in the second.

This museum is a gift to us all. Admission is free and what is displayed is incredible. I would have to pay a high admission fee where I live. To see such a variety is such a gift. I loved the Roman and Egyptian art. I do love the Renaissance period and the collection was incredible! It is well worth the trip!

We visited the museum, and on the recommendation of a historian, we were sure to visit the mansion which is attached to the museum. Both were exceptional and should not be missed. I only wish we'd had more time! This is a VERY comprehensive museum with very impressive historic artifacts and art. However long you have planned, add more time to your itinerary!

A museum small enough to see a good deal of it in under two hours. And up close to the beautiful sculptures, paintings, and crafts (Majorca was featured when we were there).

The curators tried to capture some of the art in the accompanying signage, but we've seen better elsewhere. So we took the placards as suggestions or data, not direction.

The building itself, and the new nearby (connected) townhouse are magnificent. Would love to get an architectural tour some time.

The Wunderkammer display of collecters tradition was a real treat for a Museologist. The museum all around was interesting and especially the Farberge Eggs and Lelaque glass art amazing.
Our teenager enjoyed the place as much as his parents.

Although I live less than 50 miles away, I don't make it to Baltimore as often as I could. My husband and I went to the Walters yesterday to see the exhibition on Charles Rennie Macintosh before it leaves the area. What a treat the Walters is! Parking is plentiful and close by. The museum is beautiful and welcoming! While we didn't have time to do a thorough tour, just reading the list of exhibits tells me how comprehensive their collections are.

They did a beautiful job presenting the Macintosh materials. We had lunch in the small but delightful cafe -- much better than most museum food and priced comparatively.

The museum is user friendly for visitors with mobility issues. I didn't check out any special activities for kids but would think there would be lots of opportunities for them. AND THE WALTERS IS FREE! No admission fee. (We left a nice contribution in the collection box but you don't have to.) I can't recommend the Walters too highly. Loved it!

A great place to visit in the Mount Vernon area of Baltimore. Just right across the Peabody Institute sits the newly renovated Walters. There is an extensive collection of Asian, American and European arts. The Faberge is on display but will be closing on June 24th. So hurry and see the famous Faberge eggs and other Russian crafts. There are also activities for kids of all ages.

The Walters is a must and probably worth a second visit. I saw Egyptian, Mesopotamian, ancient Greek and Roman artifacts, plus the collection of Renaissance paintings is so vast that it is almost exhausting. An audio guide would be appreciated and would go a long way to understand the exhibits better. In the Egyptian, Mesopotamian, ancient Greek and Roman department, everything is explained in writing, down to the story on how age and gender of a mummy inside a coffin was determined. Much less explanations apply to the various paintings, and one would like to see a chronological or regional line in the displays, which I, for my part, could not discover. the displays in the adjacent, much older part of the building, are 19th century and contemporary, and were much less interesting to me.
All in all, still an excellent collection in an unexpected place.

A lone beacon of culture in the middle of a increasingly rough city. A visit here provides potential risk. For example, after parking on the street, I was aggressively panhandled on the way in to this establishment. Here you will find a treasure trove of interesting displays. The Dutch cabinet room of curiosities was memorable. As was the arms and armor and the paintings. The Rueben’s vase was here as well and is a must see. Unfortunately, one has to leave this oasis and go back out into the rapidly worsening urban rot and decay.

This museum is a must see when in Baltimore. It's free, it's well located, and the collection is great. They know it's not comprehensive and they don't try to fool you into thinking that it is: they curate great groupings and write excellent explanations that really teach you something without dumbing it down. Even if you are already familiar with art and art history you will find yourself enriched.

The Walter's collection includes a great variety of types of art, from European master painters to Japanese netsuke to Egyptian artifacts and medieval armor. My adult children have always loved going there since they were very young. There is something of interest to everyone. Use the audio guides if you'd like to learn more... the family audio guide was a favorite for my kids. We have visited this museum numerous times.

A member for many years, I love this eclectic collection in the heart of Baltimore. While we visited specifically for the new exhibits -- "Japanese Woodblock Prints: The Art of Collaboration", "Chinese Snuff Bottles" and "The Return of the Buddha" -- we also enjoyed strolling through the recently reopened wing in Hackerman House that contains the stunning "Art of India, Nepal and Tibet" from the John and Berthe Gilmore Ford Collection. Don't miss the city's best museum!

Beautiful buildings, but confusing to navigate. Lots of different places and time periods represented even ancient Egypt.

Probably one of the highlights of our visit to Baltimore. The museum offers an eclectic and very well displayed collection of art spanning time and cultures. Start at the 4th floor where the history of the Walters and their collection is tastefully illustrated, and make your way down. Every floor, every wing is well worth the visit. Allow for at least 2 hours.

This museum is a hidden gem in the city of Baltimore. It has concentrated on Medieval art (Byzantine, Icons, Romanesque, and Northern Europe) Islamic art, Renaissance, Baroque, Ancient Asian, and Acient World art.

It is free. There did not seem to be any parking. We used Uber. There is no cafe or any where to acquire a snack.

The museum is not large and can be completed in about 4 hours.

The Hindu and Buddha floors were beautiful and complemented the Byzantine Christian art.

It was beautiful museum.

Walters is quite a fantastic museum in Baltimore. It needs 3 to 4 hours to see most of the museum. Videos are also great.

Took a walk to The Walter’s and thoroughly enjoyed the beauty of this art museum. Right around the corner from Baltimore’s Washington Monument this museum has a modest collection of art from all over the world. It’s free to enter and donations are appreciated. Great place to go for the art lovers and those just exploring the area.

Free admission. Lots of good quality paintings. Collections of all sorts of stuff. We spent about two hours.

I was skeptical to take the 11 year old but she had a great time! Lots of art from different eras including ceramics, paintings, stone carvings, jewelry and metal work. We spent a little over two hours and we still didn't get to see it all. Her favorite part was the kid's section where she got to create her own piece of art. Download the SpotHero app to find cheap parking nearby. Before you leave, be sure to climb the monument at Mt. Vernon which is right next door!

An amazing combination of art, artifacts and history! This was our first visit but definitely not the last. A wonderful surprise in Baltimore.

If you haven't been here you will be astonished--has the full range of Western, Pre-Columbian, and Asian art, with many masterpieces, in grand Renaissance palace building

It had been many years since we visited the Walters, so our visit today was a series of welcome surprises. The classic palazzo building on North Charles Street I remembered has been refurbished, with a variety of galleries that included some of the types of arms and armor I recalled, but displayed in a new context of well-curated 17th century Dutch cabinet rooms. The Museum is now a three-building complex, including a modern addition on West Centre Street. That building featured an excellent exhibition on Fabergé and the Russian crafts legacy, as well as a compact museum store with a nice array of merchandise.

The Hackerman House of Walters Art Museum housed one of the finest Asian Art collection. Besides Asian Arts, Walters Art Museum has an amazing collection of antiquities from all over the world. Don't miss this when visiting Baltimore.

I went with my class from UB. It was to see the asian exhibit. I found it very interesting, but I was able to see the whole museum. The museum has many points of reference for history purposes.

I would give it 6 stars if I could. Small, but fantastic. Specifically the small room with the Lalique, Tiffany and Faberge decorative art plus the Treasury and European Art exhibit.
I have pictures, but cannot get them to download.

Such a doable and enjoyable museum. This place is beautiful and great for kids and family. Also a great place for a date!

The museum offers a variety of artifacts from history. The notes provided depict both the represented eras and provide a good representation of the collector and his times.

Worth stopping in periodically just for the standing exhibits, but would highly recommend for the current exhibit on Fabergé and Russian decorative arts. The contents are from the Walters’ own collection, and include two imperial eggs. There’s a fair amount of background included, and some gorgeous enamel work.

This was so much better than I was expecting! While everything could be technically called art the museum was really full of things - statues, tapestries, jewelry, arms & armor...so many objects! My young kids enjoyed it as well. This is a place I would come back to.

We have previously visited the Walters on numerous occasions and we always enjoy the special exhibitions and find new gems in the permanent collection. Today we enjoyed two Art Nouveau retrospectives. As always, we greatly enjoyed ourselves. You can't beat free admission!

I hadn't been to the Walters for many years: it looks like it has been reimagined with galleries rehung and equalizing how the amazing collection is displayed. The exhibits of Asian art is expanding (with a lot more to be on display later this spring), and there is a strong welcoming atmosphere at the museum including, on the day I visited, an open house for families to pause and create their own art in the Renaissance court. The building is a bit of a maze, but thanks to the helpful folks there, I was walked in the right direction when I was looking for something specific. All in all, a wonderful experience and one walks away with an appreciation for the welcoming friendliness of the city.

We were pleasantly surprised at this free museum, at the amount of artifacts it has, the different times and continents they are from. It took us 2 full days to finish it!!!

Street parking meters are free on sundays, and on other days, they are $2.00 an hour with a 4 hours max.

If your in Baltimore don't miss the opportunity to visit the Walters Art Museum. What a great way to spend an afternoon. This museum has something for everyone with excellent collections from Ancient Egypt to Impressionist masters. A good location for kids too as they have excellent hands on kits to help younger museum going learn to appreciate art history. Plan to spend 3 hours or more at the Walters. Lots to see.

I can just say it was amazing to me, didn't really like the Arts until my wife was studying them. hh

Great art museum. Located on four floors the art covers from 5,000 BC to current era. The museum staff is very friendly and helpful.

I enjoyed a short visit to this museum which was refreshingly free of charge. They have an amazing collectyion of artifacts from English ceramics to Egyptian mummies. The museum is just the right size that it is not overwhelming.
An enjoyable visit thanks you.

The Walters is a gold mine for anyone interested in collecting, the Walters family, and the importance of what the collection reveals. The 19th century galleries carefully recreate the way in which Walters originally displayed objects inside his home. And the paintings collected reveal his tastes of the period. Much can be learned in this museum. Go there without any doubt as the museum is free - no entrance fee at all

For a museum that is totally and completely free it is an absolute gem of a collection. Could not get over the amount of artifacts, paintings, etc that this family has collected over generations and let's access to completely free

This was a special museum where each room had a different collection of work and the descriptions for the art work were great. As we walked through, we had to marvel that these two men had the foresight to procure these beautiful pieces of art!! Still shocked this museum was free. Interesting variety and so glad we visited!

