Best Galleries in Melbourne (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 126 of the best galleries in Melbourne right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
Melbourne's galleries span major public collections and small independent spaces showing local artists. Entry is often free, making them an easy, low-cost outing — check for current exhibitions before you go.
126 spots
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia
Sprawling gallery of 70,000+ pieces of historic indigenous art, contemporary pieces & artifacts.
Metartworld
Metartworld is a gallery space in Port Melbourne offering contemporary art exhibitions and works.
ArtVo
ArtVo is an immersive gallery in Docklands featuring large-scale optical-illusion murals designed for self-guided exploration.
ACMI
Noteworthy institution celebrating film, television and gaming with exhibits, screenings and events.
National Gallery of Victoria
Public gallery with vast, varied collection of noted Australian and international art and artefacts.
Bluethumb Art HQ
Galleries in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Fed Square
Abstract buildings flank this block-size plaza, filled with restaurants, museums and arts venues.
Heavenly Queen Temple
Tourist Attractions in Footscray, Melbourne.
Beinart Gallery
Museums in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Heide Museum of Modern Art
Unique modern art museum with 3 galleries & 7 hectares of gardens with imaginative sculptures.
Hellenic Museum
Museums in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
TarraWarra Museum of Art
Exhibits of modern Australian art in an architecturally unique building next to a winery estate.
Outré Gallery
Galleries in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
The Blender Studios
Rustic warehouse with 22 open art studios, plus a gallery for contemporary & experimental work.
Unassigned Gallery
Galleries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Midnight in Paris
Live Music in Prahran, Melbourne.
Victorian Artists Society
Galleries in Richmond, Melbourne.
Thierry B Fine Art
Galleries in South Yarra, Melbourne.
Galleries by suburb
Zoom in on the best galleries in Melbourne's most popular neighbourhoods.
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Read guide →Galleries in Melbourne — FAQs
What are the best galleries in Melbourne?+
Our top-rated galleries in Melbourne are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Melbourne galleries ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter galleries by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many galleries are listed in Melbourne?+
We currently feature 126 galleries across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.