Explore ancient artifacts at ANU Classics Museum
Canberra, Australia • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Oct, Dec
13°C – 28°C, warm temperatures with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 28°C, warm temperatures with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Museum is fully accessible.
Museum is fully accessible.
Value for money
High
Free admission makes it excellent value for couples.
Free admission makes it excellent value for couples.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Hidden Gem
Couples found it a quiet, contemplative escape. Perfect for a shared experience.
Intimate Setting
Visitors loved the chance to explore history at their own pace. Very romantic.
Historical Treasures
The artifacts were fascinating. Couples enjoyed the unique pieces on display.
Hard To
Some couples found the entrance tricky to locate, especially with renovations.
Limited Information
Travelers felt the descriptions were limited without prior knowledge of the topic.
Weekend Closure
Couples were disappointed by the weekend closures. Plan accordingly.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
-
Sunday
-
In-depth experience
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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
11-26°C
Summer begins with warm temperatures between 11.4°C and 26.1°C. Rainfall is moderate, with 54 mm over 8 days.
Summer begins with warm temperatures between 11.4°C and 26.1°C. Rainfall is moderate, with 54 mm over 8 days.
Open
Potential for altered hours during holiday periods; advisable to confirm in advance.
Potential for altered hours during holiday periods; advisable to confirm in advance.
Recommended
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere attract many visitors. Expect higher crowd levels and possibly increased prices.
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere attract many visitors. Expect higher crowd levels and possibly increased prices.
January
HIGH
13-28°C
Warm temperatures with minimal rainfall.
Warm temperatures with minimal rainfall.
Open
No specific restrictions, but expect larger crowds.
No specific restrictions, but expect larger crowds.
Recommended
January offers warm weather, making it ideal for visiting the ANU Classics Museum. However, it's peak tourist season, so expect higher prices and larger crowds.
January offers warm weather, making it ideal for visiting the ANU Classics Museum. However, it's peak tourist season, so expect higher prices and larger crowds.
February
MEDIUM
13-27°C
Warm temperatures with a moderate chance of rain.
Warm temperatures with a moderate chance of rain.
Open
No specific restrictions; museum operates as usual.
No specific restrictions; museum operates as usual.
Recommended
February provides warm weather with a moderate chance of rain. Tourist crowds are moderate, offering a more relaxed experience at the museum.
February provides warm weather with a moderate chance of rain. Tourist crowds are moderate, offering a more relaxed experience at the museum.
March
LOW
11-25°C
Mild temperatures with minimal rainfall.
Mild temperatures with minimal rainfall.
Open
No specific restrictions; museum operates as usual.
No specific restrictions; museum operates as usual.
Recommended
March offers mild weather and fewer tourists, making it an excellent time to explore the ANU Classics Museum without the crowds.
March offers mild weather and fewer tourists, making it an excellent time to explore the ANU Classics Museum without the crowds.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus routes service the Australian National University, with the City West interchange being a short walk from the campus. Route 53 serves Acton directly.
Walking
Recommended
Well-maintained paths connect the university to the city center and public transport interchanges, most being a 5-15 minute walk away.
Bike
Canberra's cycling paths provide a safe route to the ANU campus. Bike shelters are available for parking.
Car
The ANU campus is accessible via main roads like Marcus Clarke Street. Paid parking is available on campus using the PayStay system.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber offer a direct route to the museum, with designated drop-off zones available on campus.
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