Sydney International Art Series

The Sydney International Art Series brings together three must-see exhibitions featuring the legendary Magritte, the visionary Julie Mehretu, and the groundbreaking Cao Fei, exclusive to Sydney. 

With an Art Pass, access these extraordinary shows at the Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia. From iconic masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary art, the Art Pass is your passport to an unforgettable summer of art in Sydney.

Three major exhibitions, one Art Pass. 

The Art Pass is available for visits between 30 November 2024 – 9 February 2025.

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Magritte

26 October 2024 – 9 February 2025

Magritte is an in-depth retrospective showcasing over 100 works, many never seen in Australia. The exhibition traces his avant-garde beginnings, contributions to surrealism, provocative 1940s pieces, and renowned later works. Explore iconic paintings, rarely seen creations, and René Magritte’s subversive humour, highlighting his profound influence on contemporary visual culture and independent artistic vision.

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Installation view of the Magritte exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, 26 October 2024 – 9 February 2025, artworks © Copyright Agency, Sydney 2024

Julie Mehretu: A Transcore of the Radical Imaginatory

29 November 2024 – 27 April 2025

 Experience the monumental works of New York-based artist Julie Mehretu, one of the most significant painters of her generation. Exclusive to Sydney, this first Asia-Pacific exhibition features new and recent large-scale paintings and works on paper from the mid-1990s to today. Mehretu’s art engages with histories of art, architecture, and urgent contemporary issues.

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Julie Mehretu, Black Monolith, for Okwui Enwezor (Charlottesville), 2017–20, ink and acrylic on canvas, image courtesy and © Julie Mehretu

Cao Fei 曹 斐 My City is Yours

30 November 2024 – 13 April 2025

Cao Fei's largest Australian exhibition brings the energy of the modern metropolis to the Art Gallery of New South Wales, featuring two new commissions. The Beijing-based artist, born in Guangzhou, documents China’s rapid urbanization and digital revolutions. Her acclaimed films, photography, and installations explore the disorienting transformations of the new millennium, blending neon, street dance, and pop culture.

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Cao Fei 'Nova' 2006 (video still) © Cao Fei, Vitamin Creative - Credit: Sprüth Magers

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How much is the Art Pass?

How much is the Art Pass?

Adult: $83 

Concession: $73 

Youth: (ages 12–17) $30 

Companion Card Free

Tickets are valid for one entry into each exhibition. 

Free and discounted tickets are available for children and youth. Children are required to have a ticket, and this is issued online (MCA Australia), or at the exhibition entrance or information desk (Art Gallery of New South Wales and MCA Australia). 

  • Art Gallery of New South Wales exhibitions are free entry for ages 11 and under. A youth ticket is required for ages 12–17.  
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Australia exhibition is free entry for ages 17 and under.  

Further Art Pass T&Cs, can be found at ticketure.com
How can I get there?

How can I get there?

The Art Gallery of New South Wales and the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia are located close to major train stations and public transport.
Visiting both galleries in one day is easy – take the scenic route with a stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens or travel one stop on the train.

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Image credits

René Magritte 'Golconda (Golconde)' 1953, The Menil Collection, Houston © Copyright Agency, Sydney 2024, photo: Paul Hester 

Julie Mehretu, Black Monolith, for Okwui Enwezor (Charlottesville) (detail), 2017–20, ink and acrylic on canvas, Kravis Collection, image courtesy and © Julie Mehretu, photograph: Tom Powel Imaging 

Cao Fei 'Nova' 2006 (video still) © Cao Fei, Vitamin Creative. Courtesy Sprüth Magers