This museum is so interesting, especially considering the fact that it is a private collection (I believe it is the largest private art collection on the East Coast). While there isn't as much information on each piece as I would have liked to see, especially on some of the more esoteric pieces, it is free entry and admission and there is a wide variety of movements and moments in art history shown throughout the many floors. If you're a fan of classical art, particularly the renaissance era and early European/African, then this is a must-see for you while in Maryland.

It will easily can take you 3 hours to see everything this beautiful museum has to offer. Take your time and make this place a must stop while in the city. The building itself is beautiful inside especially the second floor gallery rooms with their high decorative ceilings and rich red and green wallpapers. No matter your interest in art you will find something to enjoy since the museum covers a wide range of art in terms of time, style and regions. The asian collection is definitely one of the most extensive ones here. Many rooms have comfy seats to take a break and appreciate the works of art. It's free to enter which is amazing for such an extensive collection. The museum is conveniently located next to many other notable sightseeing destinations so you can easily work it into your itinerary.

the Walters is like the Met in NYC in miniature. similarly exquisite encyclopedic collection, immersive and beautiful gallery spaces in which the collection is displayed, and informative, thoughtful signage and placards. where it differs from the Met is the crowds - even on a weekend afternoon, it's not uncommon to have an entire gallery to yourself. this free museum is a jewel box of baltimore: you won't regret spending a few hours getting to know its fantastic collection.

Was pleasently surprised with this museum. Former private collection, donated to the public. European art. Egyptian collection and much more. Not a contempary museum. Free entry.

I really enjoyed visiting this museum during my first date with my husband. I found it to be very educational and the location was perfect for catching the light rail.

Very nice indie museum. Parking could be better, but still a nice way to kill an afternoon with your family without breaking the bank.

We visited this gorgeous museum twice and loved both times. It is a great story about Baltimore and there are wonderful artifacts. We enjoyed talking to one of the restorers in the restoration room. We also enjoyed the selection in the museum gift store. They have great programs for children - keep an eye on their website. Parking is close by and there is plenty of it and it is just a great outing for grown up and child alike. Do go!

Amazing the quantity and above all, quality of art and objects collected by the Walters father and son duo. A must visit museum in Baltimore.

So much variety of art, the building itself is wonderful and a lovely mix,the museum also has a nice ambience.

I probably can’t say anything that hasn’t already been said about this place but it’s really cool and completely free to get in.
This collection of art and artifacts is enormous and spans what seems like all eras and areas from ancient Egypt and beyond.
Make sure you set aside some time to really take in the pieces if you find yourself generally interested in a wide variety of art and history. There is a LOT to see and read and learn here and I think it deserves the time to enjoy and appreciate everything it has to offer. And hey, if you don’t get to it all in one day, it’ll be free another day too!

We stopped here on accident after we realized the bus we got on wasn’t actually going to the Baltimore Art Museum.

Initially we were pleasantly surprised by the extensive and varied collection of the museum. Since this was a family’s collection many of the items were displayed as if you were viewing it in someone’s home.

The reason why I gave this a 3 is due to the outdated and at times offensive phrasing/descriptions that were associated with the pieces. Pieces that were typical European or Christian based were described in great detail with an understanding and appreciation of the piece. Those pieces depicting other religions or ethnicities had descriptions as if they were written in the 50s and were never updated. This included words like “orientalized” in reference to the depiction of people in paintings, calling the Huns from Inner Mongolia ugly because they weren’t blonde like the Europeans were, which made them extra scary and referring to Hindu religious carving as “idols” for the title with the name of the deity in parentheses and a description revolving more around the confusion and disdain Europeans had for such statues than the actual religious significance. It was also odd that in the armory they put together pieces of armor from all over the world in one piece as if they all came from the same location and would be worn by the same person.

Overall if there was more attention to the descriptions such that it read from this decade, this museum would rate higher for me.

My Arthurian Literature class went on a trip to Medieval Times and we stopped at the museum to look at the medieval armor and weaponry. Te group, which included a few young children, learned quite a bit about the medieval armor and in brought to life the stories of the Arthurian time period. The only downfall, was the price at the care and gift shop. We are college students on a limited budget.

Encyclopedic collection from Ancient World through 19th century which is very manageable and not overwhelming. Magnificent pieces by Tiffany and Faberge along with wonderful paintings by Academic painters Gerome and Alma-Tadema. And its all free! Drop in free tours on weekends at 1pm.

Walters has a terrific collection of both Western and non-Western art, so much interesting art to see. We've been here several times, and I've led several student groups here over the years. Always a great trip. Everyone is super helpful, and the art collection is amazing.

I was quite impressed with this collection, everything from early Medieval art to Greek and Roman statuary to Islamic and Precolumbian pieces to Egyptian artifacts, you name it they have it! Some natural history specimens are thrown in for good measure too. The best part is it's totally free! (Of course I would suggest you throw at least a few dollars in donation box.)
It's in the Mount Vernon historical district just steps away from the Washington monument there. Don't miss it!

Museum with a twist. Wide variety, old and older exhibits and brand new ones, strange items, quirky find. The life's work of Mr. Walter and so much more.

There is no bicycle parking and staff actively discourage bike parking outside the museum. Once inside the museum is quite nice. Just plan to drive and struggle to find parking.

The collection is incredible. The building is beautiful in a fabulous locastion near the Peabody and even children will love the armor collection the Walter’s has.

I very rarely go to art museums in other cities since I live near the Smithsonian museums in DC, but I was in Baltimore and this one looked interesting. It was wonderful and I would highly recommend it. The range of art and artifacts was huge (time-wise and culture-wise) and everything was laid out well and there was plenty of information about the pieces. I wish that I had known about the exhibit Objects of Curiosity so that I could have gone to that section first and spent most of my time there. The exhibit focuses on the questions that come up for museum curators and conservationists all the time: what was this used for? who made it? from what time period is it? is it a forgery? The exhibits looked so interesting and educational, but I was out of time and really didn't get to read anything about it. What a fascinating exercise for museum-goers to experience. The museum is free and it's a bit labyrinthian with all the various exhibits, so you really need to give yourself plenty of time to see everything. The parking in the lot across the street is $20 and seems like it usually has plenty of space. The museum is open until 8pm on Thursday nights, which made it very convenient to go to after visiting other things during the day.

A real Baltimore treasure! They always have revolving exhibits and speakers as well as an ever-interesting array of amazing artwork from throughout the ages. The space itself is worth the visit!

Visited the Walters Art Museum with my college-aged son. We both really enjoyed our visit. The exhibition “Fabergé and the Russian Crafts Tradition” was fantastic. The Fabergé eggs alone are worth visiting the museum. We both also enjoyed the exhibition “From Rye to Raphael”. The painting collection was great. 7 beautiful Geromes, a very nice Breton, and a strong Impressionist collection. If you appreciate the Frick or Gardner Museums, you will love the Walters. The art conservation window was open and the conservationist spent 10 minutes talking to us and explaining her conservation techniques. Absolutely loved the museum !!!

PROS
* Excellent amazing fantastic museum
* Interesting unique amazing building
* Incredible exhibits from around the world that are spellbinding- from ancient Egyptian, Near east, Roman to 19th century
* The depth and breadth of the collection is hard to comprehend
* Great location with other stuff at mount Vernon Place, including the nation's first Washington Monument
* It is totally free admission

CONS
* Despite the building being a work of art in and of itself, there is a challenge to maneuver all the galleries- not a clear path for the journey- it's a bit not organized smoothly according to topic or era or geographic origin
* No evident parking other than on the street with a meter
* It used to be known as the Walters Art Gallery- the name probably changed with the addition of the other modern building extension which was attached.

"I VISITED THIS PLACE"...
... because I love museums and was eager to see this one- easily the best- and by far- in Baltimore. It is certainly world- class.

I especially enjoyed the paintings, the sculptures, the medieval armaments and weapons of war, the ancient Egyptian and Roman stuff and masks and sculptures and mummies.

But the absolute best for me was seeing the full size Roman sofa from the first century, with the explanation that this was how the royalty ate the festive meals. this is the origin of leaning at the famous Jewish Passover seder meal and it was thrilling to see an ctual real verification of the tradition from 2000 years ago.

WAS IT WORTH THE COST?
Yes- it is free

WOULD "I VISIT THIS PLACE" AGAIN?
For sure

ADVICE
Go and enjoy but plan to park on the street with a meter

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I love that this museum is in our area. It is easy to get to and plenty of parking. The museum itself is never dull. So much to see and learn about. Love the exhibits and the ambiance of the place. Great place for any age.

They have everything here!! The interior is amazing and you can roam around outside after checking out the musuem.

I have to say that this is not the type of museum I usually visit. I like more modern art, but since the museum was free, we gave it a try. I’m still not a big fan of ancient art, but it was well done with a large variety. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

All I have to say is WOW! This place was truly amazing. I couldn't believe how many artifacts were on display from all over the world and in such a beautiful building. Oh, and it's free!!

The WALTERS has wonderful exhibits and beautiful paintings-The museum has been given a face lift and is pleasing to to the eye. Plenty of places to sit down and admire the various works

This is the best museum in Baltimore. It is full of art & artifacts. It has such a vast collection that most of the collection can not be displayed. It is a great place to take children. The Egyptian exhibit is great.

The Walters Art Museum is truly a gem in the middle of Baltimore. They've a wonderful collection, in a gorgeously restored building. The staff are friendly and polite, always willing to answer questions and guide you to other exhibits. If you're free, be sure to stop by!

The Walters is highly recommended for anyone who loves art museums. The arms and armaments collection is very unusual and the fine arts collection is full of surprises. The museum collection covers pretty much the entire range of known human existence and is displayed in several connected buildings which are beautiful in their own right. Admission is free.

This place is amazing. I highly recommend this to anyone. I can't believe how much art this place has to see.

Walking through the museum’s historic buildings you will be amazed at the stunning collection of thousands of years of art, from romantic 18th and 19th-century images of French gardens to Ethiopian icons, richly illuminated Qur’ans and Gospel books, ancient Roman sarcophagi, and images of the Buddha. It was acquired by William Walter’s and later his son, Henry Walter’s.
Make sure you allow time to see it all so you won’t later have regrets!
Also, visit the Hackerman House next door, which is one of the most elaborate in the city, housing the Asian art of the collection.

