Sights in Sydney

Commuters in Sydney, Australia, haven't been rushing through train stations lately. That's because there is now site-specific artwork to look at.

According to ABC Australia, the Sydney Metro line art has everything from revolving soundscapes to floor mosaics. All works use durable, easy-to-clean materials.

Both experienced and emerging artists are represented. 

Those who prefer a more conventional setting can visit the city's National Maritime Museum. Its permanent collection consists of over 160,000 artifacts, so of course not everything is on view at the same time. Items include travel posters, a surfboard and canoe, ship portraits, ship models, bark paintings, a centuries-old picture of a mermaid, and sheet music. 

Visit Sea Museum/collections for a sampling.