Art Gallery of New South Wales

Established in 1871, the Gallery is proud to present fine international and Australian art in one of the most beautiful art museums in the world. We aim to be a place of experience and inspiration, through our collection, exhibitions, programs and research.

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Address

Art Gallery Rd Sydney NSW 2000 Australia

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Simon Seeber

The special exhibitions are always worth seeing. But don't forget about the permanent exhibitions , there always great art to see in them and they're free!

Natalya Shanty

Very nice gallery !The permanent exhibition is free to visit! Free WiFi !I very enjoyed Asian collections which until 13 mar.2016. Also there are nice cafes ! I hope I back here sone! ✌️????

Silene Lim

I wished I had more time here and will go back the next time I am in Sydney. We paid extra for the Archibald, Wynn and Sulman exhibit and was well worth it. Do it!

Benny Calladine

Went to art after hours and it was fun. There is talks and tours . We went to see a Japanese exhibition and there there was a interview done with a local tattoo artist who does full body Japanese tats

Simon Crerar

Just as Melbourne's cool, ordered NGV exemplifies its city , Sydney's AFNSW is a bewildering clusterf*ck of architectural styles. Dig deep for a wonderfully diverse collection: Wednesday is late night

Babak Elin

If you decide to visit just one gallery or museum , i recommend this one strongly.

Anita

The Pop to Popism was well worth seeing! Ticket price includes a film screening, so make sure you check out the session times

Nick Assef

Restaurant on the Mezzanine level (NE corner) provides excellent views across the Harbour and The Wharf. Hidden gem . Menu is pretty good value and food generally good quality.

Ursula

The amount of artwork and the spacious displays. Easily spend a day here. Great special exhibits too.

Tracey N

Bit sad that the only van gogh in australia gets dispayed like it does!! Poor form. The audio app for the gallery has major room for improvement. Loved the wifi - it works!! Fabulous indigenous art

Neo Zhang

The European arts section is awesome. Make sure you check the guided tour schedules before you go. Makes a lot of difference.

Thenomadonroad

Pop to Popism is on now. It's rather a small exhibition range but giving good idea of the overall feeling of pop culture.

Jeffery Jefferson

Go! Even if you dont usually visit galleries and museums , it has various exhibitions and chances are you will find something interesting.

Alex Torrance

Great general gallery . Old and new building beautifully combined. Lovely location. Good exhibitions , good collection. Cafes etc.

Marco Sousa

Great Asian and European art collections in addition to the Australian sections. Worth the visit for sure!

flyflyaway ...

Don't miss the opportunity to go close up with #ClaudMonet and many more #masterpieces from #Scotchland.

Louise Messer

Brilliant selection of art ???? and many examples of different art genres.

Nelson L

Good selection of folio books and free tea and coffee in the members lounge downstairs...nice place to chill out .

Kenny

Really great museum . Free except for special exhibitions .

Hidetaka Tanaka

Free entry for general admission. Great collection of Aboriginal and Australian art . Open late on every Wednesday.

Hidetaka Tanaka

Free entry for general admission. Great collection of Aboriginal and Australian art . Open late every Wednesday.

Feisal Fei

free entrance for public galleries , perfect for art lovers and culture vulture...

Sabrina Wang

absolute love! most of the gallery is free, but special show needs to pay.

Dmitry Starkey

Has a good collection of asian artists along with some European 20th century classics. All for free.

Jenny Taing

At their cafe and ordered the frittata , sat outside and a bird snatched it, the cafe kindly provided me with a whole new lunch ! And fast + excellence service

Benjaporn Meeleesawasdi

Free admission , open daily. Good place for everyone

Stephen Weber

The main galleries are free, but some traveling/temporary exhibits may be paid. The gallery also goes down, rather than up in regards to floors.

Meera Pankhania

Check out the exhibitions , the Pop to Popism one was amazing!

Biennale of Sydney

AGNSW is the first stop in the 18th Biennale art walk. Visit the 18th Biennale in the Major Exhibitions Gallery & the Yiribana Gallery on the lower level. On until 16 Sept, FREE. www.bos18.com

Ken K

Francis Bacon exhibition on until 24/02/13. Think this is actually the first time his work has been shown in Australia, so get down while you can!

Jeremy Crumblin

12pm guided tour of Asian galleries is engaging and enlightening.

Paul F

Eavesdropping while John Kaldor shows a goup of friends around "his" Sol LeWitt exhibit . Very cool.

Aprile Wenke

Frida Kahlo exhibition was amazing, loved the music and flower crowns on a Wednesday night

Gavin B

Great way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon with the permanent art collection .

Nick Gray

They're open late to 10pm on Wednesdays (maybe only during the summer?). Nice old traditional Museum with fast free WiFi .

Randall Cummings

Check out the Aussie Photo exhibit . Photos old and new. Very good temporary collection.

D.A. Arneson

Art Express every summer is wonderful. Check for dates.

Sophie Thiebaut

Beautiful museum , nearby the famous Opera House and located in a charming park .

Stephen Byrne

Joining the Gallery has major advantages on a hot summer's day. Besides it's also a good space for kids.

C R

Awesome place to visit! Really enjoyed the art there!

Albrecht

Half of the building is beautiful. Nice bar

Jazz Say

The permanent collection is amazing! a really nice day out...

Ryan Chandler

Great free museum , check out special exhibits

Wanlaya Sriwishain

European art is awesome, don' t miss!!!

Alexandra Fanning

Secret library is the perfect study spot shhhhh

Samuel Kwon

Saw the entombed terracotta warriors. it has a whole range of artifacts , history, also plenty other exhibitions there as well

Albert Alcoceba

Don't forget to visit the special exhibitions

David Hobbie

Skip the insipid Autralian 19th century rooms and head upstairs to a strong contemporary collection .

Jobe Williams

A stuffy gallery with no vibe and very little exciting art . It has a horrible contemporary collection and the exhibitions change infrequently. Every time I go it's a disappointment, why do I bother.

Stavroula Konidari

Leave your bag at the cloak room for free! Your back will thank you for it.

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From lazing around, outdoors concerts, sports activities and runs around the harbour, this place has go it. - Alex P.

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Absolutely an amazing complex! Its history is unique. Guided tour is essential. Right after the tour you have a discount for a show! I had a chance to watch Tosca! - Suna A.