National Gallery of Australia

Overview

The National Gallery of Australia is a premier art museum located in Canberra, showcasing a vast collection of Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian art, as well as international works. It is one of the largest art museums in Australia, offering a rich cultural experience.

It is the national art museum of Australia, housing significant pieces of Australian and international art.

Art Museum Cultural Center

Location

Address

Parkes Place East, Parkes, Canberra, Australia Capital Authority

Neighborhood: Parkes

Coordinates

-35.280900, 149.130000

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$15

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

September-November

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

AUD

Typical Costs

entry $15

parking $5

food $10

souvenirs $15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

NGA Australia

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Canberra International Airport

Distance: 8 km

Travel Time: 15 minutes

taxi

$25 15 min

public_transport

$5 25 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

metro

$2 15 min

bus

$1.50 10 min

taxi

$10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello G'day

thank_you Thanks

where_is Where's

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #art #canberra

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, some indoor areas

prohibited areas exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Old Parliament House

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Historic Site

Lake Burley Griffin

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.6

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+61 2 6240 6411

information@nga.gov.au

www.nga.gov.au

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