Contemporary, modern & indigenous art displayed in a classical-style building, founded in 1871.
At a glance
#4 of 27 Tourist attractions in SydneyLocalGuideWorld score: 4.70
Rating breakdown
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5 ★76%
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4 ★19%
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3 ★4%
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2 ★1%
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1 ★1%
What reviewers talk about
Share of 17 recent reviews that mention each topic.
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Price & value24%
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Waiting & crowds24%
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Service & staff24%
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View6%
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Location6%
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Atmosphere6%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Art Gallery of New South Wales?
- Art Gallery of New South Wales is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 45,456 reviews.
- How does Art Gallery of New South Wales rank in Sydney?
- Art Gallery of New South Wales is #4 of 27 Tourist attractions in Sydney by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Art Gallery of New South Wales located?
- Art Gallery Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia — 0.6 km from the center of Sydney.
- What do visitors mention most about Art Gallery of New South Wales?
- Most often: price & value, waiting & crowds, service & staff (from 17 recent reviews).
- How can I contact Art Gallery of New South Wales?
- Phone: +61 1800 679 278 · Website: artgallery.nsw.gov.au
A wonderful space and awesome exhibitions. Kandinsky today. New building a amazing. Had heard about the Tank but it was another entry fee for an exhibition I didn't want to see. Multiple exhibition entry csn get costly
An amazing place on a weekend to browse, relax and enjoy art, I must say Australia and Sydney in particular has such world class exhibits for the public to enjoy. Having traveled the world, other art galleries that are better than ours either have hefty entrance fees or they are way too crowded (eg Louvre museum in Paris)
Lovely experience, amazing art by Vasily Kandinsky and Louise Bourgeois. The gallery as a whole is a great space, love the new North building especially the tank. We try two of restaurants both nice friendly venues. Simple menu but reasonably priced, quick and efficient service. I have been to the gallery before and will go back in the future. I recommend buying your tickets before you go online if you can, you will avoid waiting and most likely get a good deal.
Amazing gallery! I really enjoyed it! I did it as a solo day out and would really recommend it! The place is huge and has got such a vast collection of art from renaissance art to contemporary to Asian art, aboriginal art, it’s really got something for everyone! If you like to take in the art work and read all of the descriptions of the piece, I would recommend allowing yourself about 4-5 hours! Would definitely go again! The entrance to the gallery is free and there was no que! There were two exhibitions on that were paid entry and I saw the Kandinsky one which I believe was $35, very reasonable for such a large collection of Kandinskys works! But other than that completely free!
Highly recommend seeing the Louise Bourgeois exhibit (ends April 28th, 2024). I enjoyed it so much I’m actually considering going again. Part of it exists above ground and the other part of it exists below in The Tank, which formerly housed oil for the naval fleet.
The new buildings are quite lovely with its $345 million dollar investment for building.
All the buildings are worth a visit as this gallery is home to some very wonderful pieces of art!
The new buildings are quite lovely with its $345 million dollar investment for building.
All the buildings are worth a visit as this gallery is home to some very wonderful pieces of art!
It is worth planning a few hours for this place. Personally, I am very pleased with the visit. The atmosphere is wonderful and friendly, I was greeted at the door and given short instructions about current exhibitions.
There are many levels and the thematic range is diverse. That's why I'm convinced that everyone will find something interesting.
The new building/wing includes modern and interactive installations, which I liked the most.
I am adding this place to my favourites and looking forward to visit it again.
There are many levels and the thematic range is diverse. That's why I'm convinced that everyone will find something interesting.
The new building/wing includes modern and interactive installations, which I liked the most.
I am adding this place to my favourites and looking forward to visit it again.
Lovely experience, amazing art by Vasily Kandinsky and Louise Bourgeois. The exquisite exhibitions were quite remarkable. Since setting my naked eye upon the superb artistic production, I have been dearly astonished in the most splendid of ways. Twas' quite the experience, one in which I shall never wish upon forgetting. I hope my dear fellows reading this venture upon into this superlative establishment. I wish thee who is reading this have a fine evening.
Sincerely, Local Guide
Sincerely, Local Guide
Must-visit art gallery when in Sydney!! didn’t even plan to go here prior to coming to Sydney but I’m very happy I did go because the exhibition was absolutely beautiful.
