We acknowledge the Gadigal of the Eora Nation, the traditional custodians of the Country on which the Art Gallery of New South Wales stands.

Harbour terrace

An outdoor terrace with a view of trees, buildings and water

Harbour terrace, photo © Art Gallery of New South Wales, Jacquie Manning

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs under an awning and a view of trees, buildings and water

Harbour terrace, photo © Art Gallery of New South Wales, Jacquie Manning

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs under an awning

Harbour terrace, photo © Art Gallery of New South Wales, Jacquie Manning

An outdoor terrace in the evening with a view of trees, buildings and water

Harbour terrace, photo © Art Gallery of New South Wales, Jacquie Manning

A terrace with small silver seats and covered areas, and stairs to a building behind

Harbour terrace, photo © Art Gallery of New South Wales, Jacquie Manning

The harbour terrace is situated on lower level 1 of the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ new north building, now known as Naala Badu. 

Overlooking Woolloomooloo Bay, this outdoor space is an iconic destination for entertaining and art experiences in Sydney.

The terrace has capacity to host up to 300 guests cocktail-style, making it perfect for pre-dinner drinks for events in either the adjoining MOD Dining (80 seated) or Meers Hall (280 seated or 220 seated with a dancefloor) on lower level 2.  

Note: Amplified sound is not possible on outdoor terraces. Wet-weather option for drinks is available. Terraces close at 10pm. 

Capacities  

  • 300 cocktail-style 

Function types 

  • small to mid-sized cocktail events 

  • drinks before dinner in the MOD Dining or hall  

Additional features 

  • covered seating area for 100 guests 

  • landscaped perimeter 

  • wonderful views of both Art Gallery buildings and the art garden 

Floor plan