Visit ACMI film and digital culture museum
Melbourne, Australia • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
14°C – 26°C, warm and dry with occasional hot spells, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 26°C, warm and dry with occasional hot spells, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Wheelchair accessible; lifts and ramps available.
Wheelchair accessible; lifts and ramps available.
Value for money
Medium
General admission is free, but special exhibits cost extra.
General admission is free, but special exhibits cost extra.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Engaging Exhibits
Couples found the interactive exhibits at ACMI highly engaging and fun.
Great Location
The central location in Fed Square made it very accessible for couples.
Modern Culture
Visitors loved the modern and dynamic experience, perfect for a date!
Weekend Crowds
Couples noted that weekends can get very crowded, impacting the experience.
Limited Parking
Parking in the area can be challenging for couples driving to the museum.
Special Exhibit
Extra charges for special exhibits might be a concern for some couples.
How to book
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Hours of operation
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
In-depth experience
May contain spoilers
Watch curated videos from fellow travellers for a glimpse of what to expect.
Commence on a walking tour at Australian Centre for the Moving Image.
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
13-24°C
Warm temperatures with occasional rainfall.
Warm temperatures with occasional rainfall.
Open
Potential for limited availability during peak times.
Potential for limited availability during peak times.
Recommended
December's festive atmosphere and warm weather make it a popular time to visit ACMI, though expect higher crowds and prices.
December's festive atmosphere and warm weather make it a popular time to visit ACMI, though expect higher crowds and prices.
January
HIGH
14-26°C
Warm and dry with occasional hot spells.
Warm and dry with occasional hot spells.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking recommended.
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking recommended.
Recommended
January offers warm and dry weather, making it ideal for outdoor activities. However, it's peak tourist season, so expect large crowds and higher prices. Advance bookings are advisable.
January offers warm and dry weather, making it ideal for outdoor activities. However, it's peak tourist season, so expect large crowds and higher prices. Advance bookings are advisable.
February
HIGH
15-26°C
Warm and dry with occasional hot spells.
Warm and dry with occasional hot spells.
Open
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking recommended.
High demand may lead to limited availability; advance booking recommended.
Recommended
February continues the warm and dry conditions of summer. Tourist activity remains high, so expect crowds and higher prices. Advance bookings are advisable.
February continues the warm and dry conditions of summer. Tourist activity remains high, so expect crowds and higher prices. Advance bookings are advisable.
March
MEDIUM
13-24°C
Mild temperatures with occasional rain.
Mild temperatures with occasional rain.
Open
Generally good availability with fewer restrictions.
Generally good availability with fewer restrictions.
Recommended
March offers mild temperatures and moderate tourist activity, making it a pleasant time to visit with fewer crowds and more availability.
March offers mild temperatures and moderate tourist activity, making it a pleasant time to visit with fewer crowds and more availability.
How to get there
Train
Recommended
Flinders Street Station is directly opposite ACMI, with lines such as Craigieburn, Hurstbridge, Lilydale, Mernda, and Sandringham services stopping here.
Walking
Recommended
ACMI is centrally located and easily reachable on foot from various parts of the city.
Bike
Bicycle racks are available around Federation Square for cyclists to secure their bikes.
Bus
Numerous bus routes stop near ACMI, including lines 234, 250, 251, 302, and 605. The closest stops are Federation Square/Swanston St #13 and Russell St/Flinders St #6.
Car
Paid parking is available at the Federation Square car park via the Russell Street Extension or Batman Avenue, and at Wilson Parking on Flinders Street.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services can drop passengers off near Federation Square.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required