Top Things to do in Sydney
Things to do in Sydney, New South Wales: The Best Art Museums
Sydney offers plenty of historical and contemporary Australian flavor. The marvelous Sydney Opera House looks like a great origami sailboat, floating peacefully in a harbor. Wander the narrow cobblestone streets of The Rocks and then take in a street performance on the Circular Quay before heading into the Museum of Contemporary Art. The views from the Sydney Tower Eye observatory are epic – use this chance to get to know the layout of the city from high above.
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1. Brett Whiteley Studio
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5.0 based on 59 reviews
Sydney’s best kept secret The Brett Whiteley Studio was the workplace and home of Australian artist, Brett Whiteley (1939–92). The artist bought the former warehouse in 1985 and converted it into a studio and exhibition space. He lived there from 1987 to 1992, the year he died in Thirroul. The visitor is offered the unique opportunity to experience the atmosphere of the space – the studio with his unfinished paintings, art equipment and collections of reference books, and the graffiti wall covered with quotes and images. The living area has memorabilia such as photographs, objects, postcards, furniture, his music collection and sketchbooks. The gallery has changing exhibitions of the artist’s works: paintings, drawings, sculpture and graphics borrowed from the Brett Whiteley Studio Collection, Art Gallery of New South Wales and private collections. There is a small gallery shop with postcards, posters and other merchandise for sale. There is no cafe at the Studio, however visitor
Reviewed By 548katec - Forresters Beach, Australia
This smaller Sydney gallery space never disappoints. It showcases works by the artist, whose diverse materials and techniques include painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media and printmaking. The upstairs studio space has been preserved, so visitors can get a sense of some of Whitely's passions and influences as well as his studio set-up and practice. Exhibitions change yearly, sometimes more frequently, and are curated around the artist's major preoccupations and themes. Currently, Whiteley's love of his home and its setting in Sydney's Lavender Bay with its views across the harbour and lush maritime environment are on display. For people with an interest in art, Whitely's Studio is an absolute gem and a must.
2. Art Gallery of New South Wales
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4.5 based on 3,074 reviews
The Art Gallery of New South Wales acknowledges the traditional custodians of the country on which it is located, the Gadigal of the Eora nation, and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. From its magnificent site in Sydney, the Art Gallery of NSW is one of Australia’s flagship art museums and the state’s leading visual arts institution. Our mission is to serve the widest possible audience as a centre of excellence for the collection, preservation, documentation, interpretation and display of Australian and international art, and a forum of scholarship, art education and the exchange of ideas.
Reviewed By borrum - London, United Kingdom
Open daily and free entry, the gallery houses impressive collections of classic and contemporary Australian, Asian and Aboriginal paintings, photographs, drawings and sculptures. European masters also are well represented. Interesting and informative schedule of free guided tours, as well as presentations and discussion groups. The restaurant and comfortable coffee shop are good value too.
3. Artspace Sydney
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
4. White Rabbit Gallery
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4.5 based on 275 reviews
Showcasing modern Chinese art from the current century, the White Rabbit Gallery offers four floors of diverse works and free film screenings, as well as a relaxing tea house on the ground floor. The gallery is open Wednesday through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Reviewed By 547gregh - Brisbane, Australia
Every time we visit Sydney we include a visit to White Rabbit as they change their exhibition twice a year and the collection of Chinese contemporary art is just superb.
5. Museum of Contemporary Art
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4.0 based on 1,194 reviews
Welcome to Australia's Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA), dedicated to exhibiting, collecting and interpreting the work of today's artists.
Reviewed By Darcydachshund - Ludlow, United Kingdom
The museum is right on the waterfront at the end of Circular Quay. Entrance is free so just wander in and see if there's anything that's to your liking. Then go up to the rooftop cafe on the fourth floor where you can get food at reasonable prices and a fiv star view of the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.
6. Customs House
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4.0 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By faithandhope2live - Coquitlam, Canada
When we stroll around Circular Quay harbour, we bump into this over 100 old fill with character old building, the sign at the front said visitor services with an arrow pointed up "Custom House". We went in to check it out. Now the building use it as a Public Library, very quiet and cool, we saw one area with comfortable sofa to sit on and there were few gentlemen made good use of this opportunity to had a quick nap to refill their energy, my husband went over there to join them. This building attracted to me the most is the miniature model of Sydney set up under a see through glass on the ground floor for people to enjoy! Happy Travelling!
7. The Art of Murder
The Art of Murder is an immersive escape room / alternate reality theatre game. You and your friends investigate the murder of a wealthy dowager in her amazing art filled home. Lift fingerprints, pick locks, solve puzzles and locate the murder weapon! You’ve got a limited amount of time to build a case and discover what really happened on that fateful day...
8. Dominik Mersch Gallery
DOMINIK MERSCH GALLERY (DMG) was founded in 2006 in Sydney. With the aim to exhibit work that has an indelible impact aesthetically and conceptually, DMG challenges and engages its clients and broader audience by presenting the finest artist at the forefront of contemporary art practice. DMG represents artists with impeccable artistic execution and demonstration of skill within their work.
