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
Bromley & Co
Galleries in South Yarra, Melbourne.
HONEY BONES Gallery
Galleries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
AC/DC Lane Graffiti
Australian rock legends AC/DC are celebrated by this large graffiti mural depicting them in action.
The Art of Dr. Seuss!
Galleries in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
Counihan Gallery
Galleries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
OTOMYS
Galleries in Prahran, Melbourne.
Silver K Gallery
Galleries in Prahran, Melbourne.
Blak Dot Gallery
Galleries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
The Galerie Fitzroy
Galleries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Melbourne Square Display Gallery
Galleries in Southbank, Melbourne.
Lennox St. Gallery
Galleries in Richmond, Melbourne.
Justin Art House Museum - JAHM
Lookouts in Prahran, Melbourne.
Magnet Galleries Melbourne
Galleries in Docklands, Melbourne.
West Space
Galleries in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Nicholas Thompson Gallery
Galleries in Collingwood, Melbourne.
PG Gallery
Galleries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Bridget McDonnell Gallery
Galleries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Hoo Gallery
Galleries in Richmond, 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.