I was looking for some sights as I was alone in Baltimore for a 5 day conference. I came across this on a map. I used an uber to get there as the weather was terribly hot when I was there.
What a hidden gem. It was beautiful inside and so peaceful. I have been to many art museums and this is must say was better than even Chicago...No major masterpieces but was amazing collection and only $5 to get in. Would highly recommend.

One of the best local (?) museums in the region. The 18th - 19th century European collections is one of the best. Wow... Delacroix, Monet, JMW Turner, Sir Alma Tadema, Degas... Oh my. Some of these you won't even see them either Met in NY or National Gallery in DC. Pieces from High Renaissance are excellent as well starting from the first Raphael's work to be arrived in the US across the Pond. The building is a bit tricky. Make sure you visit all the galleries. The museum store is a bit so so, though, as not many varieties, not even on magnets or postcards, were presented.

Tucked away, only a short distance from the Inner Harbor, in Baltimore, the Walters is a vibrant art museum that offers exhibits and activities for the whole family. On previous visits, accompanied by my grandchildren, we have sampled some of the special activities for kids. Most recently, we traveled from northern Virginia to view the special exhibit about Charles Rennie Mackintosh. We were there on one of the last days of the exhibit, so the show was quite crowded. I did wish the signage was larger, since the information was important to the understanding of the art we were viewing. On a less crowded day, it probably would have been adequate. Also wish the cafe menu was posted on line. We were traveling with someone on a special diet and were hesitant to plan to eat at the museum, not knowing what was available. After eating lunch off site, we discovered that the offerings would have met our needs. Museum is free and well worth a visit.

Even though I gre up in baltimore and have visited the Walters more times than I can remember, I never tire of the incredible collection, the interesting object installations, wonderful instructional and informational text, and always helpful staff. My most recent visit was to catch the Mackintosh & the Glasglow School touring exhibit - absolutely incredible and wonderfully curated; as the Walters is always apt to do they also had a related small exhibit from their own holdings. The Walters is definitely a required stop for all visitors and residents as well.

A group of 4 visited the museum on a Sunday morning. What a collection Mr Walters put together. The Faberge Egg and other Faberge items are truly exquisite. There seems to be a little of something of interest to all here. The Flemish collection was also very nice. Also this museum is free and in a nice area at the first Washington Monument.

My friend and I visited recently. This was not the museum I expected for free admission. It was huge and full of a wide range of exhibits. It was so large I was not able to visit the entire museum. I will certainly be back. The study collection was my favorite part. It's worth the trip and in a nice part of Baltimore. Go and you wont be let down.

This little gem in Baltimore is absolutely phenomenal. They have a rich art collection and historic artifacts that date back to Bezantynia. Just fantastic. A big plus is that it's free admission as well.

Great place to visit in baltimore and it’s free admission a lot cool exhibits and beautiful paintings. Must go place while visiting Baltimore

The Walters Art Museum is an unique example of some old antiquities and Modern art. Eclectic.....but fun....enjoy the Cafe and be sure to order the Powerhouse! A classic of Baltimore fare...

A terrific, eclectic collection of art. Egyptian sarcophagi? Check. American paintings? Check? Asian art? Check. Medieval armor & weapons? You got it. There is something to excite everyone here, including kids. And the building itself is awesome. I live in Delaware but visit every chance I get.

I love this museum. It's a great size (not too big, not too small) and has a varied collection that spans from ancient times to the 19th century. Well worth visiting if you're in Mt. Vernon.

Wow, what an amazing collection of art not to mention it is free!!!!! The vast array of artifacts span an unbelievable amount of historical periods and cultures. A true hidden gem in the city of Baltimore!!!!!

This museum was so fun for my 3 and 7 year old. Suits of armor, bugs, a mummy... we didn't really make it off of the first floor. Except to go to the lower level, where kids could complete an art project, all for free. It was really fun and I wish I could have seen more of the art!

Free with a great Ancient Egyptian display. I visited about 5pm and had the place to myself. It is open to 9pm on some nights

We were lucky enough to visit while the Faberge and Russian Crafts Tradition exhibit was on view. However, there are so many wonderful pieces in this collection that I would have been happy to visit at anytime. The permanent collection features Greek and Roman sculpture, the Masters ( from many regions) and beautiful jewelry. During our visit any art restorer was on hand and explaining her work. Fantastic experience

The Walters Art Museum is a treasure showcasing over 2000 years of exquisite masterpieces from around the world. Located in the shadows of the Mount Vernon Monument in the heart of the city of Baltimore, the Walters is a splendid place to spend time learning from and enjoying beautiful works of art.

Extensive collections attractively displayed make this free (as in no admission charge) museum a must-see attraction. We spent over two hours in the Ancient Art section (Egyptian, Ancient Near Eastern, Greek, Roman, and Ancient Persian exhibits) and still didn't see everything. There are four floors of art, a gift shop, restaurant, and children's activity section.

We walked up from the inner harbor, and it wasn't a difficult walk. The museum was free and it was very well laid out. The displays were interesting and educational. I would definitely recommend!

This is my second time here. And the atmosphere and exhibits are still enjoyable. The community has improved with more eatries and extra living space for the students at the University.

I live in NYC and I'm spoiled with our museums and not quick to praise, but this place was an unexpected treat! Not only was I excited to look inside 1 West Vernon Place, a beautiful mansion in the Mount Vernon district, but there was a lot to see! From European Art to the Art of the Americas, this is a must stop and a quick ride from Inner Harbor.

the art in this collection is housed in a building that is different and interesting. it has 4 levels and another side, connected at the 3rd floor. the signs make it easy to know what kind of art is where. walking around i felt as if i was in a mansion, not a building. it was more of a personal experience than the usual museum experience. its right by the circulator"s (free bus) purple line bus stop and one block from the washington monument & basillica.

This is a charming museum in a lovely neighborhood of Baltimore City. They have something for everyone from Egyptian Mummies to all sorts of amazing collections from insects to miniatures as well as fine art. It is one of the most diverse museums that I have been to. There is also a good hands on venue for children. And ... it is free. We enjoy taking our grandkids there.

Good place to go . Down side the parking. Very open space . It wasn't busy so that was a plus. The store is small but has a lot on it. If you have small children you may want to avoid.

We happened to be visiting the area for Thanksgiving and staying in a hotel a couple blocks away. What a gem this is! We are generally not art or museum people, more national park types. We tend to prefer active and outdoor activities. But we went there three times over the course of two days.

First, it is free. So you can just come and go when it fits your schedule (and it's open of course). Our first day, we went to the Washington Monument just across the street and then to the museum. We spent an hour in just side of one floor. We then left to get lunch and return to our hotel room for a bit. We then went back for another 90 minutes until meeting others at a restaurant. The next morning we had about 2 hours before an event and we went back to finish up the floors we missed the first day.

The content inside the museum from armor, snuff bottles, ancient jewelry and other artifacts, paintings, what a great mixture that held my interest. We highly recommend it.

This museum has a series of collections that span medieval times through to today. Fairy lovely, nice café, beautiful view of Mount Vernon. Highly recommend.

We were very impressed with the art and the sculpture collection. Very nicely done. There were some contemporary pieces but most were lovely, historic pieces. I would have loved to have more time to explore here.

A very eclectic museum reflecting its origin as a private, family art collection. Not much American art--apparently Walters was not very interested in it. But fabulous examples of European art, especially from the middle ages. No admission charge!

There was a tour about Religious Pilgrimages. It was free and we loved it. What a wonderful way to visit the museum. Afterwards we were entertained by strings in the main hall. Can't wait to return and see more!

This place is great. A wonderful collection of art from around the world. We especially loved the Chinese and Indian art. Also the armor and old muskets were very cool. The large old mansion house that is part of the museum was a pleasant surprise as well. The staff were all incredibly friendly and helpful. Lots of kid activity room. A great place to give kids a chance to learn about art.

I enjoyed going to the Walters Museum and seeing their collection of Egyptian artworks and East Asian artworks but the only complaint I have is how the building is organized. It's kind of complicated getting around but you should be fine.

There are two entirely different worlds housed within one building - depending on which entrance you use. The 4-story Centre & Charles St Buildings bedazzled us with an array of Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque art and sculpture; as well as works from Asia, Europe, and pieces from ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt. Cross over to, or enter via 1 West Mount Vernon Place to be awed by the spiral staircase, stunning chandeliers, fire places, old wood library, and airy sitting rooms - home to collections of books, porcelain objects and works of art beyond compare.
Free to the public, the museum certainly fulfills its goal of bringing people and art together in environment where all can embrace the beauty.

The Walters Museum is your place for ancient art and magnificent Chinese porcelain. While it doesn't have any modern or contemporary art, it houses a world class collection of Greek sculptures. Warm and friendly staff, A must see in Baltimore.

This is not a museum to be missed! So many amazing works in one beautiful well thought out building. I was impressed by the moment I walked into the Charles street entrance and was given instructions by a lovely gentleman. We had small snack, shopped first, and again at the gift shop. The people at both of these were also so pleasant. To have such a major art institution, and for it to be FREE is truly a gift. Thank you City if Baltimore!!

I recommend everyone see this treasure, absolutely in the top five list for Baltimore!

This is the art collection of William Walters and Henry Walters of Baltimore, who were industrialists and bankers who had a keen interest in fine arts.

It is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm, and admission is free.

I love this museum. They have a wide variety of European and Asian art, as well as Islamic art, Egyptian artifacts, and much more. The collection includes a Monet for those interested in Impressionists.

It is a beautiful way to spend a few hours. I go there frequently as it is right near my work.

Highly recommended.

Excellent collection of art and artifacts elegantly displayed. It will take you through millenia of history. Great location. Free entry and free parking nearby.

This is a lovely small museum of the Walters private collection. Because it's free, you can come back and see things that you missed, if you have enough "art" or not enough time to see the entire exhibit. Mostly paintings, but some pottery, and other things. The staircase is truly magnificent. Looks just like the photos. Also free clean bathrooms!

Really a great hidden gem in Baltimore. Admission is free but you'll want to drop a few bucks in the donation till because it's such a great piece of entertainment. Awesome artifacts and the home portion of teh tour is interesting.

This is a perfect place to view and enjoy art. The building is stunning and the collections (mostly classical) are amazing.

Awesome place, the descriptions of each piece was just the right balance of details. It was free admission which made it even better. We went back the next day to see more.

The museum has a nice collection of arts and there is an interesting contrast between modern and classic vintage in the interior. The museum also has a nice ambience to just sit and sketch, or simply appreciate the arts. It isn't too crowded esp in weekdays, so you'll be able to fully enjoy your visit.

