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  • Denis F
    Dublin, Ireland36 contributions
    A beautiful Art Gallery
    Saturday the 25th of November was part of the Black Friday weekend and the temperature in Sydney was 20 with persistent rain. Paramore were playing a concert across the road. There was no better place to go than the Gallery of New South Wales. I spent three full hours in the gallery. The gallery is a beautiful building. There is a fantastic selection of Art in the gallery. My favourite was Picasso's Nude in a rocking chair. A must visit on a trip to Sydney.
    Review of: Art Gallery of New South Wales
    Written 25 November 2023
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    phnom penh66 contributions
    A great way to spend a couple of hours
    Some really interesting pieces - a photo exhibit that I paid extra to see but the museum is otherwise free. Not a huge number of offerings but an interesting range. Well worth the visit.
    Review of: Museum of Contemporary Art
    Written 26 October 2023
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  • Olivia
    Muswellbrook, Australia92 contributions
    2nd visit and did not disappoint-a hidden gem
    Fantastic-my daughters bought me here a few years ago (after they came on a school excursion).
    Keep your mind open and absorb it all.
    I’m not an ‘art’ critique or follower, but I appreciate the stories and perspectives this gallery offers.
    The cafe is out of this world as well, a real gem. If anything, having a tea and something to eat is a fantastic way to end the trip. I took hubby on this trip and he loved it. Staff were so good, from the staff who are supervising the artworks to the fantastic cafe staff, they couldn’t be more helpful.
    We will return. It’s a fabulous asset to people.
    Review of: White Rabbit Gallery
    Written 12 July 2023
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  • CasandraTP
    Sydney, Australia1,054 contributions
    Great little gallery
    Situated in the back streets of Surry Hills, this gallery is worth finding. It is only opened Thursday-Sunday and closes at 4pm. The top floor is Brett’s last studio and they have left everything as if he could walk in at any minute. It is an amazing way to see a snippet into his life and to see who he actually knew. Downstairs is a number of Brett’s artwork and to see them up close is special. The best thing is it is totally free. If you like your art and want to check out one of Australia’s best artists do find time to visit.
    Review of: Brett Whiteley Studio
    Written 13 April 2023
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  • AllanJGJ
    Wellington, New Zealand3,822 contributions
    Check out the brilliant forecourt
    A handsome Georgian building with a range of facilities inside including the Tourist Office but what particularly appealed to us was the vegetation in the forecourt which included wheat and vegetables & herbs as well as a range of flowers. Really innovative and very cheery.
    Review of: Customs House
    Written 19 October 2023
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  • Maria G
    Cape Town Central, South Africa12 contributions
    Amazing experience
    I was there on Thursday the 10th August, and I was elated by the excellent service at the main entrance when my students got the chance to speak with Archaeologist Lise Pyers.

    Not only is she very knowledgeable and sociable , but also a caring host.
    My students were very happy about the whole experience thanks to her guidance and services.

    I’ll definitely visit again with other classes from ILSC School.

    I highly recommend the place as an excursion destination for both locals and tourists as well.
    Review of: Chau Chak Wing Museum
    Written 12 August 2023
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  • Thomas V
    Oakland, CA16,367 contributions
    Good Space for Special Shows
    This is a large space that stages special shows, and I attended one. It's in a cool neighborhood on one of the bays with a lot of eating and drinking places nearby. Good place for an expo.
    Review of: Artspace Sydney
    Written 10 January 2020
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