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Museum of Contemporary ArtvsArt 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.
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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." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The MCA celebrates Australia's emerging and contemporary talent. Aboriginal art features prominently." Full review
Afar Magazine "The museum houses amazing collections of art from top Australian modern artists and features traveling shows." Full review
Time Out "Inside, the galleries themselves are clean, logical and open – with long vistas to entice and draw you in further. " Full review
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." Full review
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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.
Time Out "The MCA will be born again, boasting 50 per cent more floor space, a rooftop café and sculpture terrace, a high-tech education centre, a 120-seat lecture theatrette and forecourt. " Full review
Time Out "Inside, the galleries themselves are clean, logical and open – with long vistas to entice and draw you in further. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "Tucked down along the waterfront of the Rocks district, this hip modern museum has a strong Aussie bent." Full review
Monocle "Two floors were opened as galleries to form the cultural powerhouse it is today...including the addition of a wing and striking public spaces. Grand hospitality rooms, such as Foundation Hall"
Frommer's "This imposing sandstone museum, set back from the water on The Rocks side of Circular Quay, offers wacky, entertaining, inspiring, and befuddling displays of what's new." Full review
Art Gallery of New South Wales
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Art Gallery Rd, The Domain, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
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Lonely Planet 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." Full review
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." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Modern and contemporary works are displayed in the gallery's light-filled spaces, which is located in beautiful parklands overlooking the Royal Botanic Gardens." Full review
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." Full review
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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." Full review
Travel + Leisure "It's an imposing classical building opposite the Royal Botanic Garden. Australian, Aboriginal, Asian, and European art stars, with a free permanent collection and changing exhibitions." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A superb panorama of European and Australian artwork including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art." Full review
Time Out "One of the best free things to do in Sydney is to see a movie at the Art Gallery of NSW. They offer year-round programs of screenings in support of their major exhibitions and they are..." Full review
The Telegraph "houses an eclectic mix of Western, Contemporary, Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Pacific and Asian art. " Full review
Frommer's "This beautiful gallery, established in 1871, has a fine collection of international and Australian art that you should take time to see" Full review
