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Look into the eyes of over 400 people who've shaped the nation at the National Portrait Gallery, on the shores of Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin. Gain a greater understanding of the Australian people – their identity, history, creativity, culture and diversity – through portraiture.

From Howard Arkley’s portrait of Nick Cave, to Ned Kelly’s death mask, the portraits include a fascinating array of artists, musicians, entertainers, politicians, sports people and royalty.

The Portrait Gallery Store and Portrait Cafe are both popular destinations in their own right, and a perfect accompaniment to any visit.

Half hour Collection Highlights Tour available at 11.30 am daily .
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  • Child looking at Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu
    Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu (detail), 2009 Guy Maestri, photo by Martin Ollman
  • National Portrait Gallery exterior. Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman
    Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman
  • Portrait of Captain James Cook RN 1782 by John Webber R.A
    Portrait of Captain James Cook RN 1782 by John Webber R.A
  • Deborah Mailman 1999 by Evert Ploeg
    Deborah Mailman 1999 by Evert Ploeg
  • Visitors viewing portraits. Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman
    Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman

DETAILS

PHONE

02 6102 7000

EMAIL

info@npg.gov.au

WEBSITE

www.portrait.gov.au

OPENING HOURS

Daily: 10am - 5pm; Closed Christmas Day.

COSTS

Free

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ACCESSIBILITY

Disabled access available, contact operator for details

Location

National Portrait Gallery

King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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Features

Carpark

Reviews

TripAdvisor traveller rating

BASED ON 1430 REVIEWS

Ranked #8 of 220 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor

Awards

  • Traveler's Choice
  • Certificate of Excellence 2017

© TripAdvisor 2016

“Well worth a visit”

Reviewed on 24/07/2017

Entry here was free, unless you wanted to visit their current special exhibit for which there was a small entry free. You are able to wander through numerous galleries, admiring the amazing art...

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Review by

SuzyJ47

“stories and portraits fascinating.”

Reviewed on 21/07/2017

Well this was better than I expected. Not only are there the portraits and busts, but a fascinating story about each person. There was so much history that I was not aware of. So many brilliant...

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Review by

Farmer C

“Art?”

Reviewed on 19/07/2017

I'm not an Art goer however I did enjoy reading some of the history and descriptions. I did enjoy the imagery I have to say strolling through the gallery was peaceful and entertaining.

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Peter M

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