Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney

Name: Museum of Contemporary Art
Address: 140 George St, Sydney, 2000, Australia
Telephone: +61 2 9245 2400

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Facts and practical information

The Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) stands as a bastion of modern expression in the heart of Sydney, Australia. Overlooking the iconic Circular Quay, this museum is dedicated to exhibiting, collecting, and interpreting the work of today's artists. With its roots dating back to 1991, the MCA has established itself as a premier destination for lovers of contemporary art.

Housed in an imposing Art Deco building that once served as the Maritime Services Board, the museum underwent a significant transformation in 2012. The renovation introduced a new wing and refurbished spaces, allowing for an expanded exhibition area and improved facilities for its growing audience. The MCA now features a range of dynamic and interactive exhibits, showcasing a diverse collection of works from Australian and international artists.

Visitors to the MCA can explore a variety of mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, and digital art. The museum is also renowned for its commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, providing a platform for indigenous voices within the contemporary art scene. The museum's curatorial approach is both inclusive and forward-thinking, ensuring that every visit offers a fresh and engaging experience.

Education is at the core of the MCA's mission, with the establishment offering a range of public programs, workshops, and lectures designed to inspire and inform audiences of all ages. The MCA also boasts a rooftop café and terrace, which offers breathtaking views of the Sydney Harbour and the Opera House, adding another layer of appeal to the museum experience.

Alternative names: Established: 1991 (33 years ago)Visitors per year: 1.21 mil.Coordinates: 33°51'36"S, 151°12'32"E

Address

140 George StCentral Business District (Circular Quay)Sydney 2000 Australia

Contact

+61 2 9245 2400

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Day trips

Museum of Contemporary Art – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Argyle Stores, Cadman's Cottage, The Argyle, Fortune of War.

~310 ftNW
Dancing, Nightlife, Colonial architecture
Argyle Stores, Sydney
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Sydney, Australia, the Argyle Stores stand as a testament to the city's rich mercantile history. This complex of buildings, originally constructed in the 1820s, served as a pivotal custom house and warehouse facility during the burgeoning trade...
~360 ftN
Museum, Historical place, Visitor center
Cadman's Cottage, Sydney
2 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Sydney, Australia, Cadman's Cottage stands as a silent witness to the city's vibrant history. This heritage-listed building, now operating as a museum, is one of the oldest surviving residential buildings in Sydney.
~500 ftNW
Bridge
The Argyle, Sydney
3 min walk • The Argyle Bridge is a heritage-listed road bridge that carries Cumberland Street across the Argyle Cut and Argyle Street in the inner-city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was built from 1911 to 1912. It is also known to include the Argyle Stairs.
~260 ftSW
Nightlife
Fortune of War, Sydney
2 min walk • The Fortune of War Hotel is a heritage-listed pub located at 137 George Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was designed by the Tooth & Co. resident architect and built in 1922 by H. J. & H. W. Thompson.
~110 ftS
Museum, Art museum
Sydney Cove West Archaeological Precinct, Sydney
1 min walk • Sydney Cove West Archaeological Precinct is a heritage-listed precinct that contains The Rocks police station, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, car park, parks, shops and roads located at 112-156 George Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~300 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Colonial architecture
Gannon House, Sydney
2 min walk • Gannon House is a heritage-listed retail building at 45-47 Argyle Street in the inner-city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~450 ftN
Museum, Art museum
Sydney Sailors' Home, Sydney
3 min walk • The Sydney Sailors' Home is a heritage-listed former sailors' home, theatre and visitor's centre and now gallery and restaurant, located at 106-108 George Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.
~310 ftN
Nightlife, Colonial architecture
Orient Hotel, Sydney
2 min walk • The Orient Hotel is a heritage-listed pub located at 87-89 George Street, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was built from 1843 to 1844. The property is owned by Property NSW, an agency of the Government of New South Wales.
~420 ftW
Street
Cumberland Place and Steps, Sydney
3 min walk • The Cumberland Place and Steps are heritage-listed steps and a laneway located at Cumberland Place, in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was built from 1807.
~380 ftN
Museum
Raphael Mackeller Stores, Sydney
2 min walk • The Raphael Mackeller Stores is a heritage-listed former store and now museum located at 4-6 Kendall Lane in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia. It was built from 1853 to 1854 for Joseph George Raphael.
~210 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
Old Police Station, Sydney
2 min walk • The Old Police Station, The Rocks is a heritage-listed former police station and now home to Sergeant Lok, a Modern Asian restaurant and bar, that is located at 127-129 George Street in the inner city Sydney suburb of The Rocks in the City of Sydney local government area of New South Wales, Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Museum of Contemporary Art open?

Museum of Contemporary Art is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 9 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Museum of Contemporary Art?

Nearby attractions include Sydney Cove West Archaeological Precinct, Sydney (1 min walk), 121 George Street, Sydney (1 min walk), 103 George Street, Sydney (1 min walk), 105 George Street, Sydney (1 min walk).

How to get to Museum of Contemporary Art by public transport?

The nearest stations to Museum of Contemporary Art:

Ferry

Circular Quay Wharf 5 • Lines: F3, F4 (3 min walk)
Circular Quay Wharf 4 • Lines: F5, F6 (4 min walk)

Light rail

Circular Quay • Lines: L2, L3 (4 min walk)
Bridge Street • Lines: L2, L3 (8 min walk)

Train

Circular Quay (4 min walk)
Wynyard (12 min walk)

Bus

Stand A, Circular Quay, Alfred Street • Lines: 302, 303, 326 (5 min walk)
Circular Quay • Lines: 302, 303 (6 min walk)