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Be immersed in Australian culture and stories within one of the world's most beautiful cultural precincts at the Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney

Highlights

• Visit Australia's premier cultural destination and Sydney's must-see art museum.
• Explore our unique two stunning buildings with breathtaking Sydney Harbour views
• Be immersed in Australian culture and stories
• Enjoy inspiring exhibitions, tours, and dining experiences from Australian chefs
• Book your ticket and add a unique cultural highlight to your trip to Sydney

Description

Located on Gadigal Country, just 15 minutes' walk from Sydney's city centre, the Art Gallery of New South Wales stands as one of Australia's premier cultural destinations and Sydney's must-see art museum. Our unique art campus features two stunning buildings and an art garden with breathtaking Sydney Harbour views. Across our two buildings, Naala Nura and Naala Badu, discover historical and contemporary art from Australia and around the world, including the Yiribana Gallery, a permanent space showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. We offer inspiring exhibitions, unique tours, and dining experiences from renowned Australian chefs. Be immersed in Australian culture and stories within one of the world's most beautiful cultural precincts at the Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney. Open daily | Wednesday late nights until 10pm Current Available Experiences Australian art stories: daily Immerse yourself in Australian culture and stories with this 75-minute guided experience of Sydney’s must-see art museum, the Art Gallery of New South Wales. Enjoy exclusive early access before the Art Gallery opens and discover some of Australia’s most compelling art with your expert gallery educator, including a visit to the Yiribana Gallery dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Sample Sydney’s cafe culture and experience members-only privileges at this landmark destination. Includes Tea or Coffee and a sweet treat at MOD Dining and 10% off at the Gallery Shop, Kiosk and Cafe, and access to the Members Lounge on the day of the tour. Meet at 9.15am at the Welcome Hub in the Welcome Plaza at Naala Badu, the north building. Sydney Summer Exhibitions Ron Mueck: 6 Dec 2025 - 12 April 2026 A Sydney-exclusive for summer 2025–26, Ron Mueck: Encounter is the largest exhibition by the artist ever to be presented in Australia, and comprises sculptures drawn from across the globe, most never before seen in this country. Encounter captivating figures, scaled from the minute to the monumental. Naala Badu, Lower level 2 Dangerously Modern: Discover the art and stories of 50 trailblazing artists. This is the first major exhibition to focus on the vital role of Australian women in shaping international modernism. Naala Nura, Lower level 2 Sydney Summer International Art Series: Two exhibitions exclusive to Sydney with one art pass: Ron Mueck: Encounter at Art Gallery New South Wales and Data Dreams: Art and AI at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. Buy an Art Pass to see both exhibitions and save. Accessibility: All public areas inside both buildings can be accessed by ramps and lifts, as well as stairs and elevators.

Includes

Option 1: Australian art stories daily 75minute guided tour. Enjoy exclusive early access before the Art Gallery opens and discover some of Australia’s most compelling art with your expert gallery educator, including a visit to the Yiribana Gallery dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Includes a coffee at MOD Dining and 10% off the Gallery Shop, Kiosk and Cafe on the day of the tour. Option 2: Ron Mueck: Encounter Entry Ticket: Internationally celebrated artist Ron Mueck returns to Australia this summer with a major new exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. 6 Dec 25 - 12 April 26 Option 3: Dangerously Modern: Australian Women Artists in Europe 1890–1940 Exhibition Ticket: Explores the art and lives of 50 trailblazing women artists. 11 Oct 25 – 1 Feb 26 Option 4: Sydney Summer International Art Series – Art Pass to 2 Exhibitions: Ron Mueck Encounter at Art Gallery of New South Wales and Data Dreams: Art and AI Museum of Contemporary Art

Important Information

• Australian Art Stories Tour Option only: Tour experience includes: -exclusive early entry to the Art Gallery (before 10am) •75-minute expert-led tour of Australian art across the buildings housing the Art Gallery’s collections •morning tea at MOD Dining: coffee or tea with sweet treat •tour lanyard to take home •member-for-a-day privileges, including: 10% off at the Gallery Cafe, kiosk and Gallery Shop access to the Members Lounge for the day Exhibition Ticket options: include entry to the selected exhibition during gallery opening hours on the day of the booking. Art Pass: When you buy your Art Pass your confirmation email will contain one booking reference that can be used for both exhibitions, allowing single entry to each exhibition on any day 6Dec25-12Apr26

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund