Sydney, Friday 23 February 2024 - Cultural Attractions of Australia, a collective of 17 of this country's leading cultural, historic and sporting attractions is delighted to announce two exciting new experiences offered by two of its members at TravMedia's IMM 2024. The Art Gallery of New South Wales Become the Artist, which includes a drawing class in the gallery's Grand Courts and the MCG's Keepers' Collection Tour, which offers a private walkthrough of the Australian Sports Museum with a knowledgeable museum team member.

Cultural Attractions of Australia is now offering 30 curated experiences that have been designed for those travellers that are looking for immersive, meaningful, and authentic experiences.  CAOA experiences showcase the Australian cultural story through bespoke experiences in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, On the Sports Field, Cultural Heritage, Culinary Experiences and Multi-generational Experiences.

Art Gallery of New South Wales

NEW EXPERIENCE - Become the Artist

Dive into a private guided journey of the historic Art Gallery of New South Wales. Led by a member of the experiences team, the tour unveils captivating stories about the art, architecture, people, and history of the Gallery, enhancing your understanding of art. 

This exclusive experience begins with a private tour, followed by a three-course lunch featuring Australian ingredients and matched wines in the Gallery restaurant. Post-lunch, immerse yourself in a drawing class in the Grand Courts, surrounded by inspiring artworks and facilitated by some of our talented artist community. 

Inclusions:

• Private Art Gallery Tour
• 3-course lunch at Crafted or MOD dining
• Drawing workshop in the Grand Courts with local artist community
• Exclusive gift to take home

Cost: $990 per person

Optional Extras: Elevate your experience with an optional guided tour led by drag queen and cultural connoisseur, Verushka Darling, providing an unexpected perspective on select artworks. Extra cost $2,000.

Duration: 3.5 hours

MCG

NEW EXPERIENCE – Keepers' Collection Tour

Unlock the secrets of the Australian Sports Museum Collections with an exclusive behind-the-scenes walkthrough led by a knowledgeable member of the museum team. Delve into the archives at the MCG, discovering the acquisition, care, and preservation of sporting treasures dating back to the 1800s.

Experience an intimate encounter with over 25,000 objects, including trophies, uniforms, artwork, and sporting equipment. Receive a sweatband as a memento before immersing yourself in the award-winning Australian Sports Museum.

Inclusions:

• Exclusive walkthrough with a museum team member
• Private small-group experience - maximum six people
• An introduction to explore the Australian Sports Museum at your leisure

Cost: $175 per person.

Duration: 45-minutes + time to explore the ASM

About Cultural Attractions of Australia

Cultural Attractions of Australia brings together 17 of Australia's leading cultural attractions which celebrate the country's diverse ethnic, cultural and sporting influences and how the nation has been defined by its history. Their curated experiences present compelling options for travellers who want to experience Australian culture differently. They range from UNESCO World-Heritage listed sites to hallowed sporting arenas, galleries, museums and performance spaces. They collectively represent Australia's narrative and journey as a country, and can deliver inspired insights and authentic connections.

CAOA members:

Adelaide Oval
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Australian National Maritime Museum
Australian Parliament House
Australian War Memorial
Bangarra Dance Theatre
Fremantle Prison
Melbourne Cricket Ground
MONA - Museum of Old and New Art
National Gallery of Australia
National Gallery of Victoria
National Museum of Australia
Opera Australia
Port Arthur Historic Site
Queensland Art Gallery I Gallery of Modern Art
Sovereign Hill
Sydney Opera House

Cultural Attractions of Australia is part of Tourism Australia's Signature Experiences of Australia programme, including:

Australian Wildlife Journeys
Cultural Attractions of Australia
Discover Aboriginal Experiences
Great Fishing Adventures of Australia
Great Golf Courses of Australia
Great Walks of Australia
Luxury Lodges of Australia
Ultimate Wineries of Australia