As Sydneysiders, our family looks on the Art Gallery as somewhere to visit guite regularly. Whether to view an outstanding travelling exhibition or to wander amongst the permanent collection, there is always something interesting to see. But it is the atmosphere which attracts me most. It is a light, airy, welcoming, almost informal space with an enthusiastic vibe. It is... More

There are a great number of museums and galleries in Sydney, but the Art Gallery tops my list of favorites for its vast collections of Asian and European art, sculptures, contemporary items, and always lively ambience. It was late in the afternoon the day I went, and I was much enchanted by the live jazz performance at the museum cafe,... More

What a wonderful experience. We spent half a day at the Art Gallery and thoroughly enjoyed the exhibitions.

Whilst this gallery may not have the commanding presence as the National Gallery in Canberra or the collection of the Melbourne Gallery it is always worth a visit. Found 2013 Archibald VERY average..time for the Trustees to include some NEW artists....thoroughly enjoyed the Children's Archibald and the Helmut Newton photographs.

Not the best state gallery in Australia but still worth a visit. Traditional and contemporary Aboriginal art downstairs; Don't be seduced by the old galleries to the right - it's mostly hyper-art from the Victorian period. The galleries to the left have a good selection from Australia's best-loved artists. Avoid the turgid tours - use your own judgement.

I’ve always been visiting the Art Gallery as part of school excursions or on outings with family and friends! It's never boring with such a wide collection available to see whether it be oriental art, renaissance, high school works or modern sculpture!

We visited the gallery to view the Archibald Portrait exhibition. Walking through the Botanical Gardens was a lovely prelude to our visit. The gallery is spacious, bright and quite impressive. The permanent collection was so interesting with many pieces by well known Australian artists set out in time periods. The Korean porcelain display was thought provoking and the Korean prints... More

We went to the gallery mainly because the Archibald prize nominations were on show. The paintings were well displayed in a few rooms. While there we also had a wander around the rest of the gallery which was also well displayed.

The art galley is a great place the spend the mornings, it has the additional advantage of enjoying a morning walk through the botanical gardens at its door steps. The best time to visit is during the Archibald prize to view the offerings of best in Australia art on offer.