Recently,I had a wonderful two day return visit to the Walters Art Museum.Since I appreciate Late Medieval,Renaissance,and Baroque Period Art,this art museum is clearly my cup of tea.This free art museum has a prodigious collection of Italian works of Art.Favorite Italian paintings at the Walters include:Andrea di Bartolo's"Virgin and Child with 4 Evangelists",Bartolo di Tommaso's"Funeral of Saint Francis",Olivuccio di Ciccarello da Camerino's"Altarpiece With Virgin and Child With Saints",Neri di Bicci's"Coronation of Virgin",Fra Bartolomeo's"Ideal City",Cristoforo Caselli's"Saint Louis of Toulouse,Saint Francis,and John of Capistrano",Raphael and Workshop's"Madonna of Candelabra",Guido Reni's"Saint Catherine",Giovanni Pannini's"View of Roman Colisseum",and Albert Pasini's"Damascus"(fine Orientalism).It also has a splendid array of French paintings,including fine oil paintings by Theopile Bigot,Phillippe de Champaigne,Jean Ingres,Jean Leon Gerome,Jean Corot,Claude Monet,Camille Pissarro,and Eduard Manet,among numerous others.The Walters Art Museum is a true charm in America's"Charm City" and worthy of high recognition.

It was a good day with friends and family for Black History month. I learned more than I thought I did. And helped the children understand that you never know everything. There is always a chance to learn more.

This place is free. THIS PLACE IS FREE. It was chocked full of beautiful exhibits and impressive pieces both for their intricacy and size. My friend and I kept walking into room after room and staring “I can’t believe this is free”. We visited for the “Paws on Parchment” exhibit and were blown away. Gorgeous interior to match the beautiful exhibits. The staff were helpful as well. Definitely worth a stop!

The Walters Art Museum is free to enter. There are four floors to explore. The collection was put together by a father and son who purchased art on their travels. There was also a local artist display on the first floor.

The Board of Directors of the Walters Art Museum and Julia Marciari-Alexander, Andrea B. & John H. LaPorte, kindly invited us to a Member Appreciation Breakfast in the Sculpture Court to celebrate our more than 20 years of membership at the Walters. The breakfast was delicious and filling. We enjoyed coffee, yogurt with granola, an everything bagel with cream cheese, and fresh mixed fruit. We were seated at tables of 10 and the court was full. It was such a nice event, and we were able to meet other members and have interesting conversations. Ashley, one of the staff members, came over and joined our table. She was upbeat and so welcoming. It was nice to see someone who enjoyed their work. Julia Marciari-Alexander, the Executive Director and CEO, took the time to make some remarks. She made the museum come to life with her enthusiasm and commitment.

After her remarks, we went and walked thru the 4th, 3rd and first floor new exhibitions. Quite frankly, I do not think that the museum has ever looked better. We were impressed with each and every room we visited. We will definitely be coming back to spend more time enjoying the collections of Henry Walters. What an extraordinary gift he bestowed on Baltimore City and the State of Maryland. We are so grateful to have such a fine museum in our city.

The shear size of this museum is amazing, and the fact that it is free admission is awesome. The diversity of art, space and more makes it a Baltimore must-see.

The Walters was better than expected. The layout of the galleries is very conducive to moving from one room to the next. The most impact was in the Chamber of Wonders. We enjoyed the concept so much that we re-worked our library walls into our own "Chamber of Wonders". The room was fascinating. We also went through the other galleries as well, spending several hours there.

Tastefully designed place for learning and appreciate art work. They organize wonderful learning labs for kids, which is awesome. Very nice collection. Time well spent (at least for me)

Can’t believe this museum was not crowded. It’s a hidden gem full of floor after floor of sculptures, relics, paintings and even books. A must see...

I enjoy coming to this museum. The art is lovely and diverse. I would definitely recommend stopping by.

Staff was superb especially the two young ladies at the information desk. Would have paid to view but it was free, Very well laid out collection and a highlight of our short visit, I recommend this to all art lovers and those who appreciate a piece of Baltimore history on the collectors.

The Walters Gallery is probably the best classical museum in Baltimore. The collection spans from the prehistoric to the modern. A great place to spend an afternoon. While more culturally inclined teens will be fine, there really isn't much here for younger children.

I was completely blown away with the breathe of the the collection. Painting, Religious relics, Greek and Roman artifacts a really fine museum with a very varied holding.

I have visited the Walters dozens of times and cannot recommend it enough. The collection is eclectic enough to make each visit unique.

It has been many years since we visited the Walters. It's even better and bigger than we remembered. There is a wide assortment of artifacts. The special exhibit Majolica Mania is beautiful. We stayed about 2 hours. This museum is a real gem.

The Walters Museum is an expression of a family and their penchant for collecting art! The buildings are beautiful, and the collections Fabulous!

Me and my wife visit the place but did not know what to expect and it was the best place in baltimore. Quite, very clean and amazing art all over the place. We had a blast and if you have time go into each room and take a look into every peace of art because it is worth it.

This place is amazing!! You could spend all day and still not see everything!! Staff is very helpful and enjoyed out visit!!

Free museum, high quality collection well presented. Very good temporary exhibits. Don't miss the audio tour of the new building.

Excellent art museum. Most of all it is free to visit! I was told about this place after visiting Washington Monument, which was nearby. So happy that I did. The collection is beautiful! A little something for everyone. The staff at the gift shop were so nice to talk to. I would definitely return. I really do love the Mount Vernon area of Baltimore.

What an incredibly fun day we had at The Walters Art Museum celebrating the Chinese New Year – the year of the Rat. We arrived when the museum opened at 10 AM and were warmly greeted by Aric. We thought we would enjoy coffee in the café and do a little shopping in the museum store before the activities began. The museum offered programs from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM – mostly in the museum, but some in the street outside as well. If you have never attended a Chinese New Year event, we strongly urge you to do so next year. We had such a great time. There was something for every age group to participate in and enjoy.

Several in our group of 6 participated in the Zodiac Scavenger Hunt which took them thru the Arts of Asia galleries looking for the clues on the instructions. We all took the time to go to the auditorium to enjoy performances by the Baltimore Chinese School and the Korean Culture and Art of Maryland groups. They presented several dances. We were thrilled to have the opportunity to see the Dragon Dance, Taiji Fan Dance, Sour Jujube Dance, darling children dancing as “The Rats”, Mature Woman Fan Dancing, Two Women Specialty Fan Dancing, and Four Women with Drums. These dancers were so elegant and skillful. We hope that these dances are never lost.

We then went to see The Johns Hopkins University Yong Han Lion Dance Troupe in the Sculpture Court. The sounds of the drums beating only added to the lively and colorful Lion Dance. We were overlooking the Sculpture Court and had a great view. It was especially nice to see families enjoying the day with their children. The children were mesmerized by the lions. All in all, we had a fabulous day in a superb museum with so much to offer to the citizens of Baltimore City. Thank you!

This was a great surprise. All of the art collection is amazing. The water color painting section is the most beautiful I’ve ever seen like looking at a photo. I love the paintings in the Green Red and Blue rooms. The admission is free but you can’t resist making a donation.

A great museum but could use some signs stating where to go! It is free which is great! What a surprise for that, but while we were in a section of the museum, there was a corridor that had a sign in the middle that stated it was under construction so we didn't go thru there, only to find out when we finally asked about a section we couldn't find that we were to go around the sign, around a wall to another huge section of the museum! We would have totally missed a big part. Someone should put a different sign stating to go around?! Can't believe we are the only ones who got confused....Very nice to have a free coat closet. Very good museum and you can take as much or little time as you want to explore the sections you are interested in.

First of all it is FREE! The collections are absolutely beautiful and well maintained. I was there on a day when there were about 200 students touring as well, however thery did not impede my tour through the museum or the experience at all. The staff is friendly and very helpful. It was a absolutely enjoyable experience and did I forget to mention...admission is FREE!

My husband and I were visiting over the weekend from Pittsburgh and we stopped by here on a rainy afternoon since it was free. Beautiful collection! Very impressive.

Really interesting collection always something new to discover. I also appreciate the various ways they attempt to increase community involvement in the museum.
Free to the public.

Great diversity of articles shown here. (BTW, the sisters' collection is not here but at the Baltimore Museum of Art). While the name says art, there's a lot more here than just objects of art. It's more about collecting in general than art in particular. There's even a room at the rear left called Collectors Room. We very much enjoyed our visit here. BTW it's right by the other Washington Monument and immediately adjacent to a free Purple bus stop.

The Walters Museum will be a delight for the art lovers with its great collection of antiquities. I was there a few weeks back and I regret not visiting it before. The museum offers glimpses of the past through those relics. Great place to visit with family!!!

Worth a visit. Enjoyed the diversity. Thank you Mr. Walters. A nice calm air conditioned facility full of history and art.

I strive to visit annually. This is free and always has important exhibits. The Egyptian art and artifacts are always nice to see.

It's moving to discover how and why the American Anthem was written. if children attend at 17:00 they can help to fold the Flag along with the raiders.

I went with a meetup group. I didn't think there was a museum in Baltimore and this was pleasant surprise. It is close to the Inner Harbor if you like to walk. The docent that guided us was awesome; very knowledgeable. The layout of the museum flowed well and the elevator helped. The items displayed and their history were interesting. I would go back.

The collection is extensive and exhibited in a manner that allows one to view the collection at one's leisure, and without dealing with crowds. The mansion itself offers a glorious backdrop to the vast collection. The museum is clearly a hidden gem in Baltimore and worth visiting more than once!

Having just returned from a trip to France and northern Italy last fall, I have seen a few museums. While on a family visit to Baltimore my wife and I decided to check out the Walters Museum of Art. Upon entering we were greeted by cheery and helpful staff. Then came the surprises! Literally thousands of art pieces spanning the centuries. I have never seen such a splendid Byzantine era display! Then we went on to the early Renaissance. I was greatly impressed with the Impressionist period pieces with pieces from Monet and Manet, but also lesser known artists of the period. The Lalique, Faberge, and Tiffany jewelry took my breath away. Attached to, and part of, the museum is the well restored three story mansion--1 West Mount Vernon Place. The spiral staircase with the overhead glass dome is an architectural masterpiece. There is no charge to visit the museum but they will graciously accept donations. This is a must see gem of Baltimore.

