Discover local art at Canberra Museum and Gallery
Canberra, Australia • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Nov, Dec
13°C – 28°C, warm and dry with little humidity, making it ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 28°C, warm and dry with little humidity, making it ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully wheelchair accessible with seating options.
Fully wheelchair accessible with seating options.
Value for money
High
Free entry makes it excellent value for money.
Free entry makes it excellent value for money.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Art Lovers
Couples found the Nolan Collection and local art exhibits very engaging and romantic.
Free Admission
Visitors appreciated free access to the permanent collections, making it budget-friendly.
Central Location
Couples found the museum's central location easily accessible for a day out.
Limited Parking
Travelers noted the parking issues due to construction, making arrival stressful.
Contemporary Art
Some found the contemporary art pieces difficult to understand, lessening enjoyment.
Smaller Size
Couples felt the museum was smaller than expected, not offering a full day activity.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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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
12-25°C
Summer begins with warm temperatures and reduced rainfall.
Summer begins with warm temperatures and reduced rainfall.
Open
High demand during holidays; early reservations advised.
High demand during holidays; early reservations advised.
Recommended
December's warm weather and festive events make it an attractive time to visit, though expect higher prices and crowds.
December's warm weather and festive events make it an attractive time to visit, though expect higher prices and crowds.
January
HIGH
13-28°C
Warm and dry with little humidity, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
Warm and dry with little humidity, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
Open
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season, resulting in higher crowd levels and prices. It's advisable to book accommodations and tickets in advance.
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season, resulting in higher crowd levels and prices. It's advisable to book accommodations and tickets in advance.
February
MEDIUM
13-27°C
Warm temperatures with moderate rainfall, suitable for both indoor and outdoor activities.
Warm temperatures with moderate rainfall, suitable for both indoor and outdoor activities.
Open
Recommended
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds compared to January, making it a good time to visit with more availability and stable prices.
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds compared to January, making it a good time to visit with more availability and stable prices.
March
LOW
12-23°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall, marking the transition from summer to autumn.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall, marking the transition from summer to autumn.
Open
Recommended
March offers comfortable weather and lower crowd levels, providing a more relaxed experience for visitors.
March offers comfortable weather and lower crowd levels, providing a more relaxed experience for visitors.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Numerous bus routes service the city center, with stops conveniently located near the museum. The "London Cct opp Legislative Assembly" bus stop is directly serviced by several routes, including Line 6.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and rideshare services like Uber, Ola, and DiDi are widely available throughout Canberra and offer a direct and convenient option for reaching the museum. A designated drop-off point is available at the main entrance in Civic Square.
Walking
Recommended
Due to its central location, the Canberra Museum and Gallery is an easy walk for anyone staying in the city center or the nearby NewActon and Braddon precincts.
Bike
An extensive network of dedicated cycle paths makes biking a pleasant and practical option. Bike racks are available for cyclists.
Car
The museum is centrally located and accessible via major arterial roads like Commonwealth Avenue, Northbourne Avenue, and Parkes Way which connect to London Circuit. Several paid parking options are available nearby, including Constitution Place car park and City Hill car park.
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