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National Portrait Gallery

Gallery building at night
In the mirror: self portrait with Joy Hester (detail) 1939 Albert Tucker
Deborah Mailman 1999 by Evert Ploeg
Family in the Gallery
National Portrait Gallery exterior. Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman
Gallery building at night
In the mirror: self portrait with Joy Hester (detail) 1939 Albert Tucker
Deborah Mailman 1999 by Evert Ploeg
Family in the Gallery
National Portrait Gallery exterior. Image Courtesy of Brett Boardman

Overview

Look into the eyes of artists, musicians, entertainers, politicians, athletes, scientists, community leaders and more! Gain a greater understanding of Australia's identity, history, creativity, culture and diversity via portraiture, stories and a myriad of programs in the award winning building of the National Portrait Gallery.

Open every day except Christmas Day.

Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
King Edward Terrace, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 1847 reviews

“Worth a visit”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 3w ago by MsTracy1979

I really lovely place to visit, a mix of traditional and contemporary art with a focus on portraiture. We visited to see the exhibition of the Darling Prize and the National Photographic Portrait...

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“Olympic themed re hanging.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1mo ago by FrostyRemo

Just across the way from the National Gallery is the National Portrait Gallery. Currently featuring many sporting icons.

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“Well worth a visit”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2mos ago by caitlinbL3523VB

It was a last minute decision to visit the portrait gallery and i am glad we did. It was great- such a variety of portraits and I especially loved the one of Maggie Beer. There was a section...

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Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Conference/Function Facilities
  • Enquiry Desk
  • Family Friendly
  • Lockers
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop