Top Sydney Art Galleries

Experience inspiring exhibitions at the Art Gallery of New South Wales. BEST OF AUSTRALIAN ART PRIZES: ARCHIBALD, WYNNE & SULMAN | 9 May – 16 Aug 2026 A single ticket gives you access to see three prestigious awards for Australian art. AVATAR: FORMS OF VISHNU | 20 June - 5 Oct 2026 Discover a realm of wonder, drama and divine beauty NOLAN: ORIGINS | 3 Oct - 7 Feb 2026 Discover an Australian icon SUMMER BLOCKBUSTER TAKASH MURAKAMI | 5 Dec 26 - 18 Jul 27 Experience Australia’s first dedicated exhibition of superstar Japanese artist Takashi Murakami Image credit: Takashi Murakami Cherry Blossoms Fujiyama JAPAN 2020, ©2020 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.; Installation view of Takashi Murakami Mononoke Kyoto Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum, Kyoto, Japan 2024, photo: Joshua White ©2024 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved; Takashi Murakami, photos by Shin Suzuki ©Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved;

Discover unique tours at the Art Gallery New South Wales, Sydney. NEW - AUSTRALIAN ART STORIES TOUR (daily, 75min) Expert-guided journey through Australia's stories and culture across both Art Gallery buildings including a focus on indigenous art, early access before gallery opens to the public, coffee at MOD Dining with your guide, 10% off the Gallery Shop, Cafe and Kiosk, and access to the members lounge. ***Meeting Point: Welcome Hub, Naala Badu (modern, glass building).

Perfect Sydney Shore Excursion – Just 15 Minutes from City Centre Make the most of your Sydney port day at Australia's premier art museum, featuring unique tours, unmissable exhibitions, and dining with renowned Australian chefs. EASY ACCESS – 15-min walk from Circular Quay SHORE EXCURSION OPTIONS AUSTRALIAN ART STORIES TOUR (daily, 75 minutes) Expert-guided journey through Australian culture, including the renowned Yiribana Gallery of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander art. Includes early access before gallery opens ✓ Perfect cruise timing ✓ Daily departures Why Perfect for Cruisers? ✓ Close to port ✓ Harbour views ✓ Flexible timing ✓ All-weather venue BOOK AHEAD – to guarantee entry

Discover Sydney in comfort on a private highlights tour designed around your group. This experience is ideal for travellers wanting to see the city’s best-known sights without the rigid schedule of a large coach tour. Travel with a local operator in a premium air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a relaxed route that can include Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge viewpoints, The Rocks, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, Bondi Beach, Watsons Bay, and other key city and coastal locations depending on timing. Because this is a private experience, the day feels easier, more personal, and more flexible. You can enjoy photo stops, short walks, scenic viewpoints, and time to take in the city properly rather than rushing from stop to stop. This tour is a strong option for first-time Sydney visitors, cruise passengers, families, and anyone wanting a private overview of the city in a comfortable and well-paced format.