Art Gallery of NSW
Museums
Central
Art, Photography, Shopping
A fee may apply for special exhibitions.
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Notes: Car parking and access to entrance of building. Accessible parking near house available with prior notice. Buses and taxis may drop off less mobile passengers at house entry but must park outside the grounds. House tickets obtained at the shop, located at the entry to property. Access is via five stone steps, not wheelchair accessible; however, a call button alerts ticketing staff. The house is 150 metres from the shop along a level bitumen path. Access is by guided tour only, generally of 45 minutes duration. Access to the ground floor areas is via ramp at entrance and exit. Access to the monthly 'Back of House' tours is via stairs only, not suitable for wheelchair access. Access to all public areas is via paths and gentle grass slope. Eastern terrace: some path surfaces are uneven, also some steps but alternative routes are available. Western Terrace not wheelchair accessible. Access to all public toilets, including wheelchair accessible, at rear of House.
This is a good place to get: Snacks
Dinner
Lunch
Art Gallery of NSW
Largest Museum of Art in New South Wales
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Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney, NSW 2000 |
+61 2 9225 1744 Fax: +61 2 9225 1701 |
Description
As the leading museum of art in New South Wales, and the second largest in Australia, this public gallery features an impressive collection of works from all over the world. The Australian collection offers a full overview of Australian art in various media from early colonial times to the present, and features a separate selection of Aboriginal Art. On the ground floor, in the beautiful, recently built Asian Gallery, the museum's Asian collection specializes primarily in Chinese and Japanese art from ancient times to the present. The Western collection offers a small, but impressive array of European art, including Italian and Dutch masters from the 16th to 19th centuries, and British and European Modernists. The museum also represents contemporary masters from Australia and abroad, and features a photography collection and 20th century works on paper. The building housing these impressive collections was designed in the classical tradition by Walter Liberty Vernon, New South Wales Government Architect. The building has since expanded from its original 2000 square meters of exhibition space to 4900 square meters with a 1971 expansion, and sculptures have been positioned along the entry road greeting visitors as they drive up.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 10am-5pm, Thurs-Tues; 10am-9pm, WedVisit Time: 1hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Price: Free
Price Notes: A fee may apply for special exhibitions.
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: All AgesAges that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Train
Walking
Notes: St. James & Martin Place train stations.
Parking Availability: Limited
Notes: Limited meter parking is available on Art Gallery Road and Mrs Macquarie's Road. Parking is also available in the Domain Car Park.
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