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.
1Galleries South Bank1. 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.
View venue4.7(6,616)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look- 2Galleries 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.
View venue4.6(9,594)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
3Galleries South Bank3. Queensland Art Gallery
Another South Bank fixture, this venue holds historical and significant Australian art collections.
View venue4.6(700)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Galleries Milton4. Birrunga Gallery
Based in Milton, this space offers a different perspective outside the South Bank cluster if you want to explore local artistic voices.
View venue4.8(159)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Galleries Fortitude Valley5. Mitchell Fine Art
Located in Fortitude Valley, this gallery provides an alternative venue for contemporary and fine art in Brisbane's creative precinct.
View venue4.9(109)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Museums Kangaroo Point6. QUT Art Museum
Situated in Kangaroo Point, this museum-gallery hybrid combines art with educational context and university-backed curation.
View venue4.6(153)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Galleries Paddington7. Red Hill Gallery
In Paddington, this space serves the local community and showcases artists working outside the major institutional framework.
View venue4.8(48)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Galleries South Bank8. Royal Queensland Art Society
Another South Bank option, this society-run gallery reflects artist-led programming and often features member exhibitions.
View venue4.8(50)· Google57Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Galleries New Farm9. Eyefood Factory Australia
Head to New Farm for this more experimental gallery space, useful if you're seeking independent or emerging artist work.
View venue5.0(33)· Google56Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Galleries Paddington10. Aspire Gallery
In Paddington, this venue rounds out the western gallery options and often showcases contemporary emerging talent.
View venue4.7(54)· Google56Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Galleries South Bank11. Arabella Wang Art Gallery
Located in South Bank, this gallery adds another specialized exhibition space to the cultural precinct.
View venue4.9(39)· Google56Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Galleries Fortitude Valley12. Institute of Modern Art
Fortitude Valley's experimental arts venue, ideal for cutting-edge contemporary work and artist-run programming.
View venue4.6(54)· Google55Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensland Cultural Centre | 68/100 | 4.7(6,616) | — | South Bank | — |
| Gallery of Modern Art | 67/100 | 4.6(9,594) | — | South Bank | — |
| Queensland Art Gallery | 64/100 | 4.6(700) | — | South Bank | — |
| Birrunga Gallery | 62/100 | 4.8(159) | — | Milton | — |
| Mitchell Fine Art | 62/100 | 4.9(109) | — | Fortitude Valley | — |
| QUT Art Museum | 60/100 | 4.6(153) | — | Kangaroo Point | — |
| Red Hill Gallery | 57/100 | 4.8(48) | — | Paddington | — |
| Royal Queensland Art Society | 57/100 | 4.8(50) | — | South Bank | — |
| Eyefood Factory Australia | 56/100 | 5.0(33) | — | New Farm | — |
| Aspire Gallery | 56/100 | 4.7(54) | — | Paddington | — |
| Arabella Wang Art Gallery | 56/100 | 4.9(39) | — | South Bank | — |
| Institute of Modern Art | 55/100 | 4.6(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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