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Museum of Contemporary Art vs Art Gallery of New South Wales
Both are rated highly by professional travelers. Overall, Art Gallery of New South Wales is the choice of most reviewers compared to Museum of Contemporary Art. Art Gallery of New South Wales is ranked #3 in Sydney with endorsements from 8 sources including Afar Magazine, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
Museum of Contemporary Art
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140 George St, The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
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Fodor's
"This ponderous art deco building houses one of Australia's most important collections of modern art."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"The MCA celebrates Australia's emerging and contemporary talent. Aboriginal art features prominently."
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Afar Magazine
"The museum houses amazing collections of art from top Australian modern artists and features traveling shows."
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Time Out
"Inside, the galleries themselves are clean, logical and open – with long vistas to entice and draw you in further. "
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The lower level showcases the work of young living artists. The upper floor houses the permanent collection: almost 4 000 works going from the 1950s to the avant-garde of today."
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At the end of your visit, be sure to take a look around the roof terrace, where you can take in a wonderful view of Harbour Bridge and the Opera House.
Art Gallery of New South Wales
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Art Gallery Rd, The Domain, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
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Top Choice
"With its classical Greek frontage and modern rear end, the ultrareputable Art Gallery of NSW plays a prominent and gregarious role in Sydney society."
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Fodor's
"Apart from Canberra's National Gallery, this is the best place to explore the evolution of European-influenced Australian art, as well as the distinctly different concepts that underlie Aboriginal art."
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Condé Nast Traveler
Editor's Pick
"Modern and contemporary works are displayed in the gallery's light-filled spaces, which is located in beautiful parklands overlooking the Royal Botanic Gardens."
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Afar Magazine
"The Art Gallery of New South Wales is a stunningly beautiful gallery which houses an impressive collection of Australian indigenous art, as well as contemporary works."
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Definitely don't miss the Yiribana collection on the lower level.
Travel + Leisure
"The Art Gallery of New South Wales is your first port of call if you want to see a wide range of art both classic and contemporary, and admission is free to peruse its permanent collection."
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