DK Travel : Sydney : Museums & Galleries

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2 Danks Street

Home to ten commercial galleries displaying a wide range of art, this converted warehouse is a forerunner of the new arty precinct southeast of the CBD. German Conny Dietzschold shows exciting international art, Utopia exhibits Aboriginal art and Gow Langsford presents a range of international art.
Art Gallery of NSW

It’s easy to spend a whole day in Sydney’s most extensive art gallery.
Artspace

A non-commercial gallery, Artspace presents contemporary works. Some shows include traditional artforms such as painting, but many lean towards the experimental through new media, installations and performance.
Australian Centre for Photography

Founded in 1973, Australia’s longest established contemporary gallery presents the best in local and international photography and new media. A photo wall features the works of emerging artists, while the main space contains temporary exhibitions.
Australian Galleries

Contemporary Australian works by artists such as Jeffery Smart.
Australian Museum

Established in 1827, Australia’s first museum is the place to explore the country’s natural and cultural �historyhistory through its huge collection of artifacts. Experience indigenous culture with dance performance every Sunday, and enjoy interactive features for kids and inspired temporary exhibitions.
Blender Gallery

Specializes in photography.
Brett Whiteley Studio

When Brett Whiteley died in 1992, his wife turned his studio into a memorial (see Whiteley Studio). Now an adjunct of the AGNSW, his bedroom and workspace have been left intact. Get to know the artist through his unfinished paintings or the gallery space that exhibits his work.
Eva Breuer Art Dealer

A conservative collection of Australian art from every period.
Gavala Aboriginal Art Centre

This is Sydney’s only Aboriginal art gallery owned by indigenous people. Combining an exhibition space with a shop, Gavala offers storytelling, didgeridoo-playing demonstrations and Aboriginal artists-in-residence who discuss their work.