Brisbane Art Galleries

(Brisbane, Queensland - QLD, Australia)

There really is no good excuse not to pay a visit to the main art galleries of Brisbane, since most are centrally located and come with no admission charges whatsoever. Particularly noteworthy in Brisbane is the Institute of Modern Art (IMA), which was founded in the mid-1970s and became one of the very first dedicated contemporary art venues in Australia.

Tourists holidaying in this part of Australia also like to check out the Queensland Art Gallery, which is to be found alongside the Brisbane River and serves as the state's principal visual arts institution. Working hard to fulfill its philosophy of connecting people and art, the Queensland Art Gallery dates back to 1895 and has been on the South Bank since 1982, with a secondary building being added in 1990 to provide additional, much-needed exhibition space.

Institute of Modern Art (IMA)

Address: 420 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4006, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 3252 5750
Situated alongside the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts, the Institute of Modern Art (IMA) is close to central Brisbane and remains amongst the most popular non-commercial contemporary arts venues in the city. Featuring a number of different gallery spaces, with a strong focus on experimental art, the Institute of Modern Art is often abbreviated as simply the 'IMA' and boasts various modern paintings, sculptures, ceramics and glasswork, with both permanent and temporary exhibitions, often by highly acclaimed artists from around the world.
Open hours: Tuesday to Friday - 11:00 to 17:00, Saturday - 11:00 to 16:00
Admission: free

Queensland Art Gallery

Address: Stanley Place / Melbourne Street, South Brisbane, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4101, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 3840 7303
The magnificent riverside Queensland Art Gallery resides in the South Bank district, next to the Queensland Museum, the State Library and the Performing Arts Centre. Featuring a diverse collection of modern and classical paintings, sculptures, photographs, Aboriginal art and many temporary exhibitions, other attractions at the prestigious Queensland Art Gallery include a popular coffee shop, festivals and art-related events. Of note, the venue is close to the South Brisbane train station and the Victoria Bridge.
Open hours: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Admission: free

Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts

Address: Robertson Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4006, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 3872 9018
Established as a Queensland Government initiative, the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts on Robertson Streets stands within the scenic Fortitude Valley area of the city, where it is dedicated to all kinds of local modern art. Featuring paintings and sculptures from many artists based in Queensland, the centre also offers various workshops and classes, a media centre and regular touring productions, and is just across from the Valley Car Park.
Open hours: Tuesday to Saturday - 11:00 to 18:00
Admission: free

Caboolture Shire Community Arts Centre

Address: Sunderland Drive, Bribie Island, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4507, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 3408 9288
Housing an impressive permanent collection of paintings and sculptures, the Caboolture Shire Community Arts Centre is surrounded by picturesque bushland. Other attractions here include guided tours, workshops and a large gift shop, selling a diverse range of local arts and crafts.
Open hours: Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00
Admission: free

Celestial Gallery

Address: 878 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4006, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 3852 2385
The Celestial Gallery, in the Fortitude Valley area, is a well-stocked commercial art shop. Specialising in stylish glassworks and ceramics, other features at the Celestial include a number of individual paintings and many truly unique sculptures. Nearby attractions include the Anglican Church of Australia, the Orchard's Dancing Academy and the Fortitude Valley Swimming Pool.
Open hours: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 18:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 16:00
Admission: free

Fusions Gallery

Address: Malt Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4006, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 3358 5122
The Fusions Gallery is housed in a historic church building and is a popular commercial venue, dedicated to local Brisbane ceramics and sculptures. With many temporary exhibitions throughout the year, Fusions can be found in the Fortitude Valley area, close to Brunswick Street train station.
Open hours: Tuesday - Saturday - 11:00 to 17:00
Admission: free

Gallery D

Address: The Dome, Main Street, Montville North, Queensland (QLD), 4560, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 5442 9244
Located on the outskirts of the city, Gallery D is a popular commercial art centre, selling a wide range of Australian art work, including paintings, sculptures, ceramics and jewellery.
Open hours: daily - 10:30 to 17:00
Admission: free

Gold Coast City Art Gallery

Address: 135 Bundall Road, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Queensland (QLD), 4217, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 5581 6567
Situated on Queensland's famous Gold Coast and within the suburb of Surfers Paradise, the aptly named Gold Coast City Art Gallery is full of contemporary works, including many stunning paintings, a popular sculpture trail (the Evandale Sculpture Walk) and numerous temporary exhibitions throughout the calendar. This venue is within easy reach of central Brisbane, being conveniently close to the Nerang train station, and is known for its skyline views.
Open hours: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 11:00 to 17:30
Admission: free

Redback Art Gallery

Address: 60 Khartoum Street, Gordon Park, Brisbane, Queensland (QLD), 4031, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)7 3357 6061
Located on Khartoum Street and within the Gordon Park area of the city, the Redback Art Gallery is dedicated to outstanding Aboriginal paintings and art work. With regular exhibitions and well-supported events, the Redback is close to a number of notable recreational spaces, such as Grange Park and Lutwyche Park.
Open hours: Tuesday to Saturday - 12:00 to 17:00
Admission: free