The Australian Centre of Contemporary Art (ACCA) is Melbourne’s premier gallery for contemporary art and is well known for its innovative and thought provoking visual art installations. It proudly presents art by Australian and international artists and what makes it different from most art galleries is that it does not have a permanent collection. Instead it commissions new works that are especially created for the ACCA space. This makes the centre a dynamic and ever evolving art space that always offers something new and exciting to the visitor.

There are five programs on offer each year and the scale of some of the art works is impressive. Past exhibitors have included: Mike Nelson, Viv Miller, Fiona Tan, Nike Savvas and many more exciting and provocative artists. Along with the installations, there is always a lot happening with a kids program, artist talks and workshops. You generally do not have to book to take part in any of the activities on offer at the ACCA. Located at Southbank, just across the Yarra River from the Melbourne CBD, the ACCA is easily accessible to visitors. It is open Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 5pm and on weekends from 11am to 6pm – admission to the centre is free.

The National Gallery of Victoria was established in 1861, making it Australia’s longest running public gallery. When it was opened, the Victorian Gold Rush was in full swing and the colony was awash with money, this led to many large bequests and donations to the gallery. Today, it has more than 65,000 pieces in its permanent collection, among which are pieces by international artists such as Rembrandt, Rubens, Tintoretto, Bernini, Uccello and Veronese. The gallery is also intimately connected to the Australian impressionist movement of the 19th century, known as the Hiedelberg School and has some very famous pieces by Frederick McCubbin.

As well as its impressive permanent collection, there is always a full program of visiting exhibitions planned too. Past installations have included Dutch Masters, Caravaggio, Dali and Picasso. One of Picasso’s pieces was famously stolen from the gallery in 1986 in protest against poor arts funding – it was later found in a railway locker. As well as visiting to appreciate the art on the walls, there are always classes and workshops on for adults and children and guide tours and talks help to develop your artistic appreciation and understand more about the creation of the pieces you see before you.

At Blindside Gallery you will see the most innovative art created by artists belonging to Melbourne and to other states. It encourages young artists to be creative and innovative. There are also works by well-known Australian artists.

Each city has its hidden gems. Tucked away between the business streets of Melbourne you will find Adam Art Galleries which is full of amazing paintings, ceramics and statues. It displays the work of Australian artists, including the most famous. The gallery can help you with purchasing or selling works of art.

Melbourne offers all types of existing art. Tourists can simply walk along the streets and contemplate the latest trends in art. Outre displays extraordinary living wonders of the new art age. Here you can buy pieces of contemporary art by emerging artists.

RMIT Gallery is a small gallery hidden in the center of Melbourne. If you want to see the most vibrant art and design gallery, go to this place. It holds the most unique exhibitions covering all aspects of visual culture and shows fashion, fine art, craft, new media innovations, etc. RMIT Gallery is situated in Storey Hall which is a world famous example of architectural innovation.