The museum's foreboding exterior should not chase anyone away. Thje interior is fine and the staff is friendly, courteous and helpful. The normal collection was nice and the reproduction of the Walters salon was worth seeing.

We went specifically to see the Charles Rennie Mackintosch exhibit which was rather disappointng and not well curated. It did not focus on the headliner but rather on the Scottish movement with the best pieces from his wife and other members the groups. A a more relaistic description of the exhibit would deterred us from making the trip.

Yes it was. Located in the Mt. Vernon section of Baltimore which itself is a very nice area, this museum and it’s new addition has everything. Impressionists, Greek and Roman art, Egyptian artifacts, medieval and ancient world art. We spent about an hour but you spend hours exploring. And it’s free. Plus you can go next door to the Washington Monument and climb to the top.

Visits to the Walters Museum of Art is always a good place to go. Whether as an outing for a specific exhibit or out of general curiosity to see what's new, the Walter's is always a good choice.

If you love Egyptian or Roman/Grecian, or European art from any period or armor or Asian art......then set aside at least a day to wander through the halls of the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore. I have never seen such high quality pieces in such a variety of areas in one place—it puts the MFA in Houston to shame! And it’s FREE! and everyone who works there is so lovely. You won’t be disappointed!

Although much of the art is not my favorite, there is so much to see that even a 1-2 hour run through is wonderful. There are some well known artists but most of the paintings are not. There is a lot of Italian church art. The whole collection is quite eclectic. There are decorative arts, some furniture and a lot of sculptures and bronzes. The Walters were also interested in Islamic and Asian artifacts. Since the museum is free, it should be on all art lovers visit list. Nice cafe space on the premises with salads and sandwiches.

My family enjoyed their visit. There was a lot to see and explore. My kids especially enjoyed the Renaissance galleries, especially where there were sculptures they tried to imitate, and my two older kids loved the ancient culture exhibits. It is a great museum worth visit, however, the staff by the entrance were a little cold. While they answered our questions and helped us find our way around, they seemed annoyed the whole time we interacted with them. It felt like we were inconveniencing them.

We first visited the Walters about a month ago and we were surprised and impressed at the scale of this museum. After living close to another free-to-us museum where we lived previously, I was expecting something on the scale of a small-town museum. However, I was quickly proven wrong. We can't stop taking family here. In four visits we keep coming back to the same galleries so we haven't even seen everything yet.
All museums started by private collectors tend to have a focus, which is fine. While the Walters does have more variety than most, it's particularly strong in the Medieval galleries (a quick look at the labels will inform you that most of the pieces were from Henry Walters' collection), and in Greek & Roman art. Labels were particularly well written and informative in this section, which is very helpful. The Dutch cabinet rooms are not actually displays of furniture (I thought they would be...) but rather a "cabinet of wonders" style display of Dutch art, which is neat. Whether the goal is a quick stop in or a deep dive, the Walters doesn't disappoint.

Wow, this place was a treat. What a cool collection, and the perfect size. I only wish I’d given myself more time. Favorites include the Arms and Armor room and basically the whole top floor (besides appreciating art, I am not great with styles and periods—my art history class was great but long ago, so I can’t be much more descriptive). I knew nothing about Leon Bonvin—what a talent. These are notable because they aren’t anything I would purposely seek out—a testament to the collections. Two other favorites were the Prometheus sculpture and Judith Decapitating Holofernes (top floor). Heads up: there are mummified remains of a young girl on the first floor. As parent to a young girl, I was equally compelled and disturbed. That’s art, but I imagine it would be hard for a loss parent to stumble on. Other than that, enjoy this awesome museum.

PS: Free lockers!

The Walters Gallery in the Mt. Vernon neighborhood is a hidden gem. It was an amazing collection, and it's free (donations accepted). We enjoyed the Collectors Studio as well as the Chamber of Wonders.

Researched before trip to babysit 4 yr old grandson. This museum was recommended for weekend art activities for children. My grandson fell in love with the play area outside the art room so we did not get to do watercolor. But, boy did he have a grand time with the other kids there! The play area is well-stocked with mind-motivating activities. Comfortable chairs for adults to relax in. It was hard to get him away at the end. Which is a good sign.

This is one of the best art museum I have been too. The collection of art is different that most. The Greek are was one our favorite rooms. Also, the mummy which was my teenagers favorite. I went with my 14 and 17 year old this museum kept their attention for three hours. Each room we walked in we were at awww with all the pieces.
The museum is free and located in MT Vernon district close to the Peabody museum and Washington Memorial. Beautiful neighborhood with brick streets and parks

The whole museum was full of wonderful art. I am glad I had the opportunity to come here and look at the different pieces of work. There are historical and religious pieces that will blow your mind away

This wonderful museum is filled with mid-19th century art. Take your time when you visit. It's easy to linger as you won't be fighting any crowds. And it's free!

Yesterday, we were invited to The Walters Museum to see our grand-daughter’s art work that was being displayed as part of the Baltimore County Public School Student Art Exhibition. We were thrilled – this is the second time her artwork has been selected to hang at The Walters Museum. We were indeed very proud grandparents!

In addition, we took the time to walk thru and enjoy From Rye to Raphael: The Walters Story. This exhibit tells the story about the Walters family gift of art to Baltimore. We viewed 200 works, plus family photographs and historic material taken from the archives.

We were thrilled to see the exhibition: Fabergé and the Russian Crafts Tradition: An Empire’s Legacy. Faberge was a jeweler and goldsmith to the Russian imperial court. Like everyone, we were so taken with the intricate details that went into making a Faberge egg. In addition to creating the most beautiful eggs, Faberge also made rich colored enamels, gold and silver vessels, stunning jewelry and icons. He and his team embodied talent.

The museum is free and wheel chair accessible.

Not to be missed. Lovely museum that can be done in a day. The neighborhood is wonderful--shops, restaurants, sights.

Amazing art museum with wonderful staff and friendly security. So many different exhibits to please everyone's tastes. Paintings, sculpture, artifacts etc. I was lucky to catch the Majolica exhibit on the last day.

We went in to kill some time, and my exhausted friend and I were rapt. We found one amazing thing after another, with the Renaissance and Medieval collections really standing out. We were about to leave when we saw the Egyptian exhibit. By the time we were done there, we had spent one of the best evenings either of us could remember. A must see if you possess even a flicker of interest in art or history.

The best museum in Baltimore. Incredible Cabinet of Curiodities, a very good collection of paintings and an interesting building. .

The Walters Art Museum is an area of Baltimore city called Mount Vernon Cultural District. Baltimore’s Inner Harbor area is about one mile to the South where the National Aquarium, the USS Constellation, Federal Hill, and shopping galore is also located. So there’s a lot to do before or after your visit…if you have time! There is so much to see in this wonderful FREE museum. There are some very well-known paintings and artists housed within the many floors and exhibition areas. We spent almost 4 hours just on the top two floors the last time we visited. There you will find treasures galore from every art age and style. Their collection of early Greek and Roman paintings and artifacts are breathtaking. The Medieval through the Renaissance period is quite extensively represented and their Byzantine and Islamic art is wonderfully represented. Lower floors have Egyptian art and antiquities and much much more. And there is also a sculpture garden that we have not been to but hear is delightful. There is a café on site and there is a chair lift on the main entrance on Center Street and quite large elevators to all floors. However, be warned…parking is VERY expensive; to the tune of $15 at the parking lot right next to the museum. If you can find street parking, that’s your better bet. But by all means, do not miss this fine pearl of an art museum while you’re in town!

I love this museum! I can’t wait to come back! They have some very unique pieces and I LOVE the old house it’s connected to! It’s gorgeous all on its own!

I recommend a trip to the Walters Art Museum. You will find some very interesting art pieces and if you are like me you can get engulfed in the origins of the art and spend hours perusing the different themes placed throughout the museum. I live here in Baltimore and for years never knew what I was missing in this hometown gem. I visit the museum each time there is a new exhibit on display. I have attended a few lectures and watched how some of the art is restored. This is a fantastic adventure for the whole family. There is something for everyone!

We spent several hours exploring the museum. It has such a range of pieces to view. The snack bar is also very reasonably priced

A beautiful museum. Treasures from the around the world; Asia, Africa and Europe. Impressive collections from individuals such as Doris Duke as well as the Walters. Special exhibits and programs are ever changing so check the website before you go. Great place to shelter yourself from an extreme weather day.

What most struck me about this museum was the artful presentation and gallery presentations that contributed to appreciating the art. Great wealth has brought art to many.

Fee: This art museum has no general admission fee.

Where to Start: As advised, we started on the fourth floor where we learned about the mobile approach. Though I am grateful that our nation had avid collectors, like the Walter family, I am more interested in fuller descriptions of the art or historical context, than when and how the art was collected by the Walters. There are references to locations in the art collection or other pieces, but as a replacement for an audio guide or mobile app, I found the approach lacking.

Categories: Access the website by category before your visit. I appreciated the 18th and 19th century, Baroque Europe, and Renaissance Europe. You can anticipate and tailor your visit by viewing the collection of ahead of time.

Ambiance and access: What struck me about this museum was the intimacy one has with the art and just how close the viewing is.

Museum Shop: The museum shop has a range of gifts. I personally would like to see a book on the Walter's collection.

Treasure, Chamber of Wonders: Levels 2 and 2A have a range of unique collections. Don't get too tired to appreciate this floor.

Building: The building itself has a wonderful flow, but may be difficult for mobility impaired. I would like to have learned more about its architecture and expansion.

Impressive artwork and collections from mostly private individuals and/or families. A bit on the eclectic side but the contents spanned a wide variety of times, places and subject material. A great way to spend 1-3 hours on a cold, windy and wet day or a day of perfect weather for that matter.

Lives by it's name, multiple floor - and sections. The museum does cover cultures and timelines quite extensively. Some of the greek collections are really good. If in Baltimore, definitely should visit, Entry is free.

The Walters Art Museum contains a fascinating collection of art from the antiquities into the early 20th century. I think it was stated that 75% of all that is shown was amassed by two men, William and Henry Walters. When we visited in January 2018 the museum was displaying a special show of items from the house of Faberge. Included in this exhibit were two extremely beautiful Faberge eggs, and a diamond encrusted necklace with and small photos of the four girl children of the Tsar.

There was an amazingly large collection of Greek and Roman antiquities.

