About this experience
Perfect Sydney Shore Excursion – Just 15 Minutes from City Centre
Make the most of your Sydney port day at Australia's premier art museum, featuring unique tours, unmissable exhibitions, and dining with renowned Australian chefs.
EASY ACCESS – 15-min walk from Circular Quay
AUSTRALIAN ART STORIES TOUR (daily, 75 minutes)
Expert-guided journey through Australian culture, including the renowned Yiribana Gallery of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander art. Includes early access before gallery opens
✓ Perfect cruise timing
✓ Daily departures
EXHIBITION TICKETS:
Takashi Murakami | 5 Dec - 17 July 2027
Sidney Nolan | 3 Oct - 7 Feb
Why Perfect for Cruisers?
✓ Close to port
✓ Flexible timing
✓ All-weather venue
Installation view of Takashi Murakami Mononoke Kyoto, Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum, Kyoto, Japan 2024, photo: Joshua White ©2024 Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Photo by Shin Suzuki ©Takashi Murakami/Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr–5 hr
What is included
- Early access Murakami: access at 9.30am before gallery opens, souvenir, drink at MOD Dining
- Australian art stories daily 75minute guided tour
- Sidney Nolan exhibition: access during gallery opening hours
- Takashi Murakami Ticket: entry to exhibition during gallery open hours on day of booking
- Australian art stories meeting point, Welcome Hub, Naala Badu (modern, glass building) @ 9.15am
Not included
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
We offer inspiring exhibitions, unique tours, and dining experiences from renowned Australian chefs. Be immersed in Australian culture and stories within one of the world's most beautiful cultural precincts at the Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney.
Choose your experience:
Australian art stories daily 75min guided tour of the key Australian works across the art campus of the gallery including coffee at MOD Dining and 10% off Gallery Cafe, Kiosk, and Shop and access to the members lounge for the day
Ron Mueck: Encounter - 6Dec-11Apr
Internationally celebrated artist Ron Mueck returns to Australia this summer with a major new exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales in Sydney
Dangerously Modern: 11 Oct 25-1 Feb 26
Discover the art and stories of 50 trailblazing artists. This is the first major exhibition to focus on the vital role of Australian women in shaping international modernism at the Art Gallery of New South Wales
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Art Gallery of New South Wales
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Australian art stories tour: Discover Australian stories through art with a 75 minute guided morning tour including a coffee/tea and sweet treat
- Sidney Nolan Exhibition: A journey through the landscapes and stories of iconic Australian artist: Sidney Nolan at the Art Gallery of New South Wales
- Early Access Murakami: Access exhibition before gallery doors open - also includes limited edition Murakami souvenir, and tea/coffee at MOD Dining
- Takashi Murakami Exhibition: Australia’s first dedicated exhibition of superstar Japanese artist Takashi Murakami. Entry during gallery opening hours
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