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Australian Parliament House

Australian Parliament House

Children looking in the pond
Image of a Visitor Services Officer assisting visitors to Parliament House
Image showing front view of Parliament House
Image showing lighting projections on the front of Parliament House
Image of the House of Representatives chamber taken from the viewing gallery
LEGO Senate Chamber
LEGO House of Representatives Chamber

Overview

See democracy in action at Australia’s iconic Parliament House high on Capital Hill. Book your tour for Question Time to see the country’s elected politicians making decisions on behalf of the nation.

Take a guided tour, visit the popular Queen's Terrace Cafe, and see an impressive collection of Australian art including one of the world’s largest tapestries.

Capital Hill, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 3933 reviews

“A look behind democracy !”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1d ago by Corinne V

We visited Parliament House and we were pleasantly surprised at the amount of access we were given to explore. Parliament was not in session, on the day we visited. Entry is free and you will have to...

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“📸Must-Visit in Canberra! This Building Will Leave You Speechless!”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1mo ago by YUANXIN X

Hey guys! When traveling to Australia, don't miss this hidden gem in Canberra—the Parliament House! Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or a photography lover, this place is an...

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“Everybody should visit this magnificent building.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 3mos ago by Tony W

Everybody should take the opportunity to visit this magnificent building. From the very impressive main entrance area, The Grand Hall, the House of Representatives and Senate chambers to the...

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Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Conference/Function Facilities
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Restaurant
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • 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)