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Museums & Galleries

Explore Sydney’s top museums & galleries on unforgettable day trips & tours! From world-class art to rich history, discover & book the best cultural experiences today!

The iconic Brett Whiteley Studio reopens this weekend: here’s a first look

July 24, 2026 by Isabelle James
Brett Whiteley Upstairs Studio

After more than two years of building upgrades, the Brett Whiteley Studio reopens this Saturday, and we were among the first to step inside.

Categories Things to do, Entertainment, Museums & Galleries Tags Brett Whiteley, Brett Whiteley Studio, Free Art Gallery, Wendy Whiteley's Secret Garden

Parramatta is giving you the keys to its most impressive buildings for one day only

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 by Isabelle James
PHIVE Parramatta Open

Sydney Open, the city’s biggest architecture and design event, is heading west this August, unlocking some of Parramatta’s most significant buildings and hidden spaces for one day only.

Categories Things to do, Museums & Galleries, Western Sydney Tags Parramatta Open

“A space for art that breaks all the rules”: Inside Sydney’s best free art gallery

July 17, 2026 by Isabelle James
White Rabbit Art Gallery Black Myth

As admission prices rise across Sydney’s biggest cultural institutions, one independent gallery refuses to charge an entry fee. We chatted with the White Rabbit Gallery team about accessibility, exhibitions and Sydney’s changing cultural spaces.

Categories Things to do, Entertainment, Free Activities, Museums & Galleries Tags Free Art Gallery, White Rabbit Gallery

The Incognito Art Show returns – here’s how to buy an Archibald Prize-winner’s work for $100

June 27, 2026June 26, 2026 by Isabelle James
2026 Incognito Art Show

Tired of elitist art shows? Welcome to Australia’s biggest and most inclusive art show, where every piece is sold for just $100, including those by award-winning artists.

Categories Museums & Galleries, Things to do Tags Art Show Carriageworks, Incognito Art Show

Be the first in Sydney to see sixth-century sculptures at this major new exhibition

June 19, 2026 by Isabelle James
Cambodian Vishnu statue from the early 800s

A major new exhibition opens at the Art Gallery of NSW this Saturday, marking the gallery’s largest presentation of South and Southeast Asian art in more than two decades.

Categories Things to do, Museums & Galleries Tags art gallery of nsw, Avatar: Forms of Vishnu

Sydney’s best free historical attraction? A visit to Government House is certainly a right royal contender

June 12, 2026 by Peter Lynch
Government House

In a city blessed with world-famous landmarks, Government House remains one of Sydney’s most underrated attractions.

Categories Things to do, Museums & Galleries Tags Government House

The best art exhibitions and events happening in Sydney this winter

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 by Isabelle James
Xu Zhen® 徐震®, _mmortals' Trails in a Secret Land_2012

It’s winter in Sydney, and suddenly that beach day out is looking a little less appealing. Luckily for us, a new wave of art exhibitions, studio openings and art fairs are popping up to keep us entertained during the chillier months.

Categories Things to do, Museums & Galleries Tags Art Exhibitions, Things to do in Winter

You can now have sunset drinks and canapés atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge for just $80

May 28, 2026May 27, 2026 by Isabelle James
View from SkyHouse

The reimagined BridgeMuseum has officially opened, bringing together immersive experiences, storytelling and sweeping 360-degree views.

Categories Things to do, Harbour & Beaches, Museums & Galleries Tags BridgeMuseum, Sydney Harbour Bridge

Tony Albert is reclaiming Australia’s racist souvenir culture – and you can get involved

May 21, 2026May 20, 2026 by Isabelle James
Tony Albert Not a Souvenir Hero

We previewed Tony Albert’s new exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Not A Souvenir and heard from the artist about his collection of “Aboriginalia”.

Categories Things to do, Museums & Galleries Tags MCA exhibition, Museum of Contemporary Art, Tony Albert

Six-time finalist Richard Lewer wins Archibald Prize 2026 for striking portrait of Iluwanti Ken

May 8, 2026 by Isabelle James
Archibald Prize Winner Robert Lewer

Australia’s most celebrated art award has officially named its winner: six-time finalist and Melbourne-based artist Richard Lewer for his portrait of Iluwanti Ken.

Categories News, Museums & Galleries Tags Archibald Prize, Archibald Wynne and Sulman Prize, art gallery of nsw
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