S.H. Ervin Gallery
Plan your trip
The S. H. Ervin Gallery is a major public art institution housed in the historic National Trust Centre in Observatory Park, Sydney. "The gallery's exhibition programme is designed to explore the richness and diversity of Australian art, both historical and contemporary, and present it in new contexts.
Location
Observatory Hill, 2 Watson Rd, Millers Point NSW 2000
Contact
Getting Here
WALKING
From Circular Quay
Walk to George Street, The Rocks. Turn left into Argyle Street and walk under the famous Argyle Cut to climb the stairs opposite the Garrison Church. Turn left at the top of the stairs and follow Watson Road past the Sydney Observatory to the National Trust Centre.
From Wynyard and the city
At No. 1 York Street walk through the expressway underpass. Follow the tunnel, keeping to the right, until you come up on Kent Street. When on Kent Street follow the approach to the Bridge, which will take you past the National Trust Centre on your left or keep going until you see the tennis court on the right and ascend via the historic Agar Steps.
TRAIN
To Wynyard or Circular Quay and proceed as above.
FERRY
To Circular Quay and proceed as above.
BUS
Route 311 from Railway Square (via Elizabeth Bay) terminates at Argyle Street. Walk up Watson Road, Observatory Hill and follow the signs.
Routes 324 and 325 terminate in Hickson Road, Walsh Bay. Walk up the Hickson stairs or Windmill steps to Kent Street.
311 timetable here, 324 timetable and 325 timetable here.
DRIVING
Drive down Kent Street, right into Argyle Street, right again into Watson Road and follow it around past the Sydney Observatory to the National Trust Centre. Free Parking is available on site.
We encourage you to use public transport when getting to and from Sydney Festival events. To plan your journey, use the NSW trip planner or call Transport info on 131 500.
ACCESSIBILITY
Wheelchair users and people with limited mobility
An access ramp allows access to the Cafe and Gallery. A courtesy wheelchair is available on request for the duration of your visit. Please note that we do not take bookings for its use.
Blind and visually impaired
Braille and audio tours are not currently available.
Guide/hearing dogs
We welcome guide dogs, hearing dogs and assistance dogs in the Gallery. Therapy animals are not permitted.
Deaf and hearing impaired
No induction loops are fitted in the Gallery.
Parking
Two designated parking spaces are available in the National Trust car park, next to the accessible ramp.
Accessible toilets
Available inside the National Trust Centre, next to the access ramp.
Seating
Seating is available throughout the Gallery space and outside in the entry court.
Events at this venue
Visual art & installation
Emily Kame Kngwarreye