Art Gallery of New South Wales Ticket and Guided Tours
Australian Art Stories Tour - Experience Australian culture & history through the storytelling of Australian Art on a daily 75 minute guided morning tour
Enjoy exclusive early access before the Art Gallery opens and discover some of Australia’s most compelling art with your expert gallery educator, including a visit to the Yiribana Gallery dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Sample Sydney’s cafe culture with a coffee at MOD Dining and enjoy members-only privileges at this landmark destination.
Be inspired by unmissable exhibitions Ron Mueck: Encounter: Last Weeks! Internationally celebrated artist Ron Mueck returns to Australia this summer. 6 Dec 2025 - 12 Apr 2026 Best of Australian art: Archibald, Wynne & Sulman Prizes. 9 May - 16 Aug 2026 Avatar: Forms of Vishnu. 20 Jun - 5 Oct 2026
Inclusions
Package: Australian Art Stories Tour
What’s included
Admission to attractions
Guided tour inside the attraction
Refreshments
Exclusive early entry to the Art Gallery (before 10am)
75-minute expert-led tour of Australian art across the buildings housing the Art Gallery’s collections
Morning tea at MOD Dining: barista coffee or tea with sweet treat
Tour lanyard to take home
Member-for-a-day privileges, including: 10% off at the Gallery Cafe, kiosk and Gallery Shop and access to the Members Lounge
Not included
- Other personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Package: Best of Australian art prizes: Archibald, Wynne & Sulman
What’s included
- Admission to select exhibitions/galleries: Archibald, Wynne & Sulman Prizes 2026 Exhibition
Not included
- Other personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Package: Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition Ticket
What’s included
- Admission to select exhibitions/galleries: Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition
Not included
- Other personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Package: Australian Art Stories Tour
How to redeem
- Enter the venue directly with your voucher
Packages: Best of Australian art prizes: Archibald, Wynne & Sulman and *Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition Ticket *
How to redeem
Present your mobile voucher
Enter the venue directly with your voucher
Redeemed ticket(s) are non-transferable
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney
9 May 2026-16 Aug 2026
20 Jun 2026-5 Oct 2026
Package: Australian Art Stories Tour
Eligibility
- Free for children aged 0-5
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Packages: Best of Australian art prizes: Archibald, Wynne & Sulman and *Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition Ticket *
Eligibility
- Free for children aged 0-11
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Package: Australian Art Stories Tour
Additional information
Re-entry to the venue is permitted. Show your ticket/wristband/stamp upon re-entry at the entrance
Dangerous materials and items such as bottles, firecrackers, lasers, and other things that may disturb or inconvenience other attendees are prohibited inside the venue
Pets are not allowed inside the venue, with the exception of service animals with valid identification
Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused entry or service. In this case, no refunds will be given
Photography is allowed, but taking videos and photos for commercial purposes, as well as the live broadcasting of the show is strictly prohibited
This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Packages: Best of Australian art prizes: Archibald, Wynne & Sulman and *Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition Ticket *
Additional information
Re-entry is not allowed after you leave the venue
Outside food and drinks are not allowed inside the venue
Photography is allowed, but taking videos and photos for commercial purposes, as well as the live broadcasting of the show is strictly prohibited
Please refer to the venue’s official website for more information about PWD accessibility
Package: Australian Art Stories Tour
Address
- Art Gallery Road, The Domain, Sydney
How to get there
- By bus: Bus 441 – Departs from the York Street side of Queen Victoria Building (Stand D) and drops off near the Art Gallery. Returns to Queen Victoria Building, picking up outside the Art Gallery.
- By train: St James and Martin Place stations are both about 10 minutes walk
- By car: Meter parking – On Mrs Macquaries Road and other streets around the Art Gallery. Parking stations – There are several car parks near the Art Gallery. The closest are the Domain Car Park and The Wharf, Woolloomooloo Car Park, both of which can be booked in advance online. Note changes to access from the Domain Car Park: The lift closest to the Art Gallery is not operational as it is being replaced by Wilson Parking There are stairs, and the car park’s south lift remains operational.
Package: Best of Australian art prizes: Archibald, Wynne & Sulman
Address
- Art Gallery of New South Wales, Naala Nura (south) building, Lower level 2
- Art Gallery Road, The Domain Sydney NSW, 2000
How to get there
- By bus: Bus 441 – Departs from the York Street side of Queen Victoria Building (Stand D) and drops off near the Art Gallery. Returns to Queen Victoria Building, picking up outside the Art Gallery.
- By train: Train – St James and Martin Place stations are both about 10 minutes walk.
- By car: There are various places to park near the Art Gallery: Meter parking – On Mrs Macquaries Road and other streets around the Art Gallery. Parking stations – There are several car parks near the Art Gallery. The closest are the Domain Car Park and The Wharf, Woolloomooloo Car Park, both of which can be booked in advance online. Note changes to access from the Domain Car Park: The lift closest to the Art Gallery is not operational as it is being replaced by Wilson Parking There are stairs, and the car park’s south lift remains operational.
- By metro: The closest metro station to the Art Gallery is the Martin Place Metro Station, which is a 10 minute walk.
- Nearby landmarks: On the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain, just down the road from St Mary’s Cathedral. About 5 minutes walk from Macquarie Street, across the Domain, or from Hyde Park.
Package: Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition Ticket
Address
- Art Gallery of New South Wales, Naala Badu (modern, glass building), Lower level 2
- Art Gallery Road, The Domain Sydney NSW, 2000
How to get there
- By bus: Bus 441 – Departs from the York Street side of Queen Victoria Building (Stand D) and drops off near the Art Gallery. Returns to Queen Victoria Building, picking up outside the Art Gallery.
- By train: Train – St James and Martin Place stations are both about 10 minutes walk.
- By car: There are various places to park near the Art Gallery: Meter parking – On Mrs Macquaries Road and other streets around the Art Gallery. Parking stations – There are several car parks near the Art Gallery. The closest are the Domain Car Park and The Wharf, Woolloomooloo Car Park, both of which can be booked in advance online. Note changes to access from the Domain Car Park: The lift closest to the Art Gallery is not operational as it is being replaced by Wilson Parking There are stairs, and the car park’s south lift remains operational.
- By metro: The closest metro station to the Art Gallery is the Martin Place Metro Station, which is a 10 minute walk.
- Nearby landmarks: On the eastern side of Sydney’s CBD, next to the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain, just down the road from St Mary’s Cathedral. About 5 minutes walk from Macquarie Street, across the Domain, or from Hyde Park.