Walk through immersive exhibits at Sydney Modern
Sydney, Australia • 
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Best months to visit
Jan, May, Dec
19°C – 26°C, warm and humid with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
19°C – 26°C, warm and humid with occasional rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible with ramps, elevators, and flat terrain.
Fully accessible with ramps, elevators, and flat terrain.
Value for money
Medium
Free general entry, but special exhibits add to the cost.
Free general entry, but special exhibits add to the cost.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Stunning Architecture
Couples loved the light-filled spaces and panoramic harbour views; very romantic!
Immersive Exhibits
The Tank was a highlight! The immersive art made for a memorable date.
Free Admission
Visitors felt it was a great value with free entry to many exhibits.
Soulless Spaces
Some couples found the vastness and design of the building a bit sterile.
Long Walk
Travelers noted the walk from the train stations was quite extensive.
Paid Exhibitions
Couples were disappointed that special exhibitions required extra charges.
Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 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
February
MEDIUM
19-26°C
Warm with decreasing humidity and occasional showers.
Warm with decreasing humidity and occasional showers.
Open
Generally good availability, but some events may still require booking.
Generally good availability, but some events may still require booking.
Recommended
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds compared to January. It's a good time to visit with more comfortable conditions and better availability.
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds compared to January. It's a good time to visit with more comfortable conditions and better availability.
March
LOW
18-25°C
Mild temperatures with occasional rain.
Mild temperatures with occasional rain.
Open
High availability with minimal restrictions.
High availability with minimal restrictions.
Recommended
March offers pleasant weather and minimal crowds, making it an ideal time for a relaxed visit with better prices and availability.
March offers pleasant weather and minimal crowds, making it an ideal time for a relaxed visit with better prices and availability.
April
LOW
14-22°C
Cooler temperatures with less humidity and occasional showers.
Cooler temperatures with less humidity and occasional showers.
Open
Excellent availability with no significant restrictions.
Excellent availability with no significant restrictions.
Recommended
April's cooler weather and low crowds make it a great time to visit. Enjoy the exhibits in a tranquil setting with favorable conditions.
April's cooler weather and low crowds make it a great time to visit. Enjoy the exhibits in a tranquil setting with favorable conditions.
May
MEDIUM
13-19°C
Mild temperatures with occasional rainfall.
Mild temperatures with occasional rainfall.
Open
Some exhibits may have limited access during festival events.
Some exhibits may have limited access during festival events.
Recommended
May is a vibrant month in Sydney, highlighted by the Vivid Sydney festival, which features light installations and events across the city. The Sydney Modern's immersive exhibits are open, but some areas might be busier or have limited access due to festival-related activities. It's advisable to book tickets in advance and check the gallery's schedule for any special events or closures.
May is a vibrant month in Sydney, highlighted by the Vivid Sydney festival, which features light installations and events across the city. The Sydney Modern's immersive exhibits are open, but some areas might be busier or have limited access due to festival-related activities. It's advisable to book tickets in advance and check the gallery's schedule for any special events or closures.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus routes, including the 441, stop directly outside the Art Gallery of New South Wales on Art Gallery Road. Other routes (200, 324, 325, 500 series) stop nearby.
Train
Recommended
The closest train stations are St James and Martin Place, both a 10-minute walk across The Domain to the gallery. St James is accessible via the T2, T3, T4, and T8 lines, and Martin Place via the T4 and South Coast lines.
Walking
Recommended
The gallery is a pleasant walk from many central Sydney locations. From Hyde Park, it is approximately a 5-minute walk across The Domain.
Bike
Cyclists can utilize the paths within The Domain and the Royal Botanic Garden to reach the gallery. Bicycle parking is available along Art Gallery Road.
Car
Access the gallery via Art Gallery Road. While there is no public car parking available directly at the museum, there are several parking stations nearby, including The Domain Car Park.
Ferry
Take a ferry to Circular Quay, then walk 15-20 minutes through the Royal Botanic Garden to Sydney Modern.
Taxi
A dedicated drop-off and pick-up zone for taxis is located on Art Gallery Road, directly in front of the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
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
