Best Paintings in Philadelphia, PA
Looking for paintings in Philadelphia? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Art galleries and studios selling original paintings, prints and commissioned artwork.
This guide lists 10 paintings in and around Philadelphia, spread across 6 ZIP codes. 10 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 10 link to their own website, 8 are open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Paintings in Philadelphia
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Painting with a Twist
- Address 611 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
- Phone (215) 278-7761
- Website paintingwithatwist.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 12-5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12-9 PM |
| Wed | 12-9 PM |
| Thu | 12-9 PM |
| Fri | 12-9 PM |
| Sat | 12-10 PM |
| Sun | 12-7 PM |
2 Morton Contemporary Art Gallery
- Address 115 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
- Phone (215) 735-2800
- Website mortoncontemporary.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-7 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-7 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-7 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-7 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-7 PM |
| Sun | 11 AM-7 PM |
3 Gross McCleaf Gallery
- Address 127 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
- Phone (215) 665-8138
- Website grossmccleaf.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
4 Schwarz Gallery
- Address 1806 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Phone (215) 563-4887
- Website schwarzgallery.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
5 Arch Enemy Arts
- Address 109 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
- Phone (215) 717-7774
- Website archenemyarts.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
6 Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Address 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130
- Phone (215) 763-8100
- Website philamuseum.org
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 10 AM-4 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-4 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-4 PM |
| Sat | 11 AM-5 PM |
| Sun | 11 AM-5 PM |
7 Philadelphia Art Alliance at University of the Arts
- Address 251 S 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Phone (215) 545-4302
- Website uarts.edu
Opening hours
| Mon | 10 AM-5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-8:45 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Sun | 10 AM-5 PM |
8 The Print Center
- Address 1614 Latimer St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
- Phone (215) 735-6090
- Website printcenter.org
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | Closed |
| Wed | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-5 PM |
| Sat | 12-5 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
9 3rd Street Gallery
- Address 610 S 3rd St Store Front, Philadelphia, PA 19147
- Phone (267) 768-6691
- Website 3rdstreetgallery.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 11 AM-6 PM |
| Wed | 11 AM-6 PM |
| Thu | 11 AM-6 PM |
| Fri | 11 AM-6 PM |
| Sat | 11 AM-6 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
10 Locks Gallery
- Address 600 S Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA 19106
- Phone (215) 629-1000
- Website locksgallery.com
Opening hours
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Thu | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Fri | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Sat | 10 AM-6 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
How to choose paintings in Philadelphia
- Check opening hours before you go. Many independent stores in Philadelphia keep shorter hours on Sundays and Mondays.
- Call ahead or check the website to confirm a specific item is in stock.
- Ask about return and exchange policies, especially for big purchases.
- Compare prices online and in store. Many local shops will price-match.
- Supporting local independent stores keeps money in the Philadelphia community.
Local tips for Philadelphia
Philadelphia has its own licensing rules that go beyond state law: the city's Department of Licenses and Inspections (L+I) issues contractor licenses, permits and trade licenses, so plumbers, electricians and contractors working in the city need an L+I license on top of any state registration.
SEPTA's subway, trolley and bus network covers most of the city, so check whether a business is near a Market-Frankford or Broad Street Line station if you don't drive. Street parking in Center City is limited and enforced by the Philadelphia Parking Authority.
Philadelphia is in Philadelphia County, and local phone numbers use the 215, 267 and 445 area codes. Popular areas include Center City, Old City, Fishtown, Northern Liberties, South Philly, University City, Manayunk, Chestnut Hill.
Frequently asked questions
Which paintings in Philadelphia are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Painting with a Twist, Morton Contemporary Art Gallery, Gross McCleaf Gallery, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia Art Alliance at University of the Arts, The Print Center. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of Philadelphia do these paintings cover?
The paintings on this list are located in ZIP codes 19102, 19103, 19106, 19107, 19130, 19147. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
Does Pennsylvania charge sales tax?
Pennsylvania's sales tax is 6%, with an extra 1% in Allegheny County and 2% in Philadelphia. Most clothing, groceries and prescription drugs are exempt.
Are stores in Philadelphia open on Sundays?
Most chain stores are open on Sundays, often with shorter hours. Independent shops, and businesses run by Amish or Mennonite families, may be closed.
How can I find the best paintings near me?
Use the list above to compare locations and hours, then check each store's website or call ahead to confirm stock and prices.
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Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.