Signage was excellent with just enough of an explanation to place the item in relationship to history and artistic movement. Plan to spend 3 or more hours here in order to see everything and to sit and be one with the item/

The collection is fine and many of the staff are fantastic! However, they follow you around to be sure you keep your mask up around your nose.

Take the time to visit, view and enjoy.The museum is free, handicap accessible and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. PLEASE DONATE..

Spent 2-3 hours and could have spent all day! The exhibits were outstanding and covered a variety of time frames, styles and cultural influences. Just lovely. And free!

Wonderful museum, many different artifacts from mummies to faberge eggs in a great neighborhood and free to boot!

Since it's free, and if you're already downtown, a quick visit for unique Baltimore collections is worthwhile. In my experience though, it seems sections and even entire floors are closed every time I go which is disappointing. If you love art, combine with another museum or galleries to get your full fix.

This museum is really a jewel in downtown Baltimore. Completely free, friendly and knowledgeable staff, rotating exhibits, a beautiful staircase, history, a cute little cafe... It really has it all!

The Walters gifted this collection to the City of Baltimore. It covers many centuries and civilizations. It has an impressive collection of impressionist paintings, church icons, ceramics, and Buddha figures, just to mention a few. We spent 2-3 hours there and covered only part of the holdings. Combined it with a less than an hour quick look at the architecturally striking Peabody Library and the Peabody Museum one block away. The Museum has a great collection of historic maps of the Chesapeake Bay area going back to the famous Captain John Smith map that showed the locations of the Native American peoples he encountered on his exploration of the bay in the 17th century Also nearby are some terrific places to eat.

Wisited with my 10 year old. Gallery has an area for kids’ activities. Great selection of paintings and artifacts too. Definitely place to go.

It's been called the best small museum in the United States for good reason. Admission is always free. Meet a mummy, see gorgeous Lalique jewelry, a Fabrege egg, a fabulous Chamber of Wonders (kids will love it), Ethiopian, Asian and medieval art. Every piece here is world class and there are great festivals, family activities and tours. All in the beautiful Mt. Vernon neighborhood.

I was expecting a small focused museum that I would spend an hour exploring. Instead I discovered one of my all time favorite museums that I could spend 5 hours exploring. I like to move quickly and only stop when something catches my eye. So many items peaked my interest and such a large variety of art. The buildings were part of the experience and the Hackerman House (part of the overall museum) was beautiful.
So well done! Free! Staff were always close by to help. Relatively quiet which I really appreciated.

I have been to this museum a dozen times. It houses an amazing collection of art from the ancient world. The hands-on activities are great for kids. Love this museum!

I wouldn’t say I’m normally that interested in art and art exhibitions and had not planned to go here, but when strolling by I got attracted by a temporary exhibition and I entered the museum (no admission!). And I’m very glad I did! The museum boast an amazing collection of beautiful things, examples of exquisite workmanship, including jewelry, weapons, porcelain, religious decorations from all over the world and much more. I walked around the museum for a long time and was completely amazed all the time. I highly recommend a visit.

The Walters is a great way to spend your day. It is in a great location if you want to have a bite to eat and come back to continue your exploration. Their permanent exhibit of Asian Art is worth the trip alone but they always have rotating exhibits that are worth your time.

loved to go to there with my son who was toddler over winter time....they have a lot of activities/toys for toddlers.

This is an astounding, well presented, really interesting art museum. I loved it! Both the temporary and long-term exhibitions are really well presented and it’s free!

Extensive collections brilliantly arranged so that progress through time as change floors. Even if not free would rival most larger city museums. Only downfall is over zealous guards sometimes following and/or over correcting kids. Yet we go at least annually and kid of various ages through teens stay engaged. Neighborhood amazing with great food options and on free charm city circulator trolley food r transportation

We are frequent goers of the Walters Art Gallery. They have a great weekend activities for kids, a wonderful art collection, and often have a great special events.

Highly recommended.

Wonderful collections in an easy to visit space. All the little rooms make it not as overwhelming as other museums. Look for the occasional performance by Peabody students/staff in the sculpture gallery.

An absolute must see! It’s free, it’s huge, it’s amazing! There is so much to see in this free museum! It’s so big you can easily get lost! Well worth the 20 minute walk from the harbor! There’s also a free bus line you can use if you don’t want to walk.

Enjoyed the artwork and artifacts available for viewing. For an expert on art, they could appreciate the elegance of the art.

This was the first time I visited Walters even though I drove past it a few times. They had a display of a couple of Faberge eggs and Faberge inspired paintings. The collection includes some classics and is definitely worth visiting. The museum is well laid out and is suitable for casual and serious art enthusiasts. Also, it is free!

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed a morning at the Walters Art Museum. It reminded me of the Barnes Museum in Philadelphia with the eclectic collection. Very fine medieval art halls and collections of religious art and artifacts. A don't miss for visitors on your Baltimore visit.

Great place to stop in or stay the day. Good for an adult date or to bring the kids. Get out of the heat or rainy day. Plus really excellent art in a beautiful building.

Most visitors to Baltimore spend their time at the inner harbor which offers shopping, historical ships, and the War of 1812. The Walters Art Museum is a few blocks from the harbor area and should not be missed. Collection covers antiquity to European painting in two adjoining buildings. Clean restrooms. elevators, very nice gift shop. If you go, leave some time to see the Washington Monument (Baltimore's) which is nearby. Limited parking in area - use taxis or the bus.

A wealthy father and son were avid collectors. The Walter's is the result. Some genres or items are underrepresented, others more towards their idiosyncratic tastes, but well worth an hour or two to tour.

There'sa nice snack bar and well appointed gift shop too.

Now that COVID restrictions are done with came here with a friend for the Majolica exhibition they put together consisting of 350 pieces from Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York, Several British museums and potters like Minton and Wedgewood, Smith and Hill and private collectors.

I toured the newly redesigned 'Hackerman House' in Mount Vernon, Baltimore. To protect the artwork, they have installed a misting system that alerts about smoke before a fire can break out and destroy priceless treasure so that what happened to the museum in Brazil wont' happen here. Spectacular treasure in this museum.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING MUSEUM!!!! We visited on a Saturday afternoon and were so impressed with everything! An incredible museum celebrating art and people. There is something for everyone here. Diverse collections, incredible variety. Definitely NOT to be missed! Plan on being there for 4 plus hours. So much to see!

Lots to see! Great quality exhibits, tons of information, sparkling clean, friendly people, unbelievable that it's free. Wide variety of art from all over the world.

We really enjoyed our visit. You just need to be aware of parking. We got lucky and found it on a miter right next to the museum.

We had some time to spend before a concert at Peabody Institute and decided to look into the Walters, right in the neighborhood. What an unexpected treat! And free! We browsed for about an hour and were very impressed. Certainly multiple trips to this treasure would be worthwhile. One can only absorb a small portion at a time. We've lived in Maryland for over 40 years and never had much awareness of this treasure.

You just cannot miss a visit to the Walter's. There are many things for children to see and do, as well as what adults will expect and enjoy.
The opening of the Walters House is an added attraction with a stunning staircase and stained glass skylight.

Love the permanent exhibits but really LOVED the Matisse exhibit last year.
Went to Gertrudes for lunch afterwards, wonderful PrixFix lunch!

The Walters is wonderful. I brought my grandkids here for an art scavenger hunt and they had a great time. The staff is friendly and the collection well curated.

You need the entire day for this museum. The collections are really fascinating largely because 2/3rds of it was privately owned by the Walters family before the museum was instituted.
The museum is free, but i enjoyed it so much i made a donation, the only disappointment was the asian wing was closed for renovation, even with that i was still able to spend 3 hours looking around.

What an amazing FREE museum - the exhibits are varied and well described. You can go from Ancient Egypt to the far east to medieval Europe and everywhere in between. There are also a couple monuments right around the corner (you can see them from the Mount Vernon Neighborhood lookout). Lunch in the cafe was very basic - packaged sandwiches, fruit, cookies etc. but was very convenient since we didn't want to leave and come back.

So pleasantly surprised at this wonderful museum filled with so many treasures. Plan to spend an entire day here.

This is an exceptional art museum! It is worth driving to Baltimore from DC just for this museum. It is well-curated, aware of its history, educational, and comfortable.

This unique museum in the heart of Baltimore house the fascinating collection of the Walters family (railroad and whiskey wealth from the 1800's). Fortunately there was excellent taste and so this hidden treasure has a loot to look at and learn about. In addition its free-highly recommended for those who like antiquities and learn about how art was collected in the 1800-1900 by moguls.

If you like the Impressionists, detour here!!! Those collecting sisters really knew what they were about.

This museum is amazing! I can’t believe it is free. I was in town for a conference and walked down to visit the Peabody library. When I saw the Walters and realized it was free, I decided to stop in. I’m so glad I did! Amazing, varied collection of art and antiquities. I could have spent all day here! Highly recommend if you are in the area.

Recommend this museum, friendly and knowledgeable staff, great gift store, the building itself with the staircase is worth visiting, close by parking available with fee

If I could give this museum more than 5 stars, I would. We went yesterday, spent 5 hours touring all the exhibits, and had an excellent experience overall. I highly recommend this museum. They have a room of armor, large displays of Greco Roman statuary, an entire floor on East Asian art, two eggs and other items by Faberge, European paintings from various periods, a large simulated Victorian study with natural artifacts and curiosities from around the world, and so much more. Currently, there is an excellent display of Ethiopian art, culture, and history. The items are all beautifully displayed, the rooms are well laid out, and the descriptions at each item include historical context and details on the artist. Also, they have special activities for children. There is a small cafe.

I wasn’t familiar with Baltimore and happened upon this art museum. It was in a wonderful historic building so the architecture was a plus. There is a parking garage nearby and admission is free ❤️

As a kid I was here a lot. Now in my 50's and came to see it again. Remember a lot of things. Some seem new. Architecture is really neat throughout. Got to see the Hackerman House, which they converted into a museum. Don't expect to see a furnished home. There is this small room upstairs that you can sit around a piece of Asian Ceramic art. I sat and looked at it for 10 minutes. My favorite piece and nicely displayed.
Everyone was so friendly when you entered and afterwards in all questions and concerns. They have little coffee shop and gift store.
See Mummies to Armor, to painting- diverse, something for everyone. Notice they entertained the kids with some projects when there.
We parked across the street where an attended watched the cars, you pay for the day.

