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12 Brisbane Galleries Worth Visiting
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12 Brisbane Galleries Worth Visiting

Brisbane's gallery scene spans world-class institutions and independent spaces, with clusters in South Bank and pockets across suburbs like Fortitude Valley and Paddington. Whether you're after established collections or emerging artists, here are galleries that reward a visit.

  1. Queensland Cultural Centre — South Brisbane, Brisbane1
    Galleries South Bank

    1. Queensland Cultural Centre

    Start here for a comprehensive cultural hub. Located in South Bank, it anchors Brisbane's arts precinct and offers multiple spaces under one roof.

    68
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(6,616)· Google
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  2. Gallery of Modern Art — Milton, Brisbane2
    Galleries South Bank

    2. Gallery of Modern Art

    Also in South Bank, this gallery focuses on contemporary work and provides a strong complement to traditional collections nearby.

    67
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    Worth a Look
    4.6(9,594)· Google
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  3. Queensland Art Gallery — Milton, Brisbane3
    Galleries South Bank

    3. Queensland Art Gallery

    Another South Bank fixture, this venue holds historical and significant Australian art collections.

    64
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    Worth a Look
    4.6(700)· Google
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  4. Birrunga Gallery — Milton, Brisbane4
    Galleries Milton

    4. Birrunga Gallery

    Based in Milton, this space offers a different perspective outside the South Bank cluster if you want to explore local artistic voices.

    62
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    Worth a Look
    4.8(159)· Google
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  5. Mitchell Fine Art — Chermside, Brisbane5
    Galleries Fortitude Valley

    5. Mitchell Fine Art

    Located in Fortitude Valley, this gallery provides an alternative venue for contemporary and fine art in Brisbane's creative precinct.

    62
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    Worth a Look
    4.9(109)· Google
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  6. QUT Art Museum — Brisbane CBD, Brisbane6
    Museums Kangaroo Point

    6. QUT Art Museum

    Situated in Kangaroo Point, this museum-gallery hybrid combines art with educational context and university-backed curation.

    60
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(153)· Google
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  7. Red Hill Gallery — Milton, Brisbane7
    Galleries Paddington

    7. Red Hill Gallery

    In Paddington, this space serves the local community and showcases artists working outside the major institutional framework.

    57
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    Worth a Look
    4.8(48)· Google
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  8. Royal Queensland Art Society — Milton, Brisbane8
    Galleries South Bank

    8. Royal Queensland Art Society

    Another South Bank option, this society-run gallery reflects artist-led programming and often features member exhibitions.

    57
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    Worth a Look
    4.8(50)· Google
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  9. Eyefood Factory Australia — New Farm, Brisbane9
    Galleries New Farm

    9. Eyefood Factory Australia

    Head to New Farm for this more experimental gallery space, useful if you're seeking independent or emerging artist work.

    56
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    Worth a Look
    5.0(33)· Google
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  10. Aspire Gallery — Chermside, Brisbane10
    Galleries Paddington

    10. Aspire Gallery

    In Paddington, this venue rounds out the western gallery options and often showcases contemporary emerging talent.

    56
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    Worth a Look
    4.7(54)· Google
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  11. Arabella Wang Art Gallery — Milton, Brisbane11
    Galleries South Bank

    11. Arabella Wang Art Gallery

    Located in South Bank, this gallery adds another specialized exhibition space to the cultural precinct.

    56
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.9(39)· Google
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  12. Institute of Modern Art — Chermside, Brisbane12
    Galleries Fortitude Valley

    12. Institute of Modern Art

    Fortitude Valley's experimental arts venue, ideal for cutting-edge contemporary work and artist-run programming.

    55
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(54)· Google
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At a glance

VenueSpot ScoreGooglePriceSuburbTop feature
Queensland Cultural Centre68/1004.7(6,616)—South Bank—
Gallery of Modern Art67/1004.6(9,594)—South Bank—
Queensland Art Gallery64/1004.6(700)—South Bank—
Birrunga Gallery62/1004.8(159)—Milton—
Mitchell Fine Art62/1004.9(109)—Fortitude Valley—
QUT Art Museum60/1004.6(153)—Kangaroo Point—
Red Hill Gallery57/1004.8(48)—Paddington—
Royal Queensland Art Society57/1004.8(50)—South Bank—
Eyefood Factory Australia56/1005.0(33)—New Farm—
Aspire Gallery56/1004.7(54)—Paddington—
Arabella Wang Art Gallery56/1004.9(39)—South Bank—
Institute of Modern Art55/1004.6(54)—Fortitude Valley—

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to start if I'm new to Brisbane's galleries?+

South Bank is the logical starting point. Queensland Cultural Centre, Gallery of Modern Art, and Queensland Art Gallery are all within walking distance and offer complementary collections and approaches.

Which gallery focuses on contemporary or modern work?+

Gallery of Modern Art in South Bank is explicitly positioned around contemporary practice. Institute of Modern Art in Fortitude Valley and Eyefood Factory Australia in New Farm also emphasize contemporary and emerging work.

Are there galleries outside South Bank worth visiting?+

Yes. Fortitude Valley has Mitchell Fine Art and Institute of Modern Art; Paddington has Red Hill Gallery and Aspire Gallery; Kangaroo Point has QUT Art Museum; Milton has Birrunga Gallery; and New Farm has Eyefood Factory Australia.

Do I need to book in advance?+

This listicle does not include opening hours or booking requirements. Contact individual venues directly for current details.

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