Sydney Essentials Plus: Private Tour with Art Gallery of NSWDaily Tour
Sydney
5 hours 30 mins
Duration
Operates
Daily Departures
1–10 people
Group Size
Language
English
About this tour
Sydney Essentials Plus is our Sydney Essentials half day tour with a private 60-minute guided tour of the Art Gallery of New South Wales added on. The Art Gallery portion starts in Naala Badu, their modern building, with views over Sydney Harbour and Woolloomooloo, then visits the Yiribana Gallery, dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, then finishes in Naala Nura, the original sandstone building. It's led by an Art Gallery expert educator, private for our group only. Includes vehicle, driver-guide and transport for the day plus the private gallery tour. Max 10 people. This tour requires 48 hours advance notice to secure the Art Gallery time slot. Available for direct and trade bookings only, not listed on GetYourGuide or Viator.
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A Sample of Your Bespoke Itinerary
Morning
Private Pickup from Your Sydney Location
Todd collects your group in a comfortable private vehicle from your chosen central Sydney location. Timing is confirmed at booking to suit your schedule.
Mid Morning
Sydney Essentials Highlights
Enjoy the signature stops of the Sydney Essentials experience — taking in the harbour's most rewarding viewpoints, the clifftop drama of Watsons Bay, and the character-filled streets of the Eastern Suburbs, with Todd sharing local stories along the way.
Late Morning
Naala Badu — The Contemporary Building
Your private Art Gallery of NSW session begins in Naala Badu, the gallery's striking modern building. Your expert educator introduces the collection as panoramic views of Sydney Harbour and Woolloomooloo unfold around you.
Late Morning
Yiribana Gallery — Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art
Step into one of Australia's most important permanent collections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Your gallery educator brings the works, the artists, and their stories to life in an intimate, private setting.
Midday
Naala Nura — The Original Sandstone Building
Your gallery tour concludes in the grand sandstone halls of Naala Nura, the gallery's original building dating to 1874. A fitting finale that places Sydney's art history in beautiful architectural context.
Midday
Return to Your Sydney Base
Your private vehicle returns you to your hotel or preferred drop-off point, leaving you with the afternoon free to explore at your own pace.
Highlights
- Private 60-minute guided tour of the Art Gallery of NSW with an expert gallery educator
- Views over Sydney Harbour and Woolloomooloo from the modern Naala Badu building
- Dedicated time in the Yiribana Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art
- Explore the original sandstone Naala Nura building, a Sydney landmark since 1874
- All the iconic Sydney Essentials highlights, including Watsons Bay clifftop views
- Fully private for your group — no shared groups, ever
Included
- Private vehicle and driver-guide with Todd Tours
- Private 60-minute guided tour led by an Art Gallery of NSW expert educator
- All transport throughout the day
- Art Gallery of NSW entry
Excluded
- Gratuities (discretionary)
- Personal purchases
- Food and beverages unless specified
- Ferry tickets if optional scenic ferry return is taken
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this tour require 48 hours advance notice?
The private guided session at the Art Gallery of NSW must be reserved in advance through the gallery's educator programme. We need at least 48 hours to secure your exclusive time slot, so please book accordingly.
Is the Art Gallery tour really private — just for our group?
Yes, absolutely. The 60-minute guided session at the Art Gallery of NSW is led by one of the gallery's own expert educators and is reserved exclusively for your group. No other guests will join you.
Where can I book this tour?
Sydney Essentials Plus is available for direct bookings through Todd Tours and for trade bookings. It is not listed on GetYourGuide or Viator, so please contact us directly or through your travel agent.
What is the maximum group size?
This tour accommodates up to 10 guests, travelling together in a private vehicle with Todd as your driver-guide throughout the day.
What should we wear to the Art Gallery of NSW?
Smart-casual attire is perfectly appropriate. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as you will be on your feet for the gallery session. In summer, the Sydney heat can be intense outdoors, so a hat and sunscreen are a good idea for the parts of the day spent outside.