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Step into the creative worlds behind Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock, Labyrinth, and more, with exclusive access to original sets, puppets, and a cinema program.
Step into the creative worlds behind Sesame Street, Fraggle Rock, Labyrinth, and more, with exclusive access to original sets, puppets, and a cinema program.
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GOMA sits on the Brisbane River in South Brisbane, 150 metres from its sister building, the Queensland Art Gallery. The street-level entrance on Stanley Place opens straight into bright, open foyers. First impressions are scale and natural light.
A gallery space built for kids, with interactive artworks made alongside major artists, plus the outdoor play sculpture The Big Hose.
Access: Free, included with general entry.
The only dedicated cinema in an Australian art museum, screening rare prints, restorations, and silent films with live music.
Access: Some sessions free; paid films need a separate ticket.
GOMA's sister building, 150 metres away, holding Australian, Asian, and International collections from different eras.
Access: Free entry, no ticket needed.
Address: Stanley Place, South Brisbane, QLD 4101, part of the Queensland Cultural Centre, riverside, ~10–15 minutes’ walk from Brisbane CBD | Find on maps
Yes, general admission is free. Only special exhibitions and cinema screenings require tickets.
For major exhibitions, advance booking is recommended to avoid queues. General entry does not require a ticket.
1–2 hours for highlights; 3–4 hours if exploring exhibitions, cinema, and Bistro. Locals often combine GOMA with nearby South Bank attractions for a half‑day visit.
Photography is allowed in most areas. Flash, tripods, and selfie sticks are restricted. Some temporary exhibitions may have “no photography” signs.
Yes. Free drawing stations, stroller‑friendly access, and family programs make it popular with kids. Cloakroom staff can store bulky prams if needed.
GOMA Bistro (riverside dining, 9am–4pm) and QAG Café (sister building) serve meals, coffee, and snacks. Water bottles are allowed but must be sealed.
Paid parking is available under QAG and the State Library via Stanley Place. Spaces fill quickly on weekends; locals often park at South Bank Parklands and walk across.
Yes. Step‑free entry, lifts between floors, accessible toilets, and free wheelchair loans are available. Companion Cards are accepted for ticketed exhibitions.
Free daily tours run by volunteer guides. Special exhibition tours may require booking. Check the program for times.
Weekday mornings are quietest. Friday evenings and weekends are busiest. Summer school holidays are peak season; winter weekdays are calmer.
Yes, with your wristband or ticket stub. Handy if you want to step out for lunch and return later.
Free public Wi‑Fi is available throughout the Cultural Centre. Strongest signals are near the Bistro terrace and cinema foyer.
South Bank Parklands, Queensland Museum, State Library of Queensland, and QAG (Queensland Art Gallery) are all within walking distance.