Entrance to the permanent exhibition is also free which was a really nice add on, only the special exhibitions are of charge.
Definitely recommend you coming here when visiting Sydney!
Entrance to the permanent exhibition is also free which was a really nice add on, only the special exhibitions are of charge.
Definitely recommend you coming here when visiting Sydney!
Enjoyed a relaxing light meal on the patio, then toured the collection. Lovely views and entry area. An interesting but modest collection displayed by subject rather than artist.
A beautiful addition to the art gallery, entry is free of charge, and the gallery is very tastefully laid out. There are plenty of food options, and there are public toilets on site.
The artwork is of varying quality but is all quite unique and interesting. Accessibility is very good with elevators available and wide dooways. There are staff on hand to help and to answer questions. Highly recommended.
The artwork is of varying quality but is all quite unique and interesting. Accessibility is very good with elevators available and wide dooways. There are staff on hand to help and to answer questions. Highly recommended.
Very beautiful art gallery with a range of art types ans styles to admire. The new building has a new room called The Tank which is very dark but necessary to enjoy the performance videos. I love looking at the older part of the museum and my favourite room was the photography room. lots of unique stories to experience. It really opens your mind.
Very unassuming building that doesn't have a hero presentation but rather a sequence of spaces and thresholds integrated with the landscape. Very enjoyable to meander around the grounds and gallery exhibits for FREE.
They have been exceptionally concious to present aboriginal arts and culture at the forefront theme throughout their murals, sculptures, animations and interactive pieces.
The best installation at the time of my visit is the one we get to play with clay. Long queues at times and definitely the highlight for the young ones and the young at heart.
They have been exceptionally concious to present aboriginal arts and culture at the forefront theme throughout their murals, sculptures, animations and interactive pieces.
The best installation at the time of my visit is the one we get to play with clay. Long queues at times and definitely the highlight for the young ones and the young at heart.
This was a great art museum more than I thought. I didn't expect it would be this big and have extensive collections.
The entrance fee is free, which is nice. I was able to taste Australian culture for the first time.
I highly recommend visiting this place. This art gallery will blow your mind.
The entrance fee is free, which is nice. I was able to taste Australian culture for the first time.
I highly recommend visiting this place. This art gallery will blow your mind.
I visited the Art Gallery of New South Wales recently, and it was an outstanding experience. One of the highlights was the free entry, which made it accessible to everyone. What impressed me even more was the absence of long queues during my visit, allowing me to explore the gallery without any hassle.
Inside, I found a treasure trove of historical paintings and sculptures. The collection was truly remarkable, featuring works that spanned various artistic movements and time periods. It was a journey through art history, from classic masterpieces to contemporary creations.
The diversity of the artworks on display made this gallery a very interesting place to visit. Whether you're an art enthusiast or just looking for a culturally enriching experience, the Art Gallery of New South Wales has something for everyone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Sydney, as it offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the world of art, and the fact that it's free is a wonderful bonus.
Inside, I found a treasure trove of historical paintings and sculptures. The collection was truly remarkable, featuring works that spanned various artistic movements and time periods. It was a journey through art history, from classic masterpieces to contemporary creations.
The diversity of the artworks on display made this gallery a very interesting place to visit. Whether you're an art enthusiast or just looking for a culturally enriching experience, the Art Gallery of New South Wales has something for everyone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Sydney, as it offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the world of art, and the fact that it's free is a wonderful bonus.
Archibald Prize
Fantastic entrants this year again worthwhile event in a lovely art gallery.
Plenty of other collections too.
The lovely thing about the gallery is also the outside surrounding location. Good place to visit in daytime and walk around trees and garden.
Short walk from St James train station.
Good for families, solo, couples and
friends.
The gallery is a must do for Sydney
Love your local guide-❤️
Paid parking available. Bathrooms inside gallery.
Fantastic entrants this year again worthwhile event in a lovely art gallery.
Plenty of other collections too.
The lovely thing about the gallery is also the outside surrounding location. Good place to visit in daytime and walk around trees and garden.
Short walk from St James train station.
Good for families, solo, couples and
friends.
The gallery is a must do for Sydney
Love your local guide-❤️
Paid parking available. Bathrooms inside gallery.
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