Art Gallery of New South Wales
10 expert reviews
“The Art Gallery of New South Wales is a stunningly beautiful gallery which houses an impressive collection of Australian indigenous art, as well as contemporary works.”
– Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"With its classical Greek frontage and modern rear end, the ultrareputable Art Gallery of NSW plays a prominent and gregarious role in Sydney society." Full review
Fodor's
"Apart from Canberra's National Gallery, this is the best place to explore the evolution of European-influenced Australian art, as well as the distinctly different concepts that underlie Aboriginal art." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Modern and contemporary works are displayed in the gallery's light-filled spaces, which is located in beautiful parklands overlooking the Royal Botanic Gardens." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Art Gallery of New South Wales is your first port of call if you want to see a wide range of art both classic and contemporary, and admission is free to peruse its permanent collection." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"It's an imposing classical building opposite the Royal Botanic Garden. Australian, Aboriginal, Asian, and European art stars, with a free permanent collection and changing exhibitions." Full review
Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"A superb panorama of European and Australian artwork including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art." Full review
Time Out
"One of the best free things to do in Sydney is to see a movie at the Art Gallery of NSW. They offer year-round programs of screenings in support of their major exhibitions and they are..." Full review
The Telegraph
"houses an eclectic mix of Western, Contemporary, Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Pacific and Asian art. " Full review
Frommer's
"This beautiful gallery, established in 1871, has a fine collection of international and Australian art that you should take time to see" Full review