Visit iconic art collections at National Gallery of Australia
Canberra, Australia • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Oct, 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
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; elevators and ramps available.
Wheelchair accessible; elevators and ramps available.
Value for money
High
General admission is free, offering great value.
General admission is free, offering great value.
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Summarised by AI
Inspiring Artwork
Couples found the diverse collections and peaceful atmosphere perfect for a romantic day.
Relaxing Stroll
The Sculpture Garden provided couples a serene space. A perfect place for a relaxing stroll.
Wonderful Exhibits
Couples enjoyed exploring the extensive art collections. A great date for art lovers.
Building Concerns
Travelers were concerned about potential closures due to building maintenance issues.
More Education
Couples felt more in-depth educational material would enhance the experience.
Limited Information
Some couples noted the lack of specific pricing information for special exhibitions.
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
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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 temperatures between 11.4°C and 26.1°C. Rainfall averages 54 mm over 8 days.
Summer begins with temperatures between 11.4°C and 26.1°C. Rainfall averages 54 mm over 8 days.
Open
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Advance booking recommended due to high demand.
Recommended
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere attract many visitors. Expect higher prices and limited availability; advance planning is essential.
December's warm weather and festive atmosphere attract many visitors. Expect higher prices and limited availability; advance planning is essential.
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
No significant restrictions; however, some events may require advance booking.
No significant restrictions; however, some events may require advance booking.
Recommended
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season, leading to higher prices and larger crowds. It's advisable to book accommodations and tickets in advance.
January offers warm temperatures and is part of the peak tourist season, leading to higher prices and larger crowds. It's advisable to book accommodations and tickets in advance.
February
MEDIUM
13-27°C
Warm with slightly higher chances of rainfall compared to January.
Warm with slightly higher chances of rainfall compared to January.
Open
No significant restrictions; more availability in accommodations and events.
No significant restrictions; more availability in accommodations and events.
Recommended
February provides warm weather with moderate crowd levels, making it a good time to visit with more availability and slightly lower prices.
February provides warm weather with moderate crowd levels, making it a good time to visit with more availability and slightly lower prices.
March
LOW
11-25°C
Mild temperatures with low humidity; pleasant for outdoor activities.
Mild temperatures with low humidity; pleasant for outdoor activities.
Open
No significant restrictions; ample availability in accommodations and events.
No significant restrictions; ample availability in accommodations and events.
Recommended
March offers comfortable weather and low crowd levels, making it an excellent time to visit for a more relaxed experience.
March offers comfortable weather and low crowd levels, making it an excellent time to visit for a more relaxed experience.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Public buses (routes 2 and 6) stop at John Gorton Building, Parkes Place, a 6-minute walk from the gallery. Route 2 offers a direct route from Canberra Station.
Shuttle
Recommended
The Red Explorer Hop-on Hop-off Loop Bus includes the National Gallery of Australia on its route.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and ride-sharing services can drop off and pick up passengers directly at the main entrance on Parkes Place.
Bike
Cyclists can use dedicated bike paths to reach the gallery. Bike racks are available near the main entrance on Parkes Place and close to the Sculpture Garden.
Car
The gallery is accessible via Parkes Place. Underground and above-ground parking is available. Underground parking is accessed via Parkes Place, and payment is by card only. The above-ground parking is located off Bowen Drive.
Walking
The gallery is approximately a 30-minute walk from the city center.
Additional info
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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