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
City Gallery
Museums in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
Ross Watson Gallery
Galleries in Carlton, Melbourne.
Vivien Anderson Gallery
Neighbourhood gallery displaying contemporary Aboriginal art in a variety of media.
e+Hive art & design gallery
Galleries in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Wolfhound Gallery
Galleries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
FUTURES
Galleries in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Jacky Winter Gallery
Galleries in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Oigall Projects
Galleries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
APY Gallery, Docklands
Galleries in Docklands, Melbourne.
Le Grange Gallery
Galleries in Docklands, Melbourne.
One Star Lounge & Gallery
Galleries in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Artvisory
Galleries in South Yarra, Melbourne.
At The Above
Galleries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Fitzroy Faces Street Art
Galleries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Lorimer Gallery
Galleries in Docklands, Melbourne.
SpACE@Collins
Galleries in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Artists' Picture Hanging
Galleries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Expressions Gallery
Galleries in Prahran, 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.