Visit Art Gallery of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Oct, Nov
20°C – 26°C, warm and humid with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
20°C – 26°C, warm and humid with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible with ramps, lifts, and mobility aids available.
Fully accessible with ramps, lifts, and mobility aids available.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry, but some exhibitions require paid tickets.
Free entry, but some exhibitions require paid tickets.
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Stunning Architecture
Couples loved the modern design and the beautiful harbor views from the gallery.
Romantic Stroll
Visitors found the location in The Domain perfect for a leisurely, romantic walk before.
Free Admission
Couples appreciated the free general admission, making it an affordable cultural outing.
Limited Dining
Travelers felt the dining options were limited and a bit overpriced for the quality.
Overcrowded Spaces
Couples mentioned that certain exhibitions felt crowded, especially during peak times.
Ticketed Exhibitions
Some couples were disappointed by the need to pay extra for special exhibitions.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
18-26°C
December marks the beginning of summer with warm temperatures and increased humidity. Average temperatures range from 17.5°C to 25.7°C.
December marks the beginning of summer with warm temperatures and increased humidity. Average temperatures range from 17.5°C to 25.7°C.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, holiday events may affect opening hours and availability.
No significant restrictions; however, holiday events may affect opening hours and availability.
Recommended
December's festive atmosphere and warm weather make it a popular time to visit, though expect large crowds and higher prices.
December's festive atmosphere and warm weather make it a popular time to visit, though expect large crowds and higher prices.
January
HIGH
20-26°C
Warm and humid with occasional rainfall.
Warm and humid with occasional rainfall.
Open
No major restrictions; however, some exhibitions may require advance booking due to high demand.
No major restrictions; however, some exhibitions may require advance booking due to high demand.
Recommended
January is a popular time to visit the Art Gallery of New South Wales, offering warm weather and a vibrant atmosphere. Be prepared for larger crowds and higher prices during this peak season.
January is a popular time to visit the Art Gallery of New South Wales, offering warm weather and a vibrant atmosphere. Be prepared for larger crowds and higher prices during this peak season.
February
MEDIUM
20-26°C
Warm with higher humidity and increased rainfall.
Warm with higher humidity and increased rainfall.
Open
No significant restrictions; some exhibitions may still require advance booking.
No significant restrictions; some exhibitions may still require advance booking.
Recommended
February offers warm temperatures and fewer crowds compared to January. While rainfall is more frequent, it's still a good time to visit the gallery with more comfortable crowd levels.
February offers warm temperatures and fewer crowds compared to January. While rainfall is more frequent, it's still a good time to visit the gallery with more comfortable crowd levels.
March
LOW
19-24°C
Mild temperatures with decreasing humidity and rainfall.
Mild temperatures with decreasing humidity and rainfall.
Open
No major restrictions; most exhibitions readily accessible.
No major restrictions; most exhibitions readily accessible.
Recommended
March provides pleasant weather and minimal crowds, making it an ideal time to explore the Art Gallery of New South Wales at a leisurely pace.
March provides pleasant weather and minimal crowds, making it an ideal time to explore the Art Gallery of New South Wales at a leisurely pace.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Route 441 stops near the gallery on Art Gallery Road. Other routes include 170X, 201, 288, 325, and 396X.
Train
Recommended
St James and Martin Place stations are a 10-minute walk through The Domain.
Walking
Recommended
The gallery is a 10-minute walk from St James or Martin Place stations, or a 5-minute walk from Macquarie Street.
Bike
Bike parking racks are located along Art Gallery Road near the main entrance.
Car
Limited metered parking is available on Art Gallery Road and Mrs Macquaries Road. Additional parking at Domain Car Park.
Shuttle
A courtesy bus operates on Wednesday evenings during Art After Hours, departing from the gallery every 15-20 minutes from 7 pm.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services can drop off and pick up passengers on Art Gallery Road.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required