What a big variety in the collection here! They have everything from Ancient Egyptian artifacts to Medieval Art to Impressionists to Modern Art. We had only allowed a couple of hours and felt we just scratched the surface. We will definitely have to go back.

I am not a huge fan of going to museums. However, I saw photos of the beautiful staircase and mansion and since the admission is free, we went to check it out. We walked up some spiraling staircases and looked at an Egyptian mummy, Buddas, and other paintings.

The Walters is one of the two big museums in Baltimore. Its downtown building is magnificent...and the collections it houses are classic. They are known for their Faberge eggs and jewelry, but their paintings. sculpture, and even coats of armor are world class.

Stunning art in the middle of Baltimore . The building looks out of place in Baltimore and inside you are stepping into history. FREE ADMISSION , but No free parking , best parking lots are a far walk.

This place is truly amazing! It is free and it has very great collection. It is kind of small but it has a lot in it. Great for a relaxing afternoon.

The Walters family patriarch made his fortune before the Civil War my making and selling Rye Whiskey (what could be more American than that???)

Then his son sat out the Civil War by moving to Paris (those of you familiar with Maryland history will understand the logic of that happening...), but came back much more refined, and versed in art and culture. Apparently, he reinvested the family fortune into steamships and trains...and made even more money.

Together, the family acquired a lot of amazing artwork...not just from Europe, but from Japan and the Far East, as well as Africa (both north and sub-Saharan...)

In the early 1900s, they donated their collection to the City of Baltimore...for the common good. (What a concept these days!!!)

Please take this to heart...it's a great collection, and we were saddened that the museum had so few visitors during our time there. I hope this was an aberration:-( (The good side was that parking was easy and inexpensive...and it was easy to get in and walk around:-)...)

Enjoy!

We happened upon this wonderful museum since it was close to our hotel and couldn't have been more thrilled. They have an incredible collection, including two Fabergé eggs and many other treasures that had us marveling. We only wish we'd had more time. AND it's free! Absolutely recommend this museum if you are visiting Baltimore and staying near the Harborfront. (P.S. the staff were all so nice and welcoming, I got the impression they all loved the museum as much as we did!)

Museums and collectors are often faced with challenges when displaying art. Do they focus on a particular artist or do they go with a genre or era? The Walters Art Museum solves this challenge by focusing on the art collected by Walters and presented within generally accepted genres along with other available pieces. This highlights the collected items in an organized, well documented manner without a pedantic approach and slavish devotion to context. Each piece has an informative placard in English with clear and easy to read information.
We were pleasantly surprised how informative and pleasant this museum is to visit and bought a family membership. I should mention that entrance is free.

The former Hackerman House is now the new 1 West Mount Vernon Place. The mansion sits majestically right on the square in front of the Washington Monument. The renovations of the 19th century mansion are stunning. There is an absolutely drop dead staircase designed by Charles Platt – it is spiral in design. As you look up, take particular note of the green Tiffany skylight. You will be amazed by the architectural details, such as the fluted pillars, decorative woodwork, and sparkling crystal chandeliers. The museum now houses an eclectic array of art – some you will like and some you probably will not.

I was fortunate to be there for the opening of Hackerman House in 1984 and again for this member preview on Friday. For this opening, the museum is showcasing seven centuries of their international ceramics collection. The conservatory is a gathering place with a coffee bar and cafe tables. The former library is a warm and cozy room with about 50 elaborately carved, miniature wooden busts of such figures as William Shakespeare and Ben Franklin. In this room are carved wooden bookcases and also a selection of books that are available to read and iPads for searching information. The second floor houses art galleries and a hands-on studio for the kids and the children in all of us. These galleries will have changing exhibitions. Don’t miss this new addition to the Walters Art Museum!

wonderful - so much to see - very well done - they make it easy to take in a lot of information with amazing items to see

Occupying a newly renovated historic mansion, the Walters Art Museum is a public institution which houses a vast art collection that was amassed substantially by the father and son team of artifact and sculpture collectors; namely, William and Henry Walters.The Museum is located just south and west of the landmark Washington Monument in the Mt. Vernon-Belvedre neighbourhood, just north of the downtown business district. This Museum lays claim to the title of the largest art museum in Maryland, as it is filled with more than 95000 art pieces which draws culture-vultures from all over the world. It's renowned for its curated collections which includes Greek and Roman sarcophagi, medieval histories, Old Master paintings, Art-Deco jewelry and 19th Century European and American masterpieces.

I felt a little uneasy visiting this attraction since I am a museum neophyte with little artistic background, but I felt it was high time to acquire a little cultural prowess.

The galleries of the museum proper occupy 3 mansions. The Palazzo: imitating a 17th century Italian palace, the Center Street building: designed in brutalist style, and Mount Vernon Place (aka, Hackerman House): an elegantly restored mansion.The museum views its buildings as works of art and they are its largest pieces. I entered the building from the Mount Vernon side with its estate looking entrance. I was greeted on the inside by the architectural showpiece of this recently renovated mansion: a magnificent, white spiral staircase outfitted with intricately plastered, intertwining leaves around its spindles and topped with a round green-and-amber Tiffany glass skylight. Heads of historic figures protruded from dark mahogany panels skirting the walls amid the vintage volumes in the mansions library. From here there are mountains of cultural items to scale around every corner.

First up was The Chamber of Wonders, an intriguing and charming area with an imaginary gallery of a 17th century Flemish nobleman with collections from nature and artifacts from around the world. Its a 'wonder-inspiring' place, like how does this work or what is this doing here as in the wall walking croc seemingly feeding on picture frames. Speaking of pictures, the museum is well endowed with works by the Masters. I saw pieces by Matisse, Picasso, Cezanne and Andy Warhol (the soup can man). Monet and Monat were represented here ( I got them confused). I liked the beautiful nature picture by Monet called Springtime which depicted a young maiden in a pink dress sitting couched again tree with a sprawling skirt big enough to be a picnic tablecloth. I was also enamoured of Monat's Cafe Concert that outlined a jovial time had by cafe concert goers. There were picture galore. Outlandishly opulent and priceless (diamonds, enamel, gold etc), were jewelled objects by the house of Faberge: 2 Russian Imperial eggs. One, the Rose Trellis Egg looked like a giant artichoke with tiny, mildly pink roses and scantily webbed by skinny garter snakes. Not to play second fiddle, precious jewels from Tiffany and Company were displayed in a manner similar to their Fifth avenue flagship store. I still can't afford Tiffany stuff. And one of my gallery favourites, the suites of armour in the Medieval gallery. Strolling through the Asian Art exhibit, I notice tranquil spots with benches, supposedly to encourage visitors to meditate on their viewed art items. I sat beside a monumental Budda with penetrating eyes and I said 'hello' to it, that was the limit of my meditation. The gallery for ancient antiquities contained all manner of busts and statues, most a tad out of perfection. A bust: 'Human Man', had a broken nose as if he went a couple of rounds with Rocky. The highlights go on........and on.

So, if you are keen to soak up some impressive cultural activity, in a multitude of expositional galleries that span the wildest historic spectrum possible,..........then try the Walters Art Museum........Be Touched By Art.

Everything about the Walters Art Museum is amazing, including the building. So much variety of art, modern and traditional.

This large Museum has an extremely vast and eclectic collection of artworks.
The quality of the art is surprisingly high and spans continents and centuries.
The Asian Art is particularly impressive.
The layout connecting several buildings can be confusing.
A must see when in Baltimore.
Free admission to top it off.

The Baltimore Museum of Art, BMA, and the American Visionary Art Museum AVAM grab so many headlines, but the Walters is a great museum and vastly underrated.

It's free! Yes free! so is the BMA, but not AVAM, and it has a wide-ranging set of artifacts from so many cultures.

Great value and a great place to spend an afternoon.

Amazing and historically important collection, beautifully curated. Free admission. Loved it. A great place to visit for a couple of hours.

This is a lovely museum with a great collection amassed by the Walters family. On top of that, it's free! Enjoyed it very much

Excellant collection that would interest anyone. Collection is sometimes supplemented with special exhibits.

In a beautiful park-like area, the museum is a merged brownstone and modern building. The exhibits are thoughtfully assembled. Knowledgable employees and volunteers

I adore the work of Rene Macintosh and entire Glasgow Art Movement. This exhibition was comprehensive and full of illustrations, samples, fiber, furniture, graphics, architecture..... it was a feast for the senses and I plan on returning again and again. Also, on the forth level are showcases with printed volumes of illustrations that defy description, everything from Alphonse Mucha to Aubrey Beardsley..... AH!!!!

Hard to understand why the Walters remains all but overlooked. This enthralling museum, with its wonderfully exhibited, eclectic but substantial collections and investment in contemporary art and artists, will make your day.

I’ve been here many times as a college professor and my students love the collection and docents. My girlfriend was just as enthusiastic about going and as always, the Walters did not disappoint free admission!!

The museum is a perfect educational, fun, and interesting activity! I’ve gone several times for different reasons. I love how it’s free because as an artist it’s nice to have these museums as an inspiration for future projects. You can bring friends and family there. It’s really something for everyone to enjoy.

Great place to see art, Free to get in and nice walk back to inner harbor. Uber up for 9 dollars from harbor east and walked back felt safe

Love the changing exhibits and the permanent ones too. Elegant setting with many art mediums and historical eras . Downtown baltimore art scene is fun and full of history

It was nice to enjoy the free museum! They had a lot of cool art pieces and you can definitely spend a couple of hours in here. There is limited parking in the area so my friends and I paid 10 dollars for a local lot.

We planned our visit around a 1:00 "Fashion in History" tour and were so glad we did! The docents were awesome and so interesting. After the tour we wandered around visiting more of the museum and totally enjoyed it. A gem in Baltimore for sure!

This museum isn't as big as some, but it has a wide range of art and furniture, some suits of armor to impress the kids, and a fun kids area downstairs that is JUST the thing for anyone traveling with short people. There are a few traveling exhibit areas, but much of the stuff is permanent so you wouldn't want to go too many times in a year, but still it's fun, it's free, and the addition of the Asian art and house next door makes it well worth a family day trip.

The Baltimore museum of art is also lovely. make a point to walk around the harbor and Fells Point. Go eat up in Federal Hill.

I've visited Baltimore multiple times and I decided to venture beyond the Inner Harbor. The Walters Art Museum is about a 30 minute walk from my hotel (Marriott Waterfront). The museum itself is amazing! Great art presented in a way that you want to see everything there is to offer. Also, a great amount of history about the Walters family.

