National Museum of Australia
Overview
Australia's stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia, on the shores of Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin. The Museum's stunning architecture provides an extraordinary place to explore the rich and diverse stories of Australia and its people.
Take a guided tour or wander solo through the many exhibitions. Get to know the real, the treasured, the surprising and the inspirational objects from Australian history.
Discover the stories and meanings hidden in the Museum building, design and landscapes on the 10 am or 2 pm daily Building and Architecture Guided Tour or join a Host Talk in the galleries, on the hour, between 10 am and 4 pm daily.
For a treat, why not book the Ultimate Museum Experience with a tour, a meal in the Museum Cafe and a voucher for the Museum Shop.
“Great exhibition , changing theme of exhibits”
Reviewed 4d ago by jajavalBSeveral times, I have been here. It’s always interesting about exhibition, esp. temporary one, April 2024:Egyptian mummy . It’s exotic, real mummy experience. Exhibition leads you into real ancient...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Phenomenal, must see museum!”
Reviewed 1w ago by nancyolahThe National Museum of Australia is unlike any other museum I’ve visited. The combination of history, science, culture, and ideas are all interwoven with a profound respect for the aboriginal peoples...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Waste of Parking Fee”
Reviewed 3w ago by lianhualuThis was a waste of our $15 parking fee ($3/hour). The museum is divided into galleries and the Landmarks Gallery which contains over 1500 objects, according to the museum website, was closed. The...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor- Cafe
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Conference/Function Facilities
- Enquiry Desk
- Family Friendly
- Food and Refreshments
- Gallery / Museum
- Interactive Centre
- Non Smoking
- Parents Room
- Picnic Area
- Public Telephone
- Public Toilet
- Restaurant
- Shop / Gift Shop
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Accessibility statement