Great experience for adults and children. The gallery is child friendly and my 6 and 9 yo had lots of fun walking around and appreciating the displays. Staff is simply lovely ❤

The McCartney photo exhibition was excellent, and a great reason to return to Ballarat and visit the gallery for the first time in around a decade. I've always enjoyed every time I've ever come here, seeing new sides to existing exhibits and enjoying what special events are hosted here. The modernisation of this incredible asset over the past couple of decades has been sensational, and a real sense of pride for the wider Ballarat area.

Enjoyed my time here. Reception was welcoming. Place was full of beautiful arts.

It’s free entry!!! Sorry I had to start with it’s free as it’s an important thing for travellers and I believe everyone should go to as many art galleries as they can. Staff are fantastic and helpful. I came here with kids so they pointed out some art works that they thought the kids would like. Plus they have a drawing area upstairs for them to create. Great mix of Contemporary arts, aboriginal arts, more traditional artwork in large gold frames as well. While we were here Kait James had her exhibition here called hang us out to dry. A bit controversial with the captain cook embroidered tea towel & there is a section that I didn’t go to as I had my kids with me. I won’t write it here, just in case the review is blocked by Google. See photos and my TikTok video @splitthebill Highly recommend you to visit and add to your itinerary.

amazing collection for a smaller art gallery in Ballarat. Worth the visit

Perfect place to get a break from the outdoors. We enjoyed multiple exhibitions which are routinely updated and changed throughout the year. The young ones were able to make some art of their own and also interact with some of the interesting exhibitions. Recommend for a quick stop and also those looking to enjoy the artwork .

Some really amazing pieces of art. We also got to hear a talented woman play the piano!! Highly recommend coming here if you're in Ballarat.

Very impressive. Great selection of art. Found it relaxing to wander throughout the gallery. Well maintained.

We found ourselves in Ballarat with nothing to do that day so visited this art gallery, we are not art people but I enjoyed this one. Lots of paintings showcasing raw talent and only 2 with just random lines which is so called "art" 😅

Such a lovely place to enjoy a few hours. The venue is a wonderful mix of heritage architecture and modern renovation. I came for the opening of the Trevor Smith exhibition and Light + Dark by Max Meldrum and his followers. Right in the middle of town and well worth a visit!

The gallery resides in a beautiful building that dates back to the town's gold rush boom years. Free entry to see a great collection of Australian and European art with some dating back to 1800 or earlier. There were also temporary exhibitions and modern art installations. Apparently only 2% of their art is able to be displayed there at any one time so it may be worth a follow up visit later on.

Beautiful old building right in the town centre. Entry is free and they have a lovely collection of paintings. Only a small number are on display at any one time, so I wouldn’t spend more than an hour there. Worth the visit.

Free gallery provides a lot of though-provoking curated art on first nations, concept of home, and other liberties

Wonderful art gallery, great collection, innovative - makes you think. Fabulous exhibitions, constantly changing and a gift and coffee shop.

A must visit if you come to Ballarat. Has good collection of art and a nice heritage building it is

Great gallery with a variety of works on display, well placed in the city centre for a quick visit that’s quite satisfying even within 60 minutes

Fabulous. This was my first time at this gallery, and it was a delightful experience. The Biennale was the reason for my visit, and it was amazing. The staff at the gallery were extremely friendly and helpful and I'm very much looking forward to visiting again.

Went on a field trip with year 9 students. A guided tour given to cover topic of artists impressions of Climate Change. A very interesting capture by various artists. Also a quick look at how the history of the Gallery came about and stories behind some of the fantastic pictures and framework. The photo does not do justice to this wall piece. A must see for visitors.

Fantastic gallery. Staff friendly and knowledgeable. They have a general permanent gallery upstairs. Several individual exhibitions downstairs. Wheelchair accessible with lift and gentle ramps. Ellen is lovely, helpful, and very knowledgeable. Can't wait to visit Ballarat and see the gallery again.

During a day trip to Ballarat, I stopped by the Art Gallery of Ballarat and was delighted to find free entry. The gallery boasts a fantastic collection with a mix of permanent and temporary art pieces, offering a diverse and enriching experience. The availability of onsite facilities, including bathrooms and a popup cafe, added convenience to the visit. The staff were friendly and accommodating, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. Additionally, the presence of a gift shop provided an opportunity to take a piece of the experience home. Overall, a wonderful visit to the Art Gallery of Ballarat with a wealth of artistic treasures to explore.

Always visit the gallery any chance I get when in Ballarat. Beautiful permanent collection with a mix of styles and fantastic limited run exhibitions. The staff are always very welcoming, friendly and up for a chat and it's FREE! Worth a visit to Ballarat for the gallery alone

Fun-filled day at Ballarat Art Gallery! 🚶‍♀️✨ The incredible artworks and vibrant exhibits had me mesmerized. 🎭💕 Such a fantastic experience, definitely a must-visit for art enthusiasts.

Great artwork. Magnificent building that has been maintained well. Friendly and courteous staff as well. If there's nothing in the gift shop that strikes your fancy, consider drilling a few dollars into their donation box if you can afford it. Great galleries like this need our support.

As a gallery it’s good enough. A lot famous artists’ printing Staffs are friendly Free tickets

The oldest and largest regional art gallery in Australia. A lot of modern art {and sone controversial pieces) but some fantastic pieces from the mid 1800s that really show the age of the gallery. Well worth a visit, even if its a quick walk through to fill in half hour.

I took part in a resin workshop with one of the exhibiting artists, which was really great. Then went round the Pre-Raphaelite exhibition...also great. Now inspired, stimulated and very happy with my day at the Gallery.

We stopped here to kill a bit of time while waiting for a lunch appointment. We were amazed at the quality of the artworks in the gallery collection. We were greeted at the door by a lovely lady who explained the gallery layout and history to us. Highly recommend a visit.

A very impressive place to visit.I have not visited this Gallery for many a year and I was very impressed on the renovations and on the art pieces displayed.Definitly should be on "the place to visit" and it's such an historical building itself.The lady greeting everyone was very friendly and helpful.

We went to the PIRATE STORIES WITH PENELOPE BARTLAU today. This was a spectacular journey for kids and adults alike. Our 9 and 7 year old were incredibly taken with Penelope. She really had a wonderful way of engaging and immersing kids in the wonderful world of art through storytelling, directed by them. Miss 7 in particular left buoyant and inspired. The Ballarat Gallery itself is wonderful with great variety in the collection. I love to see the changing displays on the lower level every time we visit.

This is such an amazing place to visit! I went with my baby and the minute I walked through the doors, a lovely lady named Tess greeted me. She gave me a run down of the gallery and kindly offered space if I needed to nurse during my stay. The exhibits were incredible and the shop at the end was so cool! Highly recommend visiting if you’re in Ballarat ☺️

Must visit when in Ballarat. The exhibitions are diverse and something different for all tastes. Little surprises from both well known and emerging artists. Staff are welcoming and happy to help.