If you’re visiting from out of town I recommend putting the Walters on your short list of things to do. The art itself is great, but where the museum really excels is the unique ways it presents its collections. The museum also does a great job of discussing the story of the family that established the museum, and through that lens, giving visitors an introduction to the history of Baltimore.

Ventured into an unfamiliar section of Baltimore and discovered this museum. The architecture is beautiful and I found myself enjoying that almost as much as the art itself. Appreciated the variety of cultures and time periods represented here. Very enjoyable and educational way to spend a few hours.

On our way back from Florida we stayed in Baltimore this time instead of DC just to see the museum. It was worth it for 2 reasons. The museum is definitely worth seeing. It has a very interesting collection which is unique. Secondly Baltimore ha gone through a renaissance and is now a nice city with many other things to see and enjoy and it’s cheaper than DC. The museum is free. I enjoyed seeing the Faberge Easter eggs . The entire museum is just beautiful and well done. It was a great gift to the city of Baltimore. Definitely worth the stop. Parking is across the street.

You will be amazed by all of the art, paintings, sculptures, object d'art. And it's free. In historic Mt. Vernon so when you are done, you can walk around and soak up the sights

Check for special shows and expositions.Give yourself enoughtime to experiene. The location allows you to walk around the area and get a feel of Baltimore

We visited the Faberge exhibit. Very nice. Easy walkthrough.

The highlight, though, was wandering through the three Rooms of Wonders a la 19th Century Room of Curiosities. The fact that the Walters is free is a definitely selling point!

they expanded the museum so people can see more of it !!
I took a lot of pictures with my camera. a lot of great works of art and sculpture. to go to the expanded side you need to ask someone working there the museum map is a little confusing.
well worth the time. I went there on a Thursday where they have late hours

We love this museum. I have brought my son back to the museum whenever we travel back to Baltimore. The building itself is so very beautiful. The staff is incredibly friendly and well informed which really helps in a museum. The Art is just breathtaking. This is a must stop place on anyone's Baltimore list

We love visiting the Walters Museum. As it is free it is nice to have a contemporary space mixed with post modern art of the Cone sisters. The guides here are very personable and knowledgeable. You can however walk through at your own pace and just immerse yourself in the beauty. If you are in Baltimore this is a must do experience.

My friend and I 'accidentally' stumbled upon this museum listing when we were looking for ways to beat the heat in Baltimore. I say 'accidentally' because we knew of other museums and attractions, and found out about other places to visit because we saw them advertised all over the city. We didn't see any ads or brochures for The Walters at the Visitors Center or at other tourism locations around town, but we did see it listed on TripAdvisor's list of Top Things to Do in Baltimore. Both of us are art lovers and have visited a lot of other museums around the country, and the information online about West Mount Vernon Place piqued our curiosity.

We were greeted by not one, but two museum employees upon our arrival, both of whom were eager to get us a map and talk to us about how the museum is free (which we didn't know before our arrival, and we were honestly floored by once we completed our visit). We were eager to see West Mount Vernon Place, but we decided to start from the bottom floor and see all that the museum had to offer. The ancient Roman sarcophagi were absolutely breathtaking, and so was the Arts of Asia exhibition. The Buddah room was serene and there was a stunning galleria in the center of the main museum building, done in classical Roman style. Every space you entered had something else exquisite to look at!

Of course, the reason for our visit was 1 West Mount Vernon Place, and it did not disappoint! The main staircase alone is a feast for the eyes, and begs to be photographed. But the entire mansion has been taken such good care of, and the detail in every room makes it captivating to walk through. The library room was another favorite of mine! Take your time to walk through and see the entire mansion; it is well worth it (and also notice the stunning views of the courtyard outside, particularly where the Lafayette statue is).

We were so happy to have discovered such an amazing museum that we hadn't even known about prior to this visit! And we will highly recommend it to anyone who visits Baltimore! We spent a little over 2 hours here, but could have spent more. By the time we left, it was fantastic to see so many other visitors walking around, particularly younger people.

Wonderful free day. Take the kids and enjoy all the Walters has to offer. The Ancient Egypt room is always a favorite. Don't miss the area with nature on display.

Located right at the city center, the museum is not that big, as a Louvre, but its collection is reach and high quality. The building where museum is located is a little bit chaotic, but you will manage it, sure. Not forget that they are closed Mon and Tue

The Walters is one of my favorite art museums. Several unusual things put it above other museums. The size is perfect - large enough to keep coming back, but not too overwhelming. The collection is extensive, from Ancient Egyptian artifacts to medieval paintings to Faberge eggs. This can be seen especially well in the chamber of wonders, which mixes natural and artistic wonders in the style of the collection of a 17th century nobleman. They have a “conservation window” open part of the time, where curators show how they take care of the art. A whole floor is dedicated to the history of the collection itself, not just the pieces in it. And best of all, it’s free. Fully wheelchair accessible.

Well worth the visit, partly to see the collection, partly to learn of the Walters father and son and their efforts to collect art from all over the world. The building is comfortable. It has some lesser known artists who are compelling. There is a landscape by Robert Seldon Duncanson, considered by many to be the best landscape artist in the west during the 1850s and early 1860s. But he was African American and somehow he escaped the insanity and loss to the east of him to create forever momentoes of his talent. A good place to spend at least half a day.

It is an excellent Art museum close to the inner harbor in Baltimore. It is free to visit and the building itself is a work of art. Many thanks to all the donors and patrons who have contributed. There are three levels. The museum has Egyptian, Greek, Byzantine and other European collections. The Egyptian collection has an impressive sarcophagus and a well preserved mummy with all colors for viewing. There is an impressive collection of European and Medieval painting in a separate wing on the first floor. The staff are attentive and able to explain. I did not see any tours arranged by the museum. The gift shop is pretty well stocked and I found the prices on the Chinese silk jackets a lot cheaper than the ones I bought in Peking, China.

We love to browse the mummies and the armor. My 4 year old loves to visit here. You can park for $15 directly across the street or look for street meter parking for about $1.25 an hour. I recommend hitting the market down the street for a great lunch!

Place is definitely overrated - every time I've been there, many sections were closed, and the employees could not give a reason why. Art is presented as objects, instead of something to interact with. Dark, dirty, dusty! Presently undergoing yet another major repair, so, hopefully the situation improves.

Surprised how amazing this hidden museum me and my husband loves to visit these kind of attractions and we are here in Baltimore at John Hopkins so I looked over trip advisor and decided to give it a try
Beyond amazing definitely will come back need more than one day indeed

My first visit to the WAM was because of an assignment while in college, and enrolled in an Art Appreciation class. We had to study the various forms of arts/artists, including sculptures...

This museum is fascinating. We really enjoyed it. It has so many different and interesting treasures. Definitely worthwhile to spend some time.

This is a place where a little planning ahead might be a good idea. Go online and get a sense of what you want to do, then leave some wiggle room for surprise & exploration

Free admission and free guided tours!
A huge collection of wonderful art pieces from all over the world and throughout the history.
Make sure you leave before 5 pm or it can be very irritating. They'll get very grumpy and give you quite a hassle and tell you that you can't go out of the door you came in because they have locked it. You put in all the efforts and time to circle back from the outside only see staff members strolling out of the door you wanted to use.

My wife and I are in Baltimore for 2 months for a family member’s bone marrow transplant at Johns Hopkins. So we’ve been exploring the nooks and crannies of the city, after having seen all the highlights like the National Aquarium, Camden Yards and Fort McHenry.

So we decided to go see this local museum with low expectations. It was hidden away, didn’t have an admission fee, and no one here knew anything about it. We were figuring on a few fossils, some ugly period jewelry and a bad snack bar.

We wuz wrong! This place was amazing! There were 3 1/2 floors filled with:

- European art, mostly Renaissance works from e.g. L’Ecole des Beaux Arts in France, but also some early Impressionism works. The works were packed by the dozens on 20’ vertical.
- European and American sculptures
- middle eastern artwork
- Russian jewelry / artwork including two Faberge eggs
- Ancient Greek and Roman works

We listened to a docent who was restoring some late 19th century Ceramics explain the whole process from beginning to end. Wonderful description.

We generally had a wonderful time. Allow 3 hours to see everything quickly, or a whole day to linger and enjoy those sections you’re most intrigued by.

Particularly in Egyptian, you will be astounded. It's remarkable, truly envied around the world. You should not miss it.

This is a first class art museum with a varied collection of types, periods and geographic origins.
And, best of all it is FREE, although they gratefully accept donations, and everyone going should make a donation in the $5-10 per person range if they can afford it.

Parking is across the street (to the south?) in a small lot at a nominal fee.

Go enjoy it!

It's. Free.
There are two paintings one is peace the other is war.
Very potent .
Cafeteria is clean and good food.
Must store purses and such in lockers

Was visiting a friend attending a work conference in The Inner Harbor and visited this museum on a Thursday evening when they stay open late. It has a nice sized collection of medieval religious art and artifacts. We walked from our Inner Harbor hotel and found it no problem. Definitely recommend a couple of hours here.

This museum offers a very eclectic and quite large collection. The space itself is beautiful as well. The Walters charges no admission and should be on your itinerary for your visit to Baltimore.

What magnificent art! And the building is beautiful. Really worth a visit. And visit the cathedral nearby.

Visiting baltimore with my wife and we loved it so cool so many things to see i love museums especially this type , NEVER SEEN A MUSEUM LIKE THIS

I have been to this museum at least 4 times per year, over the last 6 years, for school trips. There is always something new to see and do. Lots of activities for the kids. Go see for yourself!

There are a number of exhibits at the Walters that are beautiful beyond words. Go, See for yourself! There is the modern, the medieval, the classical, the religious, the abstract; and all this was the personal collection of one family and their own take on what is art gathered from around the world.

I brought my two nephews (7 & 10 yrs old) to the museum. We wandered through and it was not until half way through did I notice they had books and info cards for the kids to look at in some of the rooms. It would have been nice for the people that welcomed me to let me know. I think it would have added alot more to the experience. We did enjoy the checker set which was set up in one of the rooms. We were disappointed when we went down to the family area on the bottom flr and there was nothing for the kids to draw with...I assumed it would be there since it is an art museum. There were neat things to touch and dress up clothes and some books to read though. This might sound like a negative review but everything else was really nice and the kids found some cool things to look at and we had many great discussions. So go and just know the